subject: Important Factors To Consider When Planning A Home Theater [print this page] Those who choose custom home theaters face several decisions regarding the location, equipment, and design. Professionals can present you with all of the options while explaining their benefits, but it is ultimately up to you to make the final decisions. The first step would be to have a free estimate performed. Professional installers can show you your options and present you with a ballpark figure for the total costs. Since a home theater is more than just a TV room, you will want to carefully plan out every detail in order to bring your ideal room to life. Depending on the size and layout of your home, you may have several options for the location of your new theater. You must decide if you want elevated seating, such as in a traditional movie theater, or if you would like a more conversational grouping that provides an intimate atmosphere. Some residents opt for a game room so that it resembles a sports bar with billiards, entertainment, and lounge seating. It is a good idea to think about how you like to enjoy video, in order to choose the most ideal location. Once you have chosen a location, the next step is to decide on the type of equipment you would like installed. If you have a large room to work with, you may want to consider a projection television that will give the feeling of a real movie theater. Flat screens in high definition are popular if you do not want to go as large as a projection screen. The sizes of television screen vary greatly. Get expert advice. Professional installers can also recommend quality sound systems to go with your video screen, and they can set up a one remote system for controlling it.
With the equipment chosen and ready for installation, start thinking about the decor. There are many aspects such as seating, accent pieces, and wall decorations. With the seating arrangements, you will want pieces that are conducive to comfortable viewing. If you want your family and guests to be able to hold conversations, arranging the seating in a semi-circular fashion would be best. Lighting is very important when it comes to home theaters, and many residents choose dimmers that can raise or lower the lights. Professional installers who are also skilled in interior design can help you with all of the decisions to be made for custom home theaters systems.
