Crave Your Man Cave
We’re approaching the end of the winter season. The Rams beat the Bengals in the Super Bowl, and some pioneering artists returned for the halftime show. With health threats still on our minds, it can be hard to go out. Now you make the choice; keep watching on the 40-inch screen in the living room or finally update the man cave.
It’s been knocking at the back of your conscience for years now. It’s time to modernize the look of your dusty, old man cave. What better way to liven up your room than with new LED lighting from 1000Bulbs? The lighting in a man cave–or any room for that matter–can make all the difference for your comfortability, health, and viewing experience. Swapping from traditional incandescent bulbs to modern LED bulbs can turn your average grotto into the envy of the neighborhood.
Keep It Chill, Keep It Comfortable
Your eyes are durable little things, but they can be incredibly picky when it comes to indoor lighting. Low or misplaced lighting can result in eye strain, tiredness and fatigue, or even headaches. That doesn’t sound very relaxing to me. LEDs can provide the range of luminance and color to your room to prevent these pitfalls.
Your choice in wall color can also affect the comfortability of your man cave. Some colors are better at reflecting and dispersing light than others. Dark colored walls reflect less light than ones of a lighter tone. Keep this in mind when setting the mood of your room. For example: a man cave used mostly for watching movies would benefit most from darker colors. This way you minimize distractions to focus on the screen. Make a trip to the fridge safe by adding LEDs along the walkway to prevent tripping while not distracting your other guests. Lighter walls would play better in a game room. People need to be able to see when playing pool or throwing darts, and those lighter walls will help light the spaces your fixtures can’t quite reach.
Maintain A Healthy Mind
Hue also plays a major role. Spending too much time in a dark room can have adverse health effects and lead to depression. Keep the lighting hue of your man cave more towards the warmer colors (reds, oranges, and yellows). Anything to trick your mind into thinking you’re outside. Having a warm, fun environment will make for a healthier and more inviting experience.
Make the Most of Your Viewing Experience
What’s the most important aspect of any man cave? Of course, the viewing experience. If you can’t have the guys over for the next big game, then what’s the point? This leads to the final aspect of designing your man cave. Look for the most advantageous place for your TV or projecting wall. Avoid sightlines with an annoying glare from windows or bright lights. Nothing can be more distracting than a white spot in the reflection of the screen. Put a small LED strip behind or along the screen to really make it pop while reducing eye strain.
Above all else, get creative. A major part of any man cave is its personality. Pay close attention to how your LEDs affect your overall experience. Need help selecting the right LEDs for your man cave? Call our lighting experts at 1-800-624-4488 and be prepared for next year’s Super Bowl.
