BESTA love and idea thread

[Pixelpiper]

Use 3M VHB as I recommended and cut small and thin pieces of it. When using small pieces it will be easy to remove later.

 

[dw316]

Cool, thanks pixel!

 

[Tatsumaki7]

Statues are finally in place

 

[Pixelpiper]

Awesome stuff. That Carnage is crazy disgusting, wow!

 

[Terras Jadeonar]

Ok, not having read through all 305 pages... Not sure if this has been answered - for those who have the Besta with glass doors - do the cabinets keep air tight enough to be completely or mostly dust free over time? or does it require regular dusting?

I used to have JYSK versions of the Ikea Detolf - double door style. Lovely display cases but require regular dusting. My house seems really dust-collecting prone for some reason.

Thanks,
T.J.

 

[dw316]

There are gaps, but it still keeps a good amount of dust out. Gaps are also much smaller than detolfs, which is why I went the BESTA route. I'm in your shoes as well when it comes to my area being extremely dusty, especially when opening the windows during the summer.

 

[adello25]

I put some foam tape in the gap and it seems to work pretty well. I put it on after the doors were on so I was only able to get it on the 3 sides that don't have the hinge but my display has stayed pretty dust free

 

[Pixelpiper]

I put it on after the doors were on so I was only able to get it on the 3 sides that don't have the hinge but my display has stayed pretty dust free

You can also adjust the hinges to push/pull the door closer to or away from the cabinet frame, so it can accommodate different foam thicknesses.

 

[dw316]

I put some foam tape in the gap and it seems to work pretty well. I put it on after the doors were on so I was only able to get it on the 3 sides that don't have the hinge but my display has stayed pretty dust free

Nice. Which one did you use again? I remember you posted pics a long time ago, and I saw I have these two in my wishlist:

Amazon.com: M-D Building Products 2113 Low Density Foam Tape, 1/2-by-3/4-Inch by 17 Feet, Gray: Home Improvement
3M 4941 VHB Double-Sided Acrylic Foam Tape, 45 mil, 0.5" x 5 Yards (Dark Grey): Adhesive Tapes: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

 

[chusifer]

does ikea still make mirror inserts for the besta? or have those been discontinued with the rehashed line?

 

[adello25]

Nice. Which one did you use again? I remember you posted pics a long time ago, and I saw I have these two in my wishlist:

Amazon.com: M-D Building Products 2113 Low Density Foam Tape, 1/2-by-3/4-Inch by 17 Feet, Gray: Home Improvement
3M 4941 VHB Double-Sided Acrylic Foam Tape, 45 mil, 0.5" x 5 Yards (Dark Grey): Adhesive Tapes: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

I use this size, same product as the first link in your post but just a little smaller.

Amazon.com: M-D Building Products 02071 1/4-Inch by 1/2-Inch by 17-Feet Low Density Foam Tape Open Cell: Home Improvement

 

[Pixelpiper]

I'm not really sure Besta is ideal for statues - this guy has the right idea: https://www.sideshowcollectors.com/forums/show-your-shelves-/161069-shelves-suck-new-post.html

 

[Amphion]

Hey guys, what's your opinion on these LEDs for a BESTA set up? Amazon.com: Fulcrum 30010-301 LED Battery-Operated Stick-On Tap Light, Silver, 3 Pack: Home Improvement

Also, are puck lights best placed in the middle or a bit closer to the glass door (front)?

Thanks all.

 

[Pixelpiper]

Say NO to all battery powered lights. They will eat the batteries quickly and they're a hassle to turn on and off.

 

[Amphion]

Say NO to all battery powered lights. They will eat the batteries quickly and they're a hassle to turn on and off.

Okay got it, thanks. Do you have a suggestion of ANY LED lights? Strips or pucks? I've kind of hit a wall in selecting a set so any help would be appreciated.

 

[Pixelpiper]

I've always made my own lighting setups and will be offering something based on my designs for sale which I think is better than anything else on the market, so I don't really have anything to recommend at the moment. If you have an IKEA nearby, their simple Dioder is low-priced and generally works.

 

[Amphion]

I've always made my own lighting setups and will be offering something based on my designs for sale which I think is better than anything else on the market, so I don't really have anything to recommend at the moment. If you have an IKEA nearby, their simple Dioder is low-priced and generally works.

Great thanks.

 

[KingB]

I use barlighting.com leds and they are nice too.

 

[Chad Man]

Ello, I have been going back and forth for about 6 months on whether to build a custom display or invest in Besta units. I finally decided on the Besta units. Here is my render that I am very happy with.

 

[Pixelpiper]

Personally, I'd put the small units at the bottom instead of the top, and cover them with solid doors.