Build a Jagger Media Stand

An Easy to Build Stand with Vinyl Record Storage

The easy to build Jagger media stand is the perfect piece for any room. It features a large top for a TV, with space for a record player (<– affiliate link!), storage for vinyl records and shelving for other media or audio devices. This piece is the perfect weekend project, and is especially suitable for those new to furniture building. It can be finished in so many different ways to suit your style!

Materials:

• 1-1/4″ brad nails
• 2″ brad nails
• 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws
• Edge banding, optional (<– affiliate link!)
• Wood glue
• Sandpaper (80, 120, 220 grits)

Lumber:

1. 2 – 1×3 at 8′
2. 1 – 2×2 at 8′
3. 1 – 4′ x 8′ sheet of 1/4″ plywood
4. 1 – 4′ x 8′ sheet of 3/4″ plywood

Cut List:

• 2 – 3/4″ plywood at 15″ x 60″ – Top and Bottom
• 5 – 3/4″ plywood at 14″ x 15″ – Dividers
• 4 – 2×2 at 13″ – Legs
• 2 – 1×3 at 12″ – Leg Frame Sides
• 2 – 1×3 at 57″ – Leg Frame Front and Back
• 1 – 1/4″ plywood at 14-3/4″ x 59-1/4″ – Back

Notes About the Project:

• Edge banding will be applied to the exposed edges of the plywood before assembly. If you like the look of the raw plywood edges, go for it!
• Sand all pieces before gluing and nailing everything together (this makes finishing easier!)
• If you prefer, 12″ hairpin legs can be substituted for the leg and apron frame

Step One

Cut the pieces for the top, bottom and dividers. Mark the position of the dividers on the inside faces of the top and bottom. Secure the dividers in place using glue and 2″ brad nails through the top or bottom face into the edge of the divider.

Step Two

Cut the piece for the shelf and drill pocket holes in the shorter edges. Secure the shelf to the dividers using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws.

 

Step Three

Cut the piece for the leg and apron frame. With the pocket hole jig set for 3/4″ material, drill pocket holes in each end of the apron pieces. Secure the apron pieces to the legs using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws. The front faces of the aprons will be flush with the inside faces of the legs.

Position the cabinet on the leg and apron frame, and secure in place using glue and 2″ brad nails through the inside of the bottom of the cabinet into the top edge of the aprons and legs.

Step Four

Cut the piece for the back. Secure the back using glue and 1-1/4″ brad nails.

Use a hole saw to drill access holes in the back for electronic device cords, then finish as desired.

The easy to build Jagger media stand is a simple project that once finished, will look amazing in any space. Have questions? Leave a comment below!