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Designing a home theater is a major renovation goal for many homeowners. While the concept can seem daunting, creating a dedicated space to enjoy your favorite movies and television shows with perfectly optimized tech and conditions is simpler than you might imagine.
As long as you stick to some key best practices, your dream home theater will be a reality before you know it.
To help, here are some expert tips for designing your own home theater space:
There’s more to excellent home theater sound than a surround sound system. Acoustics and ambient noise also make a huge difference in the clarity and quality of your audio enjoyment. Once you have a dedicated space for your home theater, you can make some small adjustments to improve sound before ever plugging in a speaker.
For example, you can attach foam panels to the walls to reduce reverb and echo inside the theater. This will also prevent your movie enjoyment from disturbing anybody outside the room. Seal any cracks with caulk and hang heavy fabric curtains to soak up the extra noise and keep the focus on entertainment.
Lighting is essential to an enjoyable home theater system. However, it doesn’t need to be as elaborate as the lighting in public theaters. All you need to do is rely on ambient lighting to prevent glare. Recessed lighting is a great way to illuminate the room without ruining the view.
If your home theater has a window, you’ll want to hang blackout curtains or other heavy drapes to block outside light. Even without direct sunlight shining through, a window can cause serious glare issues on screens of all sizes.
Less is more when it comes to decorating your home theater. Before you get overwhelmed with home theater design ideas involving complex color schemes and artwork, consider the ideal environment for enjoying a movie. Keep the room free of visual clutter and distractions to keep the focus where it belongs.
Consider dark neutral paint colors for the walls and ceilings. Avoid glossy finishes, which can cause distracting reflections. If you opt for cinema style stadium seating, prioritize comfort over aesthetics.
These are only a few home theater ideas to consider for your own home. Keep these practical interior design basics in mind, and you’ll be well on your way to an exceptional movie night.
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