Although watching a film during an evening out on the town can be an enjoyable experience, how we consume movies has changed drastically as streaming services for video have grown in popularity. While it’s not uncommon to see Hollywood films on the giant screen, the truth is that you do not need to get out of your home’s comfort to watch movies anymore. With streaming services providing hours of premium entertainment, it might be more sensible to take the cinema into your living room.
It can get done most effectively by turning the entire basement into a theatre. In this article, we’ll take an in-depth review of how you can embark on this well-known basement renovation and what you should consider to ensure the ultimate cinema experience.
The First Action to Take Is To Ensure That Your Basement Is Finished
Before showing your work, take the proper steps to ensure the basement remodel is appropriately complete. It means that any home remodeling project in the basement must consider the potential for a basement to be a source of moisture and mold. Because the basement is the most secluded part of the home and is the most vulnerable to flooding, it can be an entry point for water if there is; water, along with humidity and moisture, are pretty close to the scene. Although these conditions may not be optimal, they aren’t necessarily a problem for a basement that needs to get finished.
The presence of water in a basement can cause dampness in construction materials, which may cause mold to grow. The materials will have to get replaced and removed to eliminate the mold, particularly in porous materials, such as carpeting and drywall. Decaying not adequately treated can lead to health issues, like more severe allergies, and respiratory problems, such as skin irritation, headaches, and rashes. It may also cause damage to your property and expand through a home’s basement.
After taking the necessary actions to prevent such issues, you can begin your project to build a home theater.
A Guide to Theater Room Design
Once the basement gets fenced into, encircled, and secured, you can create the perfect home theater. Let’s look at the factors you should think about:
Making the Right Wall
It is essential to select the right wall for your home theater screen. Even though any division will get used, particular walls are more effective than others. For example, a wall with little or no sunlight will provide better movie viewing conditions. It is also essential to choose the wall you will be able to arrange best to sit around.
Projector vs. TV
When you’ve chosen the wall that you’d like your screen to get placed on, you’ll need to decide the next step, whether you want to go with an LCD or a projector. You’ll have to make a choice based on your personal preferences. Projectors are great because they give you more of the experience of a theater in your home. If you pick a suitable wall, you don’t require a screen to view the film because it’s displayed directly on the wall. But you might have to hang the projector to provide a perfect home theater experience.
Speakers
The home theater renovation can get completed without surround sound. Refrain from relying on built-in speakers. Make sure you put in some external surround sound speakers so that you can fully immerse yourself in the experience of watching a movie. As with other technologies for entertainment, speakers have made significant progress in quality and price.
Seating
Be sure that the furniture you purchase is comfortable and matches the room. It’s not a good idea to settle in for a two-hour film with a seat that is uncomfortable.
Concessions Area
Everyone enjoys watching movies with popcorn or anything that tastes similar. Suppose you include a kitchenette in your basement. In that case, the renovation will allow you to be close to delicious snacks to enjoy while you watch your movie.
Get in Touch with Ottawa Home Pros Today for More Information
For more information on creating the ideal home theater and eliminating mold and moisture problems in your basement renovation project, contact Ottawa Home Pros at (613) 288-9145 or email us at info@ottawahomepros.com today.
