Making a Burning LAVA GAMING DESK

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Published 2023-06-18
In this video I build a flowing lava desk/lava table with some programmable Govee LED strip lights, some burled elm slabs and a bunch of epoxy and tempered fire glass. This unique waterfall lava table resembles real burning lava inside of the river table between the wood slabs. This is a full diy video that shows every step of the build from preparing the lumber, making epoxy forms, installed the led lights, pouring the epoxy, finishing the desk, building the legs, setting up the final lava desk.

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Material List:
Govee AI Sync Box Lights Kit: geni.us/hFrmv2g
Govee Outdoor strip lights (inside the epoxy): geni.us/VHhQBi
Fire glass RED (used about 60 lbs): geni.us/DmM9
Fire glass Black (used under 10 lbs): geni.us/I9ryo
Fire glass Amber (used under 10lbs): geni.us/nRYEd
Casting Epoxy (used about 8 gallons): geni.us/hhzcg8
Rubio Monocoat Pure: amzn.to/3RgvDV7
Kreg Track Saw Jig: geni.us/9UVnSxr
Kreg Pocket Hole Jig: geni.us/AzcPmPL
Drill & Impact: geni.us/gEVKgX
Circular Saw: geni.us/s0gRT0
Large Router: geni.us/Em5m8c
Trim Router: geni.us/IJ8zR
Miter Saw: geni.us/m62u





Contest Rules (Winnders drawn on June 26/23, proof in my Instagram story archive):
1. Prizes:
Win one of two "Drew Builds" T-Shirts in your size.
Win the Govee AI Gaming Sync Kit that I used in the filming of this video. Condition is used, but overall like new.
2. How to Enter:
Follow on my instagram www.instagram.com/drewbuildsstuff/. All instagram followers that I receive from June 18 2023 until and including June 24 2023 will be eligible to win.
3. Winners:
Winners will be selected by me on (or shortly after) June 25 2023 by a scroll and pick by me. This may be random or selected by me. Winners will be contacted via direct message and must reply within 1 month to receive the prize. I will cover the shipping cost as long as it's to a reasonable location.
4. Proof:
Proof of winners will be posted on my instagram story or youtube story on or around June 25 2023.

All Comments (21)
  • @DOITWITHDAN
    Routing the LED strip out and then RECASTING them in epoxy is such a power move
  • @joslin2005
    I love the fact that you left the “mess up” in the video, and how you worked through it. So many videos I watch like this are overwhelming to me because I start thinking, “yeah right, I’ll jack that up.” The brutal honesty, humility, and perseverance in this video was refreshing to see. Absolutely beautiful desk as well. Great job!
  • @user-il9nz5ms2x
    I’m so happy you didn’t give up after the LED incident. It looks amazing, you should be proud of yourself!
  • @Rainthority
    At the start of the video, I was wondering, "So what happened if one day you need to replace the LED?" 17:30 answered my question 💀 kudos to you for not giving up on this project after the incident
  • @GRITknox
    My thought is on the actual lifespan of the led. I definitely will attempt a build like this, but having an actual recovery option if the led strip fails would be a consideration. Beautiful build man.
  • @sbontheswitches
    I was devastated when you had to cut the led strip out! I can only imagine how you felt. Great work dude!!
  • @charliskoroni
    That is the most beautiful lava gaming desk I ever have seen. Wow. awesome.
  • @staticbuilds7613
    With the side piece included. You could make a really cool waterfall desk with a similar effect. Imagine having a blue effect going down the one side into a small diorama
  • @sytorias7143
    This is the first episode of your channel I've seen and it's fantastic. Your workshop, your skill, what you're doing here is everything I wish I was doing for a living. Keep it up, it's amazing.
  • @DaellusKnights
    Routing out the LED strip really highlights how much this is a labor of love 😻👍
  • Great project. I use Govee lights as well, I like how the Govee Home app has a lot of options, themes, modes etc.
  • @mischieffactory
    WAIT WAIT WAIT!!!!! You routed out the LED!!!! That is wild! You get a standing ovation man!!!
  • @Steven-vr1ic
    great video. I've been there with breaking LED connectors by tripping over the cord. What I do now is use a twist lock connector so I can connect/disconnect as needed.
  • @leannereilly
    I could of cried FOR you when you tripped on the cable, my jaw dropped & I felt like I was in the room 🙊😭 I’m so happy you kept going & found another way to make things work. It turned out amazing! I wish I lived in Canada so you could help me build my dream office 🥺
  • @mistakke5860
    as a woodworker myself I can comfortably say that this is absolutely insane dedication and hard work. I wish I can be as good as you one day. Amazing work, brother, you've earned yourself a new loyal subscriber :)
  • @Cereal_Killr
    Been wanting to make an LED infused epoxy desk top for my gaming PC for a while now. Epoxy is so expensive...using an Idea like this with filler is very creative! Thanks! You killed it!
  • @deepblue839
    when you snapped the cable, went back to re-route it out and added a new one earned you a new subscriber! thats hard work and dedication. i feel like most people would've given up knowing the glass was going to eat through router bits, so much extra work and effort. amazing job drew!
  • @lucas_cdp
    No doubt, this is the most beautiful table we've ever seen. all that hard work Worth it
  • This is probably one of my top 3 favorites of your videos. Amazing job, Drew. Plus your really easy on the eyes.