sounds like you need a more global approach

Posted by nsgarch (A) on March 15, 2012 at 22:03:47

In Reply to: thinking about audio furniture, looking for ideas posted by troporobo on March 13, 2012 at 17:46:18:

Furniture (cabinets, credenzas, armoires, even a closet) is not a practical solution for an audiophile system. That's why the majority of audiophile systems are "in the open". And if there is "dust in the air", the solution is to get the dust out of the air. Unless you both live in a dusty area AND leave the windows open, it's not as daunting as it would seem.

If your system in now in the living area, for the family to enjoy, then you need to address the problem with a 'whole house' approach, which incidently would be good for the health of your family as well!

The two most effective tools are electrostatic filters AND (not and/or!) air ionizers. If you have central (forced air) heating and cooling, then installing serious in-duct electrostatic filter equipment is the first step; and then placing room ionizers in the larger spaces to catch what the electostat misses (what comes in when people enter/leave the house, or open the windows, etc.) If you don't have a forced air system, then there are some very quiet floor standing units that can treat an average house of 1200 to 2000 sq ft. If you also live in a very dry climate, adding humidification (central or room) can provide additional dust conrol (as well as improving resiratory health and reducing allergy and sinus problems!)

Yes, this stuff will cost more than custom cabinets; but it adds value to your home, and provides health benefits for the whole family, not just a clean audio system; and in most cases it's either deductible as home improvement, or as an addition to the cost basis of your property.

Trying to protect just the equipment from dust is an exercise in futility. Why do you think the Swiffer became such a profitable product? ;--)

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Topic - thinking about audio furniture, looking for ideas - troporobo 17:46:18 03/13/12 (29)

sounds like you need a more global approach - nsgarch 03/15/1222:03:47 03/15/12 (0)

Agree with Rod M as my gear (located in a closed closet) still... - DeKay 12:12:20 03/15/12 (2)

Or, you could try one of these (more energy efficient)... - Neil49 14:23:57 03/15/12 (1)

Nice, but management approval is unlikely for that proposal! (nt) - troporobo 18:57:13 03/15/12 (0)

Why not just use custom covers? - Mechans 15:26:34 03/14/12 (1)

that's what I have now - troporobo 16:40:49 03/14/12 (0)

I like Salamander Designs - jedrider 10:07:59 03/14/12 (1)

their customer support sucks - mbnx01 15:24:28 03/14/12 (0)

RE: thinking about audio furniture, looking for ideas - Inmate51 09:26:35 03/14/12 (4)

excellent ideas, thanks - troporobo 16:50:14 03/14/12 (0)

RE: thinking about audio furniture, looking for ideas - pictureguy 10:16:53 03/14/12 (2)

that is exactly what I am looking for, thanks! - troporobo 16:47:10 03/14/12 (1)

RE: that is exactly what I am looking for, thanks! - pictureguy 17:23:00 03/14/12 (0)

Build your own - fin1bxn@msn.com 05:15:36 03/14/12 (3)

That's close to what I have done already - troporobo 16:53:45 03/14/12 (0)

RE: Build your own - thetubeguy1954 13:17:19 03/14/12 (1)

I could do that - fin1bxn@msn.com 05:15:28 03/15/12 (0)

Check with Box Furniture, I think they will do custom work. NT - jnr 22:32:18 03/13/12 (0)

RE: thinking about audio furniture, looking for ideas - R Browne 20:30:56 03/13/12 (4)

A very cool looking design, but - M3 lover 09:26:29 03/14/12 (3)

RE: A very cool looking design, but - musetap 09:35:46 03/14/12 (1)

As far a functionality goes... - R Browne 14:20:24 03/14/12 (0)

I agree. - R Browne 09:31:28 03/14/12 (0)

You won't beat the dust.... - Rod M 18:46:37 03/13/12 (5)

RE: You won't beat the dust.... - dancingseamonkey 07:52:18 03/14/12 (1)

Here you go.... - Rod M 14:34:38 03/15/12 (0)

RE: You won't beat the dust.... - Stephæn 21:01:56 03/13/12 (2)

"Turn in your card, dude." I think it's more along the lines of... - musetap 09:38:47 03/14/12 (1)

Touché - Stephæn 10:46:03 03/14/12 (0)

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sounds like you need a more global approach - nsgarch 03/15/1222:03:47 03/15/12 (0)

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