Game/Cinema room basement conversion
Discussion
VEX said:
Magnetic Balls & Cue?
(Sorry, standard ph commentary on photo orientation)
(Sorry, standard ph commentary on photo orientation)
To be fair I'd probably play better if it was in that position! Today I sorted the network hub in the roof void and sorted all the Ethernet connections as the wifi signal is touch and go despite having several boosters. I might try some kind of power line kit to get a better wifi signal as all the apps to control the av kit/lighting/etc rely on wifi. Does anyone have any suggestions on the best way to do this?
I also installed an 8 camera cctv system but will need to do a bit of work on the positioning of the cameras and the outside lighting.
R8Steve said:
Today I sorted the network hub in the roof void and sorted all the Ethernet connections as the wifi signal is touch and go despite having several boosters. I might try some kind of power line kit to get a better wifi signal as all the apps to control the av kit/lighting/etc rely on wifi. Does anyone have any suggestions on the best way to do this?
As you've got ethernet in there, just add a Wireless Access Point. I use a pair of Ubiquiti UAPs at home, they're brilliant IMHO.
That looks good and as youve done it properly will add value to the house. Iv currently got a man cave but need to convince the wife that a cinema/pool room bar area is a neccessity!R8Steve said:
Hol said:
You need one of these iconic pictures on the wall near the pool table.
https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/266244585/the-rat-...
Good timing Hol as last night i was thinking what artwork will be going up.https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/266244585/the-rat-...
The bar area is obviously going to be drink related, the projector wall will be blank for obvious reasons, this leaves the back wall and the side wall.
The back wall i think i fancy something like this - https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Printed-F1-Racing-...
The side wall i think will be a selection of pictures, some personal to me, some purchased. The one you've linked to is definitely a strong contender.
The small wall next to the door will have a black ash dartboard cabinet.
This is another iconic pool playing picture I considered, but I ran out of wall space as one of my walls is totally given over to a photographic history of the family/kids growing up. We try to add 3-4 pictures every year which is a lot of pictures.
https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=the+hustler+pict...
That's really nice, what size is the screen? Inspired by the new series of GoT I finally got round to setting mine up recently but can't decide if I'd be better with a large TV long-term. Irrelevant as I can't afford to change stuff at the moment mind you.
Your setup is miles ahead of mine when it comes to refinement, though I think mine is a little more manly in its ambience:
TV with drop-down screen above:
20170821_111412 by Paul Rockliffe, on Flickr
Projector mounted above, the bench folds flat to the wall and I need an inflatable sofa to replace my deckchair. I swapped my warped pool table for a classic car, which I think was sensible. Another pool table may be an option in the future if I can move the car into another garage. Note the 7.1 surround speakers and my attempt at a window-blind - Need to sort some proper darkness!
20170821_111427 by Paul Rockliffe, on Flickr
Everything is run from my PC using an EyeFinity setup, the left screen is mirrored to the TV and the right to the projector, so you just put the video on the right screen and press play. There is a Plex setup, but I won't bother with that until I've got a remote control for it that works. The power-tools are on trolleys, so just wheel out of the way when the screen is down.
20170821_111451 by Paul Rockliffe, on Flickr
Total cost was about £300 for a 1080p projector, an Epson thing, and electronic screen, Sony 7.1 surround amplifier, speakers and a big sub. I already had all the other bits and sold some older 5.1 stuff to too, so barely spent anything.
No bar in here yet though, so you're winning on that score too, though I have a load of kit from our wedding DIY bar so there's potential to create something around my workbench, but I'm too busy with kids these days for all that so it's one for the future.
Your setup is miles ahead of mine when it comes to refinement, though I think mine is a little more manly in its ambience:
TV with drop-down screen above:
20170821_111412 by Paul Rockliffe, on FlickrProjector mounted above, the bench folds flat to the wall and I need an inflatable sofa to replace my deckchair. I swapped my warped pool table for a classic car, which I think was sensible. Another pool table may be an option in the future if I can move the car into another garage. Note the 7.1 surround speakers and my attempt at a window-blind - Need to sort some proper darkness!
20170821_111427 by Paul Rockliffe, on FlickrEverything is run from my PC using an EyeFinity setup, the left screen is mirrored to the TV and the right to the projector, so you just put the video on the right screen and press play. There is a Plex setup, but I won't bother with that until I've got a remote control for it that works. The power-tools are on trolleys, so just wheel out of the way when the screen is down.
20170821_111451 by Paul Rockliffe, on FlickrTotal cost was about £300 for a 1080p projector, an Epson thing, and electronic screen, Sony 7.1 surround amplifier, speakers and a big sub. I already had all the other bits and sold some older 5.1 stuff to too, so barely spent anything.
No bar in here yet though, so you're winning on that score too, though I have a load of kit from our wedding DIY bar so there's potential to create something around my workbench, but I'm too busy with kids these days for all that so it's one for the future.
paulrockliffe said:
That's really nice, what size is the screen? Inspired by the new series of GoT I finally got round to setting mine up recently but can't decide if I'd be better with a large TV long-term. Irrelevant as I can't afford to change stuff at the moment mind you.
