subject: Things To Know For Setting Up A Games Room [print this page] If you have a spare room in the house and you don't know what to do with it, a family games room is a good idea. Don't worry about defending it with the rest of the family because I'm pretty sure they, especially if you have teenagers, will love the thought of having a grown-up version of a child's playroom. This can be your place for chilling out at the end of the day or a special bonding place when the family has to stay home. Say, on at-home weekends or staying in during bad weather.
A games room can be an entertainment and family area too. You can transfer the television from the den or put a new one. To add fun, make some noise! I mean music, by installing a sound system complete with the family's collections of albums for some variety. For an ultimate games room, add some video games too.
Storage is important. You would want to keep this room as clutter-free as possible so that the feeling of comfort will not be compromised. It's hard to enjoy in a room full of mess. A small cabinet and a built-in shelf make good storage for the board games and other accessories.
Other furniture in the room should be selected to suit the room's purpose. If you want to spend time relaxing in comfort, then include some comfy seating. Many adults, especially if they are going to use the room for entertaining, would also choose to install a bar, or perhaps you could even install a small kitchen, with a sink, refrigerator, microwave and toaster oven, for those quick snacks.
Music is likely to be needed in your games room, so set aside an area for your stereo and CDs. Also consider whether you want to include other entertainment systems, such as television, video games and so on.
Some add a slot machine, jukebox and karaoke system for a more realistic place of games and fun.
If you want a specific theme for your games room, how about sport, casino, traditional, or even retro. For retro, try including a juke box and 'Happy Days' posters. For casino, maybe you could get hold of your own slot machine!
Don't forget the floor of the room. Comfort should also extend to the floor. A plush, thick area rug can be an excellent addition to any family room. It makes for a great area for the family to sit around for a few rambunctious board games or card games- Think scrabble, monopoly and rummy.
If your children want more fun factor, choose area rugs with interesting themes. Games are a widespread theme well-liked by kids. Rugs in a basketball design, soccer field, dartboards, chess and other games-related design will look nice in the games room.
Can't wait to have the games room? Well, what are you waiting for? Start your shopping and decorating work ASAP. Enjoy!
