This video demonstrates how to build a simple DIY bookcase using limited tools and the shou sugi ban technique. It's an easy project suitable for beginners or those at any skill level, featuring ...

Step 5: Paint the corners. Apply the paint using a brush to coat the corners of the bookcase and the trim. Step 6: Paint the shelves and sides. Fill the paint tray with paint.

Bookcase is not an e-reader, however. The latest bit of tech novelty from Astropad is a case that turns a smartphone into a book — or at least the approximate dimensions of one.

So you've built yourself an XBMC media center, bought a shiny new TV, and have nowhere to put it all. Instead of shelling out for a fancy entertainment unit, just buy a cheap bookcase and turn it ...

Your smartphone will feel more like holding a Kindle with Astropad’s new $50 Bookcase, potentially making it better suited for reading. Kindle cosplay for your phone. Skip to main content.