How to Create a TV & Entertainment Area in Your Basement

With the 40-hour-a-week job and the family, there is no better way to relax than with comfy chairs and a big screen television, to tune out and just chill. Plus, a great entertainment area is the perfect meeting place for all of the boys, whether it is football or poker night.

Unfortunately, most houses are not equipped with enough space to accommodate a great entertainment area, with enough room for a big TV and all of the guests that will head on over – regardless of if they are invited or not. Luckily, many basements have more than enough area, and by doing some reworking and remodeling, homeowners can have that hangout zone that they have dreamt about.

Since many people desire a huge amount of electronics, comfy seats and possibly a bar when designing their ideal relaxation station, professional help may be required to assist with installation. Additionally, the overall cost can quickly rise. With that said, however, there are a bunch of key things that any homeowner can easily accomplish on their own.

1. After clearing out the storage and designating the exact amount of space, the first thing to do is to cover the ceiling and walls with two coats of sealant and paint. If the water heater or furnace is around, covering them with stud framing and plywood is a simple and easy way to block out their ugly presence. With actual paint colors, it is recommended to go for darker ones, like greens, blues or even reds. Although bright colors illuminate a room, those deep, mellow shades produce a cozy, comfortable feeling, which is exactly the type of mood desired.

2. Next, focus on the floor and install a comfortable carpet pad and carpet. A great recommendation, although pricey, is to utilize carpet tiles, which can be bought at any hardware store. They are pretty simple to install and they add that necessary coziness. Professional carpeting can be utilized as well.

3. With regards to lighting, most states require a professional to install any additional wiring. If not stoked about hiring another expert to set up good lighting, then simply purchase a few light covers for any existing, exposed ceiling bulbs and portable lamps to strategically place around the area.

4. Finally, set up the entertainment center with speakers and a great TV. A great idea is to include an entertainment system to house all of the wires, equipment and DVDs. Then, surround the big screen with a few couches and armchairs to provide maximum comfort. A few coffee tables are essential for future poker games, as well as a small fridge and a few shelves to house beer and snacks. Ideally, a bathroom will exist in the basement to avoid multiple trips up and down the stairs. If not, getting one installed is something to look in to. Either way, get ready to have that new entertainment area be the most popular room in the neighborhood.