6 Tips to Transform Your Living Room Into a Mini Home Movie Theater
A lot of our everyday behaviors have changed since the start of the pandemic. We eat differently, shop differently, go to school or work differently and are entertained differently.
But not all the change is bad. In fact, we could not be more thrilled about the transition from going out to the movies to instead having movie night at home.
Let’s be real for a second. While there were many benefits of going out to the movie, there were some pretty annoying things about the movie theatre. First, you had to stress over trying to find a good parking spot so that you would make the movie screening on time. Next, you would have to wait in line to buy your ticket. Then, there was navigating you way through a dark theatre and squeezing past people while equally having your shoes stick to the popcorn and soda-soaked floors.
There were probably many times when you were in the theatre that you instead wished you had large throw blankets wrapped around you while lounging on your own couch at home instead.
Now that is a reality more so than ever. Movie nights at home have never been easier. In fact, you can easily transform your living room into a mini home theater that allows you to relax and not be disturbed by anything that would normally annoy you at an actual movie theater.
To help you transform the space, we have rounded up the best tips so you can easily do so on a budget. From utilizing the large throw blankets that you already have to invest in a quality projector, here are all the top ways to transform your living room for your next movie night at home.
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Invest in a Projector
As we have just teased, a projector is one of the best ways to channel those home movie theater vibes. While television can also work, there is something magical about the way a movie plays from a projector screen. Plus, it allows you to use an entire wall in your living room and arrange it in a way that allows everyone to get comfortable. The projector will also give you the opportunity to have a movie night elsewhere in the house too, such as the basement or the backyard.
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Bring in All the Large Throw Blankets
One of the main ways to create a great atmosphere for your at-home movie night is to utilize your large throw blankets. You can use them in a variety of ways. From being the foundation of your pillow bed to using it to create a fort, these blankets offer a lot more than just coziness. Of course, they are also great to snuggle up under too, especially since they can fit more than one person underneath.
- Bring Popcorn Into the Mix
Everyone loves movie snacks. An all-time classic is a big bucket of buttery popcorn. Now, you can make your own at home too. In fact, everyone at your movie night can have their own bag to much from. Simply invest in a quality popcorn machine that lets you make it quickly and in bulk. Or, you can go super extra and get a vintage popcorn machine like the traditional movie theatres had and put that in your living room too.
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Create a Grazing Platter
Some movie theatres have upped their game with more sophisticated and boutique experiences available to patrons—that often include wine and cheese platters. So why not make one big grazing platter for your living room that is full of cheese, crackers, and all the other yummy munchies? Everyone will be well fed and you will have a big enough space to find a great place for it to go as well.
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Throw in the Wine and Beer
Of course, no grazing platter is complete without some wine and beer. Make sure that everyone in your living room has a beverage they are sipping on. Since no one will have to worry about driving home afterward, those who are of age can watch the movie while also sipping on wine and beer too.
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A Pile of Pillows
Of course, nothing screams cozy movie nights more than a giant pile o pillows. You can toss them all into a big pile on the living room floor and let people lounge in them for the movie night. When it comes to doing a big pile of pillows, the more the better. You will notice an instant transformation of your room, in a really good way.
Conclusion
There are so many different ways to jazz up your living room and transform it into a home theatre. Whether you use large throw blankets or a high tec projector, you will be in for a treat simply by being able to sit back, relax, and be entertained at home.
Sources:
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/g35067294/movie-night-ideas/
