Thursday, April 2, 2015

How To Pick The Best Home Theatre Seating

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.

In order to determine the number and size of seats which can comfortably fit inside the home theatre, it is necessary to carefully measure the space and make note of its shape, including any irregularities. The dimensions of all doorways and halls leading to the room must be measured as well, so one can ensure that the new seating will fit through. There should be adequate space to walk around, with about 18-24 inches between seats.

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.

Customers can choose from pre-made or made-to-order designs, as most manufacturers offer either option. Similarly, both power and manual adjustment styles are available. Most seats are upholstered in leather, but other materials may be used as well, including leather-match, microfiber, and vinyl. Seats with a built-in bass shaker system provide viewers with tactile sensations which coordinate with the sights and sounds on-screen.

Furthermore, seats can be configured in either full or simple recline. The former allows the viewer to fully extend the legs, while the latter allows a 5-inch recline. "Wallhugger" designs offer the ultimate in comfort while saving space, as they permit full recline even though they are positioned close to the wall. Hardwood frames provide sturdiness, and a plush, well-cushioned design absorbs more sound, maximizing the overall audio performance.

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.

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.

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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