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Easy TV Frame

This easy tv frame is perfect for the beginner DIYer who is comfortable with a table saw.

Cut list

Part	Qty	T × W × L	Material	✓
Top & Bottom, mitered on both ends	2	3/4" × 1 1/2" × 67"	—	☐
Sides, mitered on both ends	2	3/4" × 1 1/2" × 39"	—	☐

Overall cost: $$. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.

1. 1
Cut the top and bottom pieces to size. Make sure to miter both sides as shown in the picture.
2. 2
Cut the sides of the frame to size. Make sure to miter both sides as shown in the picture.
3. 3
Cut the grooves on the backside, bottom of the trim as shown in the picture. Go slowly when cutting it on the table saw. Use a push block to keep your hands safe.
4. 4
If your tv has a sensor, this is when you will want to cut out a groove for it to rest in. It doesn't have to be perfect! Just make your marks, and use a chisel and a hammer to carefully remove the wood until the sensor fits. Also make sure to check at this point that your remote works with the tv frame on.
5. 5
Drill one pocket hole on both ends of the top and bottom pieces as shown in the picture. Using wood glue and 1 1/4" pocket screws, screw the frame together. The Kreg clamps make it easy to hold the miters flush while screwing them together.
6. 6
Staple the elastic to the back of the frame on each side. Make sure the elastic is slightly tight.
7. 7
Paint or stain and you built a tv frame!