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Mar
28

The Benefits of a Custom Home Theater or Media Room Design

Posted in Home Theaters

A high quality home theater or multi-purpose media room system is much more than a bunch of high priced electronic equipment purchased either online or at the nearest big box retailer.  Often people become fixated on the brand name and price of the equipment, while ignoring the heart of the system, which is the design.  Even the best equipment in the world will not provide the level of audio and visual performance required, unless the entire system is well designed! 

The home theater design will incorporate a number of factors including room dimensions, room layout, seating layout, acoustic layout, projector location, screen location and component selection.  All of these factors must be considered together and integrated to provide the homeowner the best possible value and performance of the system.  

In some homes it may not be possible to have a home theater room due to space constraints, but it is possible to design a multi-purpose media room, which will provide as much enjoyment as a home theater.  The design of the multi-purpose media room will incorporate the design criteria as a home theater, but will also include provisions for concealing the audio and video components of the system so they do not dominate the room’s décor or use. 

A well designed home theater room or multi-purpose media room will provide years of enjoyment for any family.  The audio and video technology today is truly amazing and it has never been easier and more affordable to enjoy a movie like experience in the comfort of your home!

Posted on behalf of Callaway Home Theater

Aug
28

Home Theaters In Finished Basements

Posted in Home Theaters

Anyone considering finishing out the basement in their home should consider a integrated home theater system, which is an absolute must for any one creating a family recreational area or the ultimate “man cave”!  A fully integrated system will provide years of enjoyment for you and your family. 

One of the biggest advantages of having an integrated home theater installed prior to the basement being finished, is the ability to design the system based upon the proposed layout.  When done early on in the process, the designer can make adjustments to the design of the space to maximize the performance of the home theater system, as well as the enjoyment of the system by the owner. 

Another advantage is the ability to run properly sized wires in the walls and ceilings behind the drywall.  There is nothing worse than seeing wires running exposed on any home theater system, no matter how good the equipment is!  In addition, the home theater contractor can utilize flush mounted speakers on both the walls and the ceiling to provide maximum performance, without the need for floor-mounted speakers!  Finally, they will be able to locate the equipment in discreet areas so that it is not visible, which detracts from the “clean” look that people are looking for in an integrated home theater system. 

A qualified home theater contractor that is licensed and insured will be able to design and install a home theater system that meets you and your families needs, as well as your budget.  Their qualified technicians will be able to properly pre-wire the system prior to drywall installation and install the equipment as soon as the space is completed.

May
20

3 Top Reasons to Hire a Home Theater Specialist

Posted in Home Theaters

More and more homeowners are installing home theaters as a means of entertainment for family and friends. It is a cheaper alternative to going to the movies and, with the excellent quality and vast quantity of electronic equipment on the market, it is possible to get a real theater experience right in your very own home. 

But why pay a home theater specialist to do the design and installation? We’ve got the three best reasons right here. 

1. It is a complicated job. Whether you are building a theater from scratch, or adding to your existing home theater, installing new devices and getting them to work properly with existing devices can be very tricky work. A home theater design specialist will spare you the trials and tribulations and integrate your system so that every electronic component is working properly and harmoniously with other components. 

2. Flawless, professional results. A home theater installer not only knows how electronic components work best with one another, but can do the drilling, mounting and wiring so that all wires are hidden flawlessly within the walls. In other words, you can kiss all that tangled wire mess goodbye. 

3. Home theater specialists can work within a budget. Are you working within a tight budget? If so, the home theater designer and installer can stretch that dollar to get the most for your money. Depending on your own particular needs for budget and space, the designer may recommend, for example, that you go with a high end surround sound system and less of a TV, or vice versa.

 The bottom line is, hiring a home theater installer is a sure way to ensure, professional results. You’ll find that the extra money spent for this service is well worth it in the long run.

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