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Most people would agree that there’s nothing quite like the experience of seeing a big-screen blockbuster movie on opening night, elbow to elbow with strangers who love Marvel or James Bond just as much as you do. That said, those same people would probably agree tha there’s nothing better than watching a movie in your pajamas, curled up on a leather recliner with your pooch nearby.
With so many new-release movies going straight to streaming video (or taking mere weeks to get there), it makes more sense than ever to turn a rarely used family living space into a screening room. With these creature comforts and decorative accents, you can bring that dream to life in no time.
Home Theater Seating
Weilianda Home Theater Seating
Buy It at AmazonYou may never want to leave your home theater after diving into these top-grain leather recliners from Wailanda: They have a zero-gravity adjustable recline feature that activates at the touch of a button. Cupholders, USB-C and USB-A charging ports, ambient lighting and armrest storage features will make your home movie experience better than any mall theater.
Rug
Joy Designs Walk of Fame Theater Area Rug
Buy It at AmazonThis star-studded burgundy area rug is 100 percent Stainmaster nylon and easy to maintain. Measures 7 feet 8 inches by 10 feet 9 inches, a handy size for situating under the couch or recliners.
Popcorn Maker
Paragon Theater Pop 12 oz. Red Stainless Steel Countertop Popcorn Machine
Buy It at The Home Depot
What’s a movie without the popcorn? This tempered-glass, sturdy popcorn maker churns out 221 1-ounce servings in an hour, so there will always be plenty of popcorn for refills. A heated deck keeps popcorn warm; it only has two switches, so it’s super easy to use.
Acoustic Panels
BUBOS 6-pack Art Acoustic Panels
Buy It at AmazonA top pick in our guide to the best soundproofing panels, these acoustic panels from BUBOS are multifunctional must-haves for a home theater: They add soundproofing to the theater room, so your sound system’s noise impacts adjacent rooms less; they also dampen echoes and reverberation within the theater, so the sound you experience during the film is as good as it can be. Made of 100 percent polyester flame-retardant fiber and 24 inches by 24 inches square, BUBOS panels are sold in sets of 6 and come in dozens of appealing designs.
Wall Decor
Casablanca Movie Poster
Buy It at AllpostersFrom Star Wars and Braveheart to Casablanca and Wizard of Oz, there’s a movie poster to fit any home theater theme. Hang these inexpensive works of art from Allposters as is, or purchase them laminated, framed, or or mounted on wood. This Casablanca poster measures 24 inches by 36 inches, but sizes vary by title.
Decorative Sconces
YFMYY Art Deco Wall Sconces
Buy It at AmazonWant your home theater to look Old Hollywood? These wall sconces will give your space a glamorous, golden-era vibe. Made of iron and linen and approximately 19 inches tall and 10 inches wide, these statement sconces are sold in pairs and are available in three finishes.
Curtains
Fcosie Home Theater Curtains
Buy It at AmazonWith panel widths ranging from 84 to 250 inches each, it’s clear that these lined, heavyweight velvet curtains from Fcosie are a step beyond typical window blackout curtains. These come in a variety of widths, lengths, and colors (some unlined, if you prefer), and block 85 to 95 percent of light from the room. Consider hanging these on either side of a projector screen and opening them with a flourish when it’s showtime.
Marquee
Minleoh Custom LED Movie Theater Marquee Sign
Buy It at AmazonPerfect for the door just outside your home theater (or anywhere inside the theater itself), this customizable 15-inch by 12.4-inch acrylic sign is illuminated by LED lights; its colors, brightness, and other features are customizable via app or remote control.
Columns
SoundRight Classic Home Theater Column
Buy It at 4SeatingHomeowners who want to give their home screening rooms a fancy finishing touch should consider SoundRight’s suede-covered columns, which come in seven colors and a variety of custom heights. The crown trim at the top adjusts up or down by 2 inches, so you can achieve a finished, built-in look. Made in the USA.
Clock
Film Reel Wall Clock
Buy It at Home Theater MartMade from steel 16mm film reels, this battery-operated clock is always on time for a good flick. It has a 10.5-inch diameter, so you can see it from any angle. Comes in five finishes.
Ceiling Stars
CHINLY 32W Twinkle Starlight Headliner Kit
Buy It at AmazonIf there aren’t already enough shining stars on the walls and screen in your home theater, CHINLY’s fiberoptic light projector will beam a starry sky onto the ceiling, too. Available in configurations of up to 1,600 twinkles, you can adjust the stars’ color, brightness, mode, and speed via smartphone app.
