6 January 2014,
For those looking to have the cinematic experience right at home, here are some pointers on how to choose the right seats for your home cinema.
While going to the movies has become a favourite past time, the trend seems to have elevated to a whole new level as entertainment rooms become a must have in certain homes. From the big screen and surround sound right down to popcorn and soft drink, the cinematic experience can be had right in the comfort of your home.
Every little detail counts and even selecting the wrong seats will affect the overall enjoyment of the cinema room. Now, there are a few factors that need to be considered when picking the seating for your home cinema/entertainment room in order to maximize the audio visual experience. Before deciding on your cinema seating, here are some things to consider before making the purchase. Alternatively, you can consult your audio visual consultant and they will take care of the nitty gritty details to ensure you get the most enjoyment out of your home cinematic experience.
01. ROOM SIZE
The larger the room, the more seats you can fit comfortably inside the room.
02. VIEWING DISTANCE/SCREEN SIZE
A specific distance between viewer and screen is needed to assure comfort when watching so a bigger screen size will mean fewer seats.
03. NUMBER OF VIEWERS
Consider the number of viewers you want to fit into the room before deciding on the size of your seats. Larger chairs provide more comfort but they also take up precious space.
04. VIEWING PLATFORM
For a dedicated cinema room, the floor is usually multi leveled to ensure that each row of seats get the correct viewing perspective. Seat design should also be taken into consideration to complement the different seating rows.
05. TYPE OF SEATING
There are plenty seating options available in the market with various styles and sizes such as recliner, fixed back, rocker back and many more. Most of the times, all of the seating come with a choice of leather or fabric so you can pick one that suits your home interior.
Choosing the correct size and type of seating for the cinema/entertainment room is important to ensure that the room will not be congested and you are able to enjoy a comfortable viewing experience.
This article is brought to you by Lifestyle Sense Solution, a leading sound and vision specialist in Malaysia with 13 years of experience in the AV industry. For more information,
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