Top 23 Home Theaters Projects

1. 1. Surround Sound Basics

   DIY experts demonstrate how to generate big, booming audio in a home theater.

2. 2. Home Theater In A Box Or High-End Separates?

   DIY experts compare the difference between an all-in-one home theater unit and separate components.

3. 3. How To Create Party Room Walls

   

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   These walls get a new paint color and a painted movie screen for the ultimate party atmosphere.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

4. 4. How to Install a Slate Wall

   

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   A slate wall provides great acoustics for a home theater. Learn how to install your own slate wall with these easy steps...

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $500 - $1,000

   Difficulty:

   Moderate to Hard

5. 5. Keeping Remote Controls Organized

   DIY experts show how to keep the clutter in a media room under control with these new home theater gadgets.

6. 6. How To Maximize The Sound In A Home Theater

   

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   Learn how to set up home theater speakers for maximum effectiveness.

   Time:

   Under Half Day

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

7. 7. Blog Cabin 2009: Luxuries and Home Technology Voting Choices

   See a detailed view of the luxury and home technology choices for DIY Network's Blog Cabin 2009.

8. 8. How To Make Barn-Door Style Blackout Shutters

   

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   Barn-door style wooden shutters block out external light to darken the home theater area.

   Time:

   Weekend

   Cost:

   $100 - $250

   Difficulty:

   Moderate

9. 9. How to Install Surround-Sound Speakers

   

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   With new surround-sound speakers, it’s easy to relive that special family vacation.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $500 - $1,000

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

10. 10. How to Install Acoustic Wall Panels

    

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    A home theater is greatly improved by focusing on the acoustics of the room. Adding wall paneling makes any sound system...

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $250 - $500

    Difficulty:

    Easy

11. 11. Ultimate Media Room Technology

    DIY Network uncovers 10 hot new innovations to give you the home entertainment experience you crave.

12. 12. How to Create a Media Room

    

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    Before setting up a media room, it’s important to do your homework.

    Time:

    Weekend

    Cost:

    --

    Difficulty:

    Moderate

13. 13. How to Make Theater Curtains

    

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    Use these step-by-step instructions to sew theater curtains that can help you conceal home theater equipment.

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

14. 14. The Perfect Home Theater

    A technology expert offers tips and tricks on how to create the perfect home theater.

15. 15. Enhancing A Home Theater Experience

    DIY experts explain how interior-design elements can improve a home theater experience.