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Updating/Restoring an Old Stereo Console – DIY – Part 2 – Demo

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Robert

**Finished Product Post** I started moving forward with the stereo console project this weekend. Below, you can see the before picture of the console. It was purchased in 1971 by my parents and is representative of the style of the … Continue reading →

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Corner Mount Your TV on the Wall For Less than 50 Bucks – DIY

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Robert

Cost, Time, and Skills: I spent $40 on this project, plus some leftover paint. I used a circular saw, power drill/driver, lag bolts, a cheap tv mount, and some paint. You’ll be lifting wood, and a tv, up high, so … Continue reading →

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Updating/Restoring an Old Stereo Console – DIY – Part 1 – Planning

Posted on October 28, 2012 by Robert

**Finished Product Post** In 1971, my parents purchased a brand-spankin-new stereo console from Sears. It was stylish, well made, and one of their first furniture purchases. This beast had a radio tuner, record player, and an 8-track player. In true 70s … Continue reading →