Your setup is miles ahead of mine when it comes to refinement, though I think mine is a little more manly in its ambience:
TV with drop-down screen above:
20170821_111412 by Paul Rockliffe, on Flickr
Projector mounted above, the bench folds flat to the wall and I need an inflatable sofa to replace my deckchair. I swapped my warped pool table for a classic car, which I think was sensible. Another pool table may be an option in the future if I can move the car into another garage. Note the 7.1 surround speakers and my attempt at a window-blind - Need to sort some proper darkness!
20170821_111427 by Paul Rockliffe, on Flickr
Everything is run from my PC using an EyeFinity setup, the left screen is mirrored to the TV and the right to the projector, so you just put the video on the right screen and press play. There is a Plex setup, but I won't bother with that until I've got a remote control for it that works. The power-tools are on trolleys, so just wheel out of the way when the screen is down.
20170821_111451 by Paul Rockliffe, on Flickr
Total cost was about £300 for a 1080p projector, an Epson thing, and electronic screen, Sony 7.1 surround amplifier, speakers and a big sub. I already had all the other bits and sold some older 5.1 stuff to too, so barely spent anything.
No bar in here yet though, so you're winning on that score too, though I have a load of kit from our wedding DIY bar so there's potential to create something around my workbench, but I'm too busy with kids these days for all that so it's one for the future.
That is a fantastic space. Id never leave.Your setup is miles ahead of mine when it comes to refinement, though I think mine is a little more manly in its ambience:
TV with drop-down screen above:
20170821_111412 by Paul Rockliffe, on FlickrProjector mounted above, the bench folds flat to the wall and I need an inflatable sofa to replace my deckchair. I swapped my warped pool table for a classic car, which I think was sensible. Another pool table may be an option in the future if I can move the car into another garage. Note the 7.1 surround speakers and my attempt at a window-blind - Need to sort some proper darkness!
20170821_111427 by Paul Rockliffe, on FlickrEverything is run from my PC using an EyeFinity setup, the left screen is mirrored to the TV and the right to the projector, so you just put the video on the right screen and press play. There is a Plex setup, but I won't bother with that until I've got a remote control for it that works. The power-tools are on trolleys, so just wheel out of the way when the screen is down.
20170821_111451 by Paul Rockliffe, on FlickrTotal cost was about £300 for a 1080p projector, an Epson thing, and electronic screen, Sony 7.1 surround amplifier, speakers and a big sub. I already had all the other bits and sold some older 5.1 stuff to too, so barely spent anything.
No bar in here yet though, so you're winning on that score too, though I have a load of kit from our wedding DIY bar so there's potential to create something around my workbench, but I'm too busy with kids these days for all that so it's one for the future.
That looks great Paul. I have a separate garage so have managed to keep the two areas separate but i like what you've done there.
Another good suggestion Hol, my current thoughts are having a motor related wall, sports related wall and bar/drink related wall so you're ones above will fit nicely onto the sports wall. The motor related wall i'll get canvas prints of all the best pictures of my previous cars/trackday pictures/etc (one of your old cars being one of them rather ironically!
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Another good suggestion Hol, my current thoughts are having a motor related wall, sports related wall and bar/drink related wall so you're ones above will fit nicely onto the sports wall. The motor related wall i'll get canvas prints of all the best pictures of my previous cars/trackday pictures/etc (one of your old cars being one of them rather ironically!
).Had almost forgotten about this thread and the actual room as I’ve been that busy with other stuff but thought I’d add an update to bring it up to date.
Started to build the bar...
Installed a raspberry pi emulator
Added a dartboard
Added a G29 wheel, pedals and shifter
And of course a playseat to go with it
I’m now just in the process of tiling the bar with split face slate tiles. What a ball ache they are to work with! Getting there though.
That’s it for now. Still need to finish the tiling, clean and coat the slate tiles with colour enhancer/sealer, fit the worktop then onto installing the beer keg lines/taps and floating shelves on the back wall and sort all the Bar lighting.
I got some beer taps from a friend but I’m not 100% happy with them so will be looking for some smaller, more discreet options.
Started to build the bar...
Installed a raspberry pi emulator
Added a dartboard
Added a G29 wheel, pedals and shifter
And of course a playseat to go with it
I’m now just in the process of tiling the bar with split face slate tiles. What a ball ache they are to work with! Getting there though.
That’s it for now. Still need to finish the tiling, clean and coat the slate tiles with colour enhancer/sealer, fit the worktop then onto installing the beer keg lines/taps and floating shelves on the back wall and sort all the Bar lighting.
I got some beer taps from a friend but I’m not 100% happy with them so will be looking for some smaller, more discreet options.
hyphen said:
Spit face tiles seemed an unusual choice for external corners!
Looking great
Yep, I hadn’t really thought that one through but after deciding that was the look I wanted there was no turning back Looking great
Spoke to a few tilers and they weren’t interested so I just gave it a go myself.
It wasn’t easy but I’m pretty happy with how it’s turned out...I’ll not be in a hurry to do it again though!
Here’s a close up of how it turned out.
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