lundi 6 avril 2015

Tips For Finding The Perfect Theatre Seating For Your Home Screening Room

By Aimee Schwartz


When it comes to setting up a personal screening room in one's home, most people spend most of their time tracking down the best audio and visual systems they can afford, but overlook the equally important aspect of the seating. The arrangement, style, and features of theatre seating one selects also contributes considerably to the overall experience for the viewer. Consumers should follow these helpful tips in order to make the best choice in seats.

Before purchasing any seats, the homeowner should sketch out the general shape of the designated room and measure its exact dimensions. The width of all hallways and doors used to access the area must also be measured, since the seating will need to pass through them. Seats should not occupy so much space that it's hard to move about freely, and there should be about 18-24 inches left between each of them.

Seats need to placed in such a way that they provide the audience with a comfortable viewing angle and distance from the screen. These important numbers can be calculated with a formula which was devised for this purpose, and are based on the size of the screen. If the room is on the smaller side, it is best to first select the seating, and then match it to the most suitable size screen.

Depending on the particular manufacturer, seating can be either pre-made or made-to-order, with power or manual adjustment. In terms of fabric, leather is the material of choice, but there are also options in vinyl, microfiber, or leather-match. Some seats may also come with the possibility of having bass shaker systems installed inside them, which provides physical sensation to accompany the sound and action of what's on the screen.

Seating with a full recline lets the viewer stretch their legs out fully for ultimate comfort, while a simple recline style still allows a standard recline of 5 inches. Offering both space-saving practicality and still very comfortable are the "wallhugger" seat designs. Seats with durable hardwood frames, and plush padding for maximum sound absorption are also the best choice.

Besides the maximum seating capacity, the room's dimensions also determines what the ideal size of each seat should be, and the way in which they are arranged in the room. Viewers can sit beside each other if space allows, or it may be necessary to form rows of seats. If additional rows are anticipated, 20 inches of space need to be left on the side of each row.

A platform or riser can be utilized to improve the viewing experience for those seated in the second row of seats if there is one. Arranging the back row seats in a pattern which alternates with the ones in the front row is another solution. If there is only a single row of seats, a curved arrangement is the best choice, as it provides each person with an optimal view.

Whether someone has a traditional or contemporary theatre decor, seat designs come in a variety of styles, finishes, and colors to fit in perfectly with the rest of the room. A number of popular special features are also available such as storage compartments, cup holders, and snack trays. There should also be a manufacturer's warranty provided with all quality seats at the time of purchase.




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