Jump to content

Squabba

Member
  • Posts

    247
  • Joined

  • Last visited

Reputation Activity

  1. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from PurpleScythe in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  2. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from Zangashtu in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  3. Agree
    Squabba got a reaction from The_Denks in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  4. Informative
    Squabba got a reaction from philwilei in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  5. Informative
    Squabba got a reaction from OneshotOtter in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    The shroud dimensions:
     
    14 1/2" Length
     
    10 1/8" Width
     
    The Width is bent at 6 1/4"
     
     
    Notes:
     
    - The height comes out to 3 7/8", but you don't need to pay attention to that if you make the bend at 6 1/4"
     
    - I had to cut part of the tabs on the hard drive sleds. You will see what I mean when you make yours. It won't affect anything and you can still use them fine.
     
     
    PM me tomorrow for the paint type. It's in the garage and I'm about to go to sleep so yeah =D
  6. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from SH_93 in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Yes just get those measurements and ask for a 90 degree bend at 6 1/4" (width wise) (basically just make sure it stays 14 1/2" length)
  7. Like
    Squabba reacted to delslow in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Here's my version.  I used some cardboard to get the right dimensions before cutting my aluminum sheet.  I went with plasti-dip, but I think I'll use something else next time.  I'm not a huge fan of the texture.  What do you guys think!?

    Finished before Grommet

     
     
    Grommet #1

     
     
    Grommet #2

     
     
    It's all about that Jace (Define S)

  8. Like
    Squabba reacted to Overkilled in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Us h440 and enthoo luxe/pro users give you a welcoming nod and pat on the back
  9. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from Benielishackove in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  10. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from Oberon.Smite in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  11. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from christianled59 in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Thanks for posting it, that looks really good in your build! It's awesome that people are still commenting on this haha.
     
    For the GPU sag, get a black pen, measure from the shroud to the front corner of the GPU, cut the pen to size, and wedge it between them. Make sure it's level and not pushing up too much. (Also make sure you don't interfere with the fans, of course.)
  12. Like
    Squabba reacted to PapaGangster in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Love it! Think I will do it with my R5 soon.
  13. Like
    Squabba reacted to christianled59 in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    I saw this post and made my own back in Febuary. I was just now reminded of this thread so I guess I'll post my picture now. (also, I have the same case as you, excuse the gpu sag)

  14. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from PapaGangster in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  15. Like
    Squabba reacted to SansVarnic in How much is my PC worth?   
    Sentimental value is . . . priceless.  
     
     
     
     
    B)
    Cant read in dark theme.
  16. Like
    Squabba reacted to Enderman in Tech you wouldn't reccomend to anyone   
    The cheap NZXT led strips

    the control switch started failing after a few months
    I went through 3 of these strips and on all of them the switch was crap
     
    NZXT Hue was a far better quality product
  17. Like
    Squabba reacted to RuLeZ in Best headphones ~ $150   
    Sennheiser H598(H558 if too expensive), pls dont buy Razer, pls pls
  18. Like
    Squabba reacted to XxDeadpool67xX in Best headphones ~ $150   
  19. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from Lord_Karango17 in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  20. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from ram5687 in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  21. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from jamie.k.hofer in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  22. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from christianled59 in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    The shroud dimensions:
     
    14 1/2" Length
     
    10 1/8" Width
     
    The Width is bent at 6 1/4"
     
     
    Notes:
     
    - The height comes out to 3 7/8", but you don't need to pay attention to that if you make the bend at 6 1/4"
     
    - I had to cut part of the tabs on the hard drive sleds. You will see what I mean when you make yours. It won't affect anything and you can still use them fine.
     
     
    PM me tomorrow for the paint type. It's in the garage and I'm about to go to sleep so yeah =D
  23. Like
    Squabba reacted to kkpatel87 in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Use frog Tape or Scotch Green (233+) masking tape
  24. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from DigitalHermit in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
  25. Like
    Squabba got a reaction from exeacv2 in Simple PSU cover / shroud (how-to)   
    Hey guys! I recently made a PSU/hard drive cover/shroud, and I wanted to share it with everyone, as well as tell you how I did it so maybe some of you can make one too. It is actually really simple, and it only cost me around $20 total. This price will differ depending on where you live.
     
    What you will need:
     
    > Sheet of thin metal
     
    > Spray paint for metal surfaces (choose your color scheme)
     
    > Painters tape (choose your sizes/design)
     
    > Ruler
     
    > Sand paper
     
     
    How to:
     
     
    Step 1. Go to your local hardware store and buy all of the materials you need. While you're there, have them bend and cut a sheet of thin metal following the measurements you made. Rub the outer surface of the metal with fine sand paper to help the paint adhere.
     
     

     
     
    Step 2. Clean off the surface of the metal and apply your first layer of paint. The color you choose will later be the contrast color of the completed piece. Spray the paint on very lightly and go slow. Rushing it will only cause your final piece to not turn out as nice. Do about 6 passes then let it dry for 4-5 hours (depending on the outside temperature; hotter air dries it faster.)
     
     
    Step 3. After the first coat it fully dried (I waited a whole night, just let it sit in the house,) check if the paint is see through. You might need to do another coat of that color if it isn't thick enough. If it IS thick enough, and dry, tape off the design you want. You can see mine at the bottom of this post.
     
     
    Step 4. Apply your second coat of paint. This color will be the main color of the piece, unless of course you are doing more than 2 coats, which in that case just repeat step 2. Let this coat completely dry and cure a little bit (about a day) and then peel off the tape. Now you should have a nice clean line around your design, and it will look great if you did it properly!
     
     

     
     
    Step 5. Put the finished shroud in place in your PC. You can use sticky side velco to fasten it, or just place it in there tightly like I did. Now you have a sharp looking shroud to boost the aesthetics of your rig as well as hide any cables or drives.
     
     
    Step 6. Take some nice pictures and post them in this thread!
     
     
    Here is my before and after shots!
     
     
    BEFORE

     
     
     
    AFTER

     

     
     
    Thanks for checking out my simple PSU shroud "how-to!"
×