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I saw this timber bench top the other day at bunnings and thought this would be something I could use to build my custom DJ
Practa 2200 x 600 x 26mm Acacia Timber Benchtop - Bunnings Australia
I am still designing it before making it. What I am considering is what to rest it on so it is stable. If you see the pic I attach, it is the concept I am going for. The bottom part will be able to have storage for some of my gear and things I need space for. I may also plan to make some holes for all the chords so it looks neat and tidy. On the front piece at the bottom I plan to have my branding as a DJ on it. Then will add the lighting later. I am wondering what Bunnings may have on store that I can use as the bottom. If need be I can always paint it a different color. Thanks bunches.
Hello @Innov8tive
Before I make any recommendations, I just wanted to know if you want this as a fold away transportable table or do you want it as a permanent fixed table? As soon as you let us know we'll be able to offer suggestions on how to build it.
Eric
Hi @Innov8tive,
If you are looking for a suitable base that you don't have to build from scratch yourself, you might like to take a look at this guide: How to build a cube storage cabinet. It looks about right for what you're after. The only thing you'd need to do is have a sheet of 3mm whitecoat MDF cut down to fit the back of it, as you can see through some of the cube openings. That would give you plenty of storage.
Mitchell
Hi @MitchellMc
I have decided to go with this timber top. Specrite 1800 x 600 x 18mm Golden Teak Acacia Multi Use Panel - Bunnings Australia
While the design concept it important I chose this timber top because it is sturdy and suits what I need it for. I also am trying to have something that complements the wooden floors in the room I am in. I did think about going with cube storage and attaching an MDF board at the back of it. It isn't easy to find someone who will do the cut to the dimensions you need it so been trying to go for something that is already to go besides putting it all together. As far as I know Bunnings will not do it.
My thinking was that I might as well make the whole thing wood since the timber top is wood but I realise then that I would actually need to build it. So at the moment - cube storage is looking like the best solution. I would just need to find cubing shelving that will bring the height to what I need it to be. Any tips on how to attach the cube storage to the timber top? 
Hi @Innov8tive,
In the guide How to build a cube storage cabinet it shows you exactly how to attach the top in Step 4.
We do not offer precision cutting, though we do cut panels. It would be best to discuss your needs with a team member in your local Bunnings store's timber department. They might be able to cut the MDF panel to the correct size for you.
Mitchell
The legs could be swapped for rolling castors @Innov8tive.
Any table that is higher than it is wide has the ability to topple over. However, it would take significant force to do so.
Mitchell
