TV Lift Cabinet DIY Projects

If you are a serious woodworking enthusiast, you will at some point in time need a CNC cart for your tools. Of course, you’ll need to take care of quite some paraphernalia. This DIY video tutorial by Jonny Builds shows just how useful a CNC cart can be, and how cool it can be, especially when fitted with a hidden TV lift mechanism. 

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Advantages of a CNC cart with a hidden TV lift mechanism

1. Increased mobility- it is always a good idea to have a CNC cart that you can wheel around. This makes it easier to move the computer system closer to a power supply or closer to the machinery as need be. The greater the mobility, the easier things are.
2.  Keeps your system safe- Even though you can opt for machines with a dust collection system in place, it is always recommended to keep your computer away from dust. So if your computer monitor is mounted on a hidden TV lift mechanism and is housed in a CNC cart, you can safely tuck it away when

Unsure about how to install and mount a TV lift mechanism on the wall and build a TV lift cabinet? Here’s a quick DIY video tutorial, by Ken from Moonpie Creations, complete with details and handy tips. 

Ken decided to put the TV lift mechanism on the wall and then placed the TV lift cabinet above it to cover up the TV lift mechanism and the TV. The results are impressive and there for you to see. 

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Some advantages of getting the TV lift mechanism and TV lift cabinet on the wall:

1. Saves room- When your TV is going up on the wall, it is obviously freeing up floor space. Also, where Ken put it, it is totally out of the way, leaving enough room on the walls for other artistic displays. So, no cluttered floor space or bare walls.
2. Saves material and labor- Since the TV lift mechanism is going up on the wall, there is no need to make the rear face of the TV lift cabinet. It is unnecessary and won’t be seen anyway. So, that’s an entire

The third year into the pandemic has already seen a lot of interior decor trends come clearly through. Many things have changed, but the hidden TV lift mechanism bar remains evergreen.

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Let’s see how this hidden TV lift mechanism bar by Nathan Builds goes perfectly well with the latest trends. (You can watch the detailed tutorial on how to build a secret bar using a hidden TV lift mechanism here.)

1. Focus on socializing aspect of the home- With Covid restrictions being imposed every now and then, it makes a lot more sense to simply get the socializing set-up going at home. It’s your space and your chance to experiment. This secret bar, built using a hidden TV lift mechanism is a fun project for DIY woodworkers and also a great addition to your party scene. The self-revealing shelves are quite cool. 
2. Ditch the non-utility stuff- Spending so much time at home has inspired all of us to cut the clutter and get rid of stuff that serves

Thinking of having your own bar at home?

Here are 5 reasons why it’s a great idea:

1. 1. Show off your creativity- If you are creative, it’s gotta show, just like Shaun Boyd’s does, in these two videos- part one and part two of using a TV lift mechanism to build a modern home bar. The TV lift mechanism has been put away in a hidden compartment and the mechanics cannot be seen. What is seen, is the revelation of a liquor cabinet that has secret storage and looks awesome. That's a secret home bar!

1. Favor and savor your favorites- There are times when you walk into a bar with a particular taste in your head. And, they don’t have it. Of course, you’ll settle for something else. With a home bar, you simply won’t be pushed to compromise. Your bar, your stock that lets you favor your favorites and savor them too.
2. No timing hassles- Since you’re the boss, there are no opening and closing hours that you need to watch out for.  It brings total convenience, whether you are all by yourself, or have company.

Family heirlooms are treasures and more often than not, we don't know what to do with them. But Jonathan at Jonathan Katz-Moses knew exactly what to do with the old vintage radio bar (that has been in the family for over 90 years) and a modern heavy-duty TV lift mechanism. Well, he put the two together and came up with a creative idea - house a secret self-raising bar in the radio. The project has turned out amazing. You can check out the tutorial here. 

The most common problems with family heirlooms:

1. Takes up room- Of course family heirlooms have their own place in life but the truth is that they still take up room and they are not necessarily in top-notch condition. More often than not a family heirloom can pretty much end up looking like vintage junk in the house.
2. Zero utility- Something that is an heirloom is evidently old and chances are that it has lost its utility completely. For instance, the vintage radio bar, with its age showing,  just isn’t in sync with the decor. It needs

So, you’ve got a beautiful log cabin. It’s your go-to vacation spot, but man, do you miss the TV there! Suppose you do get a TV there, it’ll be an beautiful combination. So, what do you do? You try finding a solution to the possible issues. 

The trouble that a TV can cause are:

1. Clash with the decor-  Sleek, modern TVs, and rustic log cabins just don’t go together. While the cabin is old-world charming, a TV is a modern blackhole and at best an eyesore from the decor point of view. Completely ruins the look of the place.
2. Ruining the mood- When you are out on an adventure vacation and want to spend quality time with family, without being bothered by devices, a TV is the last thing you want playing in the background. 

No, you don’t have to compromise on the decor or on your TV time. You just need to get smart, and get a hidden TV lift cabinet, or get craftsy like Kyle from HallStickFurniture and build a custom hidden TV lift cabinet using a hidden TV lift mechanism. You can watch the

What do you do when you can’t stand the black hole of a TV at home? Or when the side profile of the TV on the wall looks horribly ugly? Obviously, you can’t just take the TV off the wall and be done with it. You simply need a TV when you want to watch it.  It is precisely when you are stuck with such a problem that the TV lift mechanism comes in to save the day (and the TV and your peace of mind)!

Amy from HerToolBelt just couldn’t stand the sight of the TV on the wall. She used our TV lift mechanism to solve the problem. As awesome as she is with tools, Amy created a cabinet with sliding barn doors. This cabinet features a hidden compartment. It is here that the TV lift mechanism is placed with the TV mounted onto it. So, what looks like a charming living room cabinet, secretly contains the TV and is a hidden TV lift cabinet! You can watch the entire video here. 

The takeaways from this project are:

1. Enjoying the charm of the decor- A modern gadget like a TV doesn’t really go well

Most of us hadn’t given the home office much thought until we were forced to stay home and work out of that semi-ignored space.  And that is when DIY Builds realized that their home office desperately needed an upgrade.  Once the upgrades started, there was no stopping them.  Here is what DIY Builds did with their home office.  You can see the whole build here.

The old home office had two desks set up right next to each other. There was enough workspace, but the look did not tie in well together. So, he decided to create a twin computer table desk and added a special feature to it. He used the TV lift mechanism to hoist a TV on it, which he strategically hid behind the desk unit!  Turned out amazing.

There are some undeniable advantages of having a hidden TV lift mechanism in your home office. 

1. Raises the style quotient- More than anything else, automation adds a touch of luxury to the decor. With a simple press of the remote, the TV lift mechanism props the TV up. The TV suddenly