If binge-watching favorite TV shows, playing video games, and catching the latest movies are popular pastimes in your household, consider professionally installing a custom home theater. The crisp sound and high-quality display will make the viewing experience more enjoyable for everyone. Below are a few strategies to get the most out of your investment. 

3 Steps for Installing Your Custom Home Theater

1. Put Subwoofer on the Floor

If you like to listen to music or watch action movies, a subwoofer will give every beat, fight scene, and explosion considerably more bass. However, the sound could make shelves vibrate, creating a distraction. To prevent this, installers should place the audio equipment on the floor. If possible, the speaker should be positioned in a corner — sound will bounce off walls at this angle to make the output louder. 

2. Place Small Speakers Throughout the Room

Smaller speakers should be placed on shelves or in cabinets in the rear of the room and on both sides of the TV. This will help create a surround sound effect. Rear speakers might need to be placed higher to project sound. 

3. Consider Seating Style & Placement Carefully

Before TV installation, visualize where you want to place chairs and sofas. Even with a big display, certain angles could cause eye strain. When deciding where to install seating, multiply the diagonal dimension of the screen by 1.5 to 2.5. The resulting number should be used as the distance to place seats from the television. Additionally, the type of furniture should also be considered. Reclining chairs, for example, might not be the best option if you watch a lot of movies and play games in 3D, as the angle could distort the image. 

For professional help building your custom home theater, contact Premiere Home Theater, serving residents throughout Mecklenburg County, NC. From brainstorming a design plan to installing state-of-the-art sound systems, the team will do everything to ensure spending time in your custom home theater is the most popular activity in your house. To schedule a consultation in Cornelius, Charlotte or the surrounding areas, call (704) 449-9448. Visit the company online and follow them on Facebook to see pictures of completed projects.