How to Turn Your Garage into the Man Cave of Your Dreams
For many homeowners, the idea of turning an area of the home into a “man cave” is a dream that they carry with them from the first day they move in. Unfortunately, many never bring this idea to life, as they get too bogged down in the planning phase to put anything into action. In this post, we have outlined a number of man cave ideas to help you take the first step toward finally making it happen. Don’t wait any longer!
A General Outline
The best way to get started with this kind of project is to think about the big picture. What do you want to do in your man cave? For some people, the ideal man cave is little more than a television, a comfy couch, and maybe a place to keep beverages cold. For others, an active environment is the goal, with amenities like a pool table, pinball machine, etc. Whatever your dream happens to be, outline it at this first stage before you get into the process of planning the smaller details.
Prep the Garage
Most likely, your garage is going to need a little bit of prep work before you can start installing the various components of your man cave. For instance, a waterproof floor would be a great start, as it will be more comfortable than a standard garage floor and will be durable enough to stand up to almost any use. Specialty contractors like Capital Deck & Stair can make easy work of a garage floor waterproofing project.
Think About Lighting
One of the key components in a garage man cave project is the lighting that you will use to brighten up the space. Since most garages don’t have a window, you can’t rely on natural light to do the job in this room. Of course, if you are using your man cave mostly to watch sports and movies, dim lighting might be perfectly appropriate. On the other hand, a space where games will be played needs plenty of light, so base your lighting plan on the activities you have planned for the man cave.
Make It Yours
A man cave with all of the latest and greatest toys and technology is still going to fall short of your dreams unless it is fitted with items that make it feel like home. Add as many personal touches as you can in the space, such as family pictures on the walls, old souvenirs, trophies, or anything else important to you.
Get Started with a Great Floor