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Home theater room: How much will it cost?

by Michael Johnson 09/21/2022

If you’re ready to build the home theater room of your dreams, it’s smart to begin with a budget. After all, there’s nothing worse than your exciting upgrade plans leading to unexpectedly high prices.

While the cost of a home theater can vary significantly, there are some basic elements you can plan for in your budget. Before starting your home theater renovation process, consider the costs of the following key components:

Screen & viewing device

The focal point of your home theater will be your screen. For this, you have the choice of getting a large TV or using a projector and screen.

If you decide to go with a TV, there are many factors to consider, including screen size, resolution and extra features. Smart TVs are incredibly useful for home theaters, but can cost significantly more.

Projectors also range in price and quality, but allow you the option to DIY a viewing screen. Using matte finish paint or sturdy cloth, you create a budget-friendly surface for your movie watching experience.

A projector also grants you a more authentic movie theater picture quality. For those who want a true movie theater experience at home, a projector and screen might be the best option.

Sound system

When building a movie room, most of your budget will likely go to your sound system. To achieve perfect movie theater surround sound, you can buy surround sound speaker sets, or make your own with individual speakers.

With individual speakers, you have more options to stay within your budget. However, expert audiophiles suggest using speakers of the same brand to ensure perfect sound matching for the entire room.

Whether you opt for a speaker set or individual speakers, consider the potential costs of installation. Mounting speakers to walls or ceilings might require professional assistance, and complex electrical wiring should always be handled by a licensed electrician.

There are other factors to consider when gathering home theater ideas, such as lighting, acoustics and theater seating. However, budgeting carefully for the primary components of a home theater such as viewing screen and sound system will help you build the movie theater of your dreams without breaking the bank.

About the Author
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Michael Johnson

For over 25 years, Mike Johnson, has help Buyers and Sellers in Greater New Haven, and across the state turn their dreams into reality. TAJ REAL ESTATE, LLC is a full service firm specializing in Short Sale, First Time Home Buyers, Sale and marketing of existing Home and Condos, Rentals, FHA 203K Sale and Renovation of Distress Properties, and Investor Purchase.

Mike Johnson is a graduate of Fairfield University, and a resident of Connecticut for over 38 years. He served on the Board of Directors for Hill Health Corporation from 1976 to 1984, has served on the Professional Standard Committee of the Greater New Haven Board of Realtors for over 8 years, served as Board of Directors for that organization from 2009-2012, and on the Farmington Canal Committee for over 10 years.

Mike possesses a high degree of knowledge, experience and integrity, and strives for excellence, as such creating a reputation second to none. Whether your Home is under water (owing more than the mortgage balance), or behind on your mortgage and facing foreclosure, your solution is only a phone call away. Pick up the phone and put your troubles in the hands of a experienced Realtor.

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