Cost: $$
Time: 6 hours
Skill: 3 of 5 — Intermediate

DIY Outdoor TV Cabinet Plan

How to build a protective outdoor TV cabinet to be ready for game day

Bring movie nights, watch parties and everyday entertainment outside with a DIY outdoor TV cabinet built for your backyard space. Designed to conceal and store your TV when it’s not in use, this DIY outdoor TV enclosure adds function and style while helping create a more inviting outdoor living area.

For the best performance and protection, we recommend using this cabinet with a weatherproof outdoor TV and placing it in an area with added coverage from the elements, such as a screened-in porch. Once complete, you’ll have a dedicated outdoor entertainment space that’s ready for movie nights, big games and time spent together.

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What you’ll need for an outdoor TV cabinet

Materials

(2) 2″ x 10″ x 8′ YellaWood® brand pressure treated pine lumber
½” x 4′ x 8′ YellaWood® brand exterior-grade plywood sheet
1″ x 8″ x 8′ YellaWood® brand pressure treated pine boards
1″ x 4″ x 8′ YellaWood® brand pressure treated pine
(1 box) 1 ¼” YellaWood® brand outdoor fasteners deck screws
(1 box) 2″ YellaWood® brand outdoor fasteners deck screws
Hinges
Door/Gate Latch
Construction Adhesive (optional)
100 Grit Sandpaper (optional)
YellaWood Protector® Stain and Sealer

Cut List

Cuts will vary based on the size of your TV. The cuts listed are based on a 30″ by 18″ TV.

A (2) 2″ x 10″ x 24″
B (2) 2″ x 10″ x 36″
C (5) 1″ x 8″ x 23 ¾”
D (4) 1″ x 4″ x 23 ¾”
E (4) 1″ x 4″ x 10 ⅞”
F (1) ½” x 39″ x 27″ plywood sheet

Tools

Drill
Drill Bits (for pilot holes, mounting, & screws)
Chop or Circular Saw
Table or Circular Saw
Shims (optional)
Nail Gun (optional)
Finishing Nails (optional)
Pocket Screws (optional)
Jig (optional)

Step-by-step instructions on how to build an outdoor TV cabinet

Start by assembling the main cabinet structure, then add shelving and doors for a secure space for your outdoor TV and entertainment essentials. Finalize it with a little sanding and the right protective finish and you’re ready to gather round on game day.