DIY TV Shelves: Transform Your Television Into Something Useful
Posted By Lea Stewart On April 22, 2011 @ 4:38 pm In DIY,green furniture | 3 Comments
It’s a well-known fact that the rapid pace of technological progress results in a tremendous amount of outdated computers, TV’s and other electronics [4], so we love to see creative solutions for repurposing e-waste [5]. Answering a challenge from ReadyMade magazine [6], Julie Brzezinski created these clever DIY storage units from old boob tubes. Her stack of TV shelves makes a great showcase for displaying shoes, books, and other decorative items.
A master of tinkering with vintage wares, Brzezinski made a step by step guide [7] to creating a sturdy stacked cabinet using television frames. Remember to be careful when extracting the TV guts — especially CRTs — as they can contains large amounts of lead. Also be sure to check your local area for take-back programs or other electronics recycling [8] options to ensure proper disposal of the parts.
Via ReadyMade [6]
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[4] outdated computers, TV’s and other electronics: http://inhabitat.com/chris-jordan-creates-beauty-from-e-waste/
[5] e-waste: http://inhabitat.com/electronics-recycling-101-five-charities-that-accept-old-electronics/
[6] ReadyMade magazine: http://www.readymade.com/projects/rm100_tv_shelf
[7] step by step guide: http://www.readymade.com/projects/tv_shelf/next_step#steps
[8] electronics recycling: http://inhabitat.com/electronics-recycling-101-the-problem-with-e-waste/
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