Introduction: Home Built Bar With Mini Fridge
So I have an extra room in my house, and i've always wanted my own bar. So I finally got around to start working on it and this is the final result.
I apologize that I have not had time to add much detail to the steps but there are some rough designs that I worked off of that are on linked on the next step. If you have questions please post them and I'll try to respond or add the the instructable.
Thanks!
Step 1: Design
The design that I worked off of is from this site, http://www.captainfletch.com/projects/furniture/bar/eycbar.asp There are some definite flaws in the design but overall it works out nicely.
1. The bar top is too close to the bottom "work area" and 2. The work area does not extend back very far leaving little work space. So I shifted the top forward leaving some of the 2x4's exposed. This was not to be desired but still works well.
Step 2: Construction 1
Pictures do well, no time for words yet.
The frame. Before cut out for fridge.
Step 3: Construction 2
Sanding the tops, staining, polyurethane, attached, fridge in place.
Crown molding used for bar top glued and nailed.
Step 4: Construction 3
Add exterior paneling, I used cheap interior walling stuff. Then add molding to the bottom, stain as required. Add bar top last.
Mounted plasma makes for a nice touch.
Link to wall mount I used http://tinyurl.com/4dya6kz
Step 5: Final Result
Add a few touches to your taste and have fun.
Hard work pays off, enjoy a beer at your new bar.
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9 Comments
11 years ago on Introduction
looks fantastic, i'm starting on my own variation this weekend. did you use 2x4s or 1x4s?
11 years ago on Introduction
Great tutorial man would it be possible to get the dimensions of the top and bottom shelfs and the width of the frame thanks man looks great
11 years ago on Step 5
I looked for a long time for someone to show me how to build in my room an inexpensive and beautiful bar! thank you for the idea.
11 years ago on Introduction
I just build my own version of this, changed the plans a bit but still from this basic design, so thanks for putting it up. i wouldnt of made mine if i hadn't of seen yours.
11 years ago on Introduction
How big is the fridge?
12 years ago on Introduction
Is there a change to get a good shot of the back of it,?
Reply 12 years ago on Introduction
Back is still un-finished, I need to take some time to put shelves in or something and make it look nice.
12 years ago on Step 5
this is great. been looking for bar plans for my own bar. looks classy and it is a great starting point for mine. i will add some personal touches of my own but this is beautiful for a DIY project and best of all, it doesn't look cheap.
12 years ago on Introduction
By far the most impressive home bar I've seen that didn't cost hundreds of dollars. Really top notch work.