{"id":15,"date":"2017-06-08T18:10:00","date_gmt":"2017-06-08T18:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/haynesbrosfurniture.blogs.eprevue.net\/2017\/06\/08\/make-dad-a-man-cave\/"},"modified":"2017-09-21T10:58:25","modified_gmt":"2017-09-21T10:58:25","slug":"make-dad-a-man-cave","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.haynesbrosfurniture.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/08\/make-dad-a-man-cave\/","title":{"rendered":"Make Dad a Man Cave"},"content":{"rendered":"

From the stay-at-home dad, to the high-powered executive, to the doting grandfather, every man needs a space he can call his own; a place where he can relax, unwind after a long day, and maybe watch the big game.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n

In past years, that special men-only space was often called the den, but these days it has taken on a new moniker. The man cave has been featured in movies and TV shows, magazines and newspapers, and it has become a staple of popular culture. If you would like to treat the man in your life to his own special cave, you need to plan carefully. Here are 10 steps to creating a man cave your dad is sure to love.<\/span><\/p>\n

1.<\/span> Choose the right space – Map out the perfect space for your man cave, like a spare bedroom, garage, or basement room. <\/span><\/p>\n

2.<\/span> Find the perfect seating – Dad will need a comfortable place to sit, and a throne from which to fulfill his man cave duties. A love seat is a great seating option for any man cave, with plenty of space for dad to stretch out and relax. Just cover an old love seat with a manly slipcover, add a few beanbag chairs for the visitors, and welcome dad to kick back in his new space. <\/span><\/p>\n

3.<\/span> Add some tables and gaming consoles – The modern man cave can double as a gaming haven, so add a space for a great gaming console. Also add a couple of tables to give dad a place to sit his beer. Add some green felt to the top of the table for an instant card table, or transform an old bookcase into a home for the gaming console. You can also use a row of storage cubes for the same purpose. <\/span><\/p>\n

4.<\/span> DIY Dartboard – Darts will be a popular pastime in dad’s man cave, so make your own DIY dartboard. Just collect the corks from your old wine bottles, or ask the owner of a local bar to save some for you. Glue those corks to a 3×3 foot board and you now have the makings of a great DIY dartboard. <\/span><\/p>\n

5.<\/span> Bar tops for free – You do not have to spend a fortune, or anything at all, to give your man cave a barroom feel. Just collect unwanted pallets from local stores to create a bar, then glue some old pennies to the plywood and seal the bar top with epoxy. <\/span><\/p>\n

6.<\/span> Add some entertainment – It would not be a proper man cave without entertainment, so add a big-screen TV, a stereo with surround sound, and other entertaining options. Consider the size of the area you have to work with when choosing your TV – a projection TV can give you a big picture without taking up a lot of space. You will also need a fridge for your favorite brew; a mini-fridge is a great space-saving option. If you think your dad will entertain guests in his man cave, you could even add a kegerator as well. <\/span><\/p>\n

7.<\/span> Work it out – If your man cave is big enough, you can add some exercise equipment. Stair climbers, stationary bicycles, and treadmills are all great man cave choices. <\/span><\/p>\n

8.<\/span> Choose the perfect décor – Sports décor is perfect for any man cave, especially if your dad is a big sports fan. You can also outfit the man cave with movie posters and other memorabilia; posters from manly films like, The Godfather and Scarface. Neon signs featuring beer and liquor brands are also perfect for any man cave. <\/span><\/p>\n

9.<\/span> Seek out some cool ideas – You do not have to rely on your own imagination to build the perfect man cave – not when you have the Internet at your disposal. Pinterest is home to some great man cave ideas, including wonderful lighting options using lamps and lighting fixtures. <\/span><\/p>\n

10. <\/span>Show off – The man cave is the perfect place for your dad to show off his past accomplishments, so place his trophies, plaques and other awards front and center. Line the walls with those old plagues, display those trophies on the bookcases and windowsills and create a showplace your dad can be proud of. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n

A great man cave can be a welcome refuge from the cares of the day, and a perfect spot for entertaining and watching the big game. Whether your dad is 30, 80 or anywhere in between, he is sure to love the man cave you create.<\/span><\/p>\n

Happy Father’s Day Dads! <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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