Nothing brings the action—and all your buddies—to your man cave like the arrival of football season. After all, watching games with the guys lets everyone indulge in their passion for the sport with complete freedom. So, why not ensure that that freedom and football is enjoyed in comfort? You have full control over the aesthetics in your respite, so here are ten fun man cave ideas to make your space the ultimate ‘end zone’ on game day.
1. Home Entertainment Furniture—Sofas, Sectionals and Storage
While facing the vast challenges of being an arm chair quarterback, you will want to have ample seating spaces and safe places to store necessities. For these reasons, home entertainment furniture such as reclining sofas, theater seating and spacious sectionals with storage between seats. When looking for sofas, sectionals and recliners, it’s all about functionality and comfort on game day, but that doesn’t mean style must be neglected. Take a look at the amazing options from the trusted American Leather Furniture collection.
2. Kick Back in Stressless Recliners
A step above traditional lean-back seating, stressless recliners are specially designed to support the back, lumbar and neck. Hey, even the American Chiropractic Association recommends recliners from stressless collections such as those from Ekornes Stressless Furniture. Strategically place stressless recliners around primary seating areas with direct views of the game.
3. A Touchdown Worthy Bar
Whether the man cave is designed in custom wood tones or a vibrant sports-related theme, there’s not likely to be much action without a stellar bar setup. This could be as elaborate as a long traditional style bar with a custom designed football field designed atop it or as minimal as a standalone bar cage or rolling portable bar cart, such as those from the impressive Michael Amini Furniture Brand. A custom bar scenario is a fun and must-have touch in the realm of man cave ideas. Even if your friends aren’t big drinkers, a bar can serve as a space for craft sodas, milk shakes, smoothies or fresh juices.
4. Multiple TV Screened Walls
When it comes to man cave ideas, one of the first things that may come to mind is a sports bar like setting where patrons can view several games simultaneously on multiple TV screens. With today’s advanced technology and the lower cost of LED style televisions, it doesn’t have to cost a fortune to boast multiple screens. Create a wall, place them atop the bar awning or scatter them throughout the rooms, but be sure to have the sights and sounds of the game view-able from all primary areas within the space.
5. Functional and Attractive Entertainment Centers and TV Stands
If guests like being right in the action, a big screen tv is surely going to become a focal point of the man cave during football season. Storage and cubbies for gadgets and fan-related gear can be handy for game day with many types of entertainment centers and TV stands. The selection in these categories is nearly limitless, but choosing wisely can have you up front and center calling every penalty.
5. Sports Stadium Style Amenities
Beyond comfortable home entertainment furniture and glorious entertainment centers, man cave masters want to offer visitors on game day all the amenities they’d have in the stadium—right? Consider additions such as a hot dog rotatory, soft pretzel maker, commercial-grade popcorn machines, and fun drink stations like frozen ice beverages on tap.
6. Marvelous Man Cave Bathrooms
Many mistakenly assume that males don’t appreciate a well thought out bathroom beyond it having the basics. Sure, some don’t, but being the king of the castle often calls for a kingly throne. Those fortunate enough to have generous bath space in the man cave can make the most of it with the placement of a urinal and a high-seated toilet replete with a bidet. Install hands-free faucet and towel dispensers for an extra three points.
7. Create a Discussion Worthy Football Theme
Football fans always have a favorite team, and their man cave is likely to reflect that passion during the season. Walls lined with framed jerseys, posters, souvenirs and other memorabilia are great conversation starters and exceptional decor for any cave. Glass cases can exhibit mock trophies, signed footballs or photos, while walls can be adorned with full murals of live action football scenes. Want 50-yard line flooring? Install artificial turf with spray painted or imprinted lines and numbers to be right on the field!
8. Create a Pool or Ping-Pong Zone
If there is space to spare for a nice custom pool table and you’re a fan of the sport, go for it. However, if space is limited, a cool ping-pong table can be great halftime entertainment. Some of the best game tables are reversible and transition into other games like air hockey or bumper pool.
9. Set the Stage for Game Day Breaks
Not interested in the halftime show? Create a small corner stage in the man cave with some instruments and amps. It will serve double duty as a practice space for the musically inclined man cave owner, but consider soundproofing walls, too.
10. Pack the Place with Game Day Poker Fans
If the game gets delayed or just becomes so far out of reach to bother watching anymore, shift the festivities into a poker lover’s paradise to start a new kind of game. Lovely oblong tables surrounded by deep, high-backed upholstered or leather chairs creates the ideal ambiance. Some wonderful poker-ready table and seating options can be found amid the ART Furniture collection.
Incorporate a few of these man cave ideas into your theme this year and your space is sure to be a hit. Now, you just need to hope your team fares as well as you!
