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

By Aimee Schwartz


When setting up a home movie theatre, many consumers tend to focus most of their attention and budget on the audio and visual components, which are of course important, but so are the seats. The style, design, and layout of the theatre seating plays a bigger role in the total viewing experience than some may realize, which is why homeowners need to make sure they give consideration to each of these key points when selecting it.

The first thing which must be established is the amount of space and shape of the room which is to become the theatre. It is necessary to measure its total dimensions. The seating will need to fit through one's hallways and doors, so these too must be measured. About 18-24 inches should be left between seats, and there needs to be enough space left to walk around in the room.

There has to be a suitable distance and angle between the seats and the screen as well. This is primarily determined by the size of the screen and there is a formula commonly used to calculate these distances. It is generally safer to select the seating first, in particular if the room is smaller, and then choose the ideal screen size accordingly.

Most manufacturers offer both pre-made and made-to-order seat designs with a choice of power or manual adjustment for home theatres. Although leather is the most popular material, seats made from microfiber, leather-match, or vinyl are also available. The addition of a bass shaker system to seats provides a realistic tactile sensation to accompany the on-screen action and sound.

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.

Seats can vary in size, and the way in which they are placed in the room, two choices which depend mainly on how much space there is. Viewers may sit alongside each other if there is enough room to do so, but if there is not, seats will need to be arranged in rows. In the event that one wishes to add more rows in the future, it's advisable to leave 20 inches of space on either side of each row.

It may be necessary to install a riser or platform beneath the second row of seats, if there is one, so viewers seated there can see better. Spacing back row seats alternately with front row seats so no one's view is obstructed is another solution. A curved arrangement works well for theatres with only one row of seats, as it duplicates the ideal view of a front and center position.

A wide assortment of colors, finishes, and styles are available to suit the decor preferences of any homeowner. There are also many handy special features to choose from which can be added to most designs such as snack trays, cup holders, storage compartments and more. Quality seating should also be covered by a manufacturer's warranty.




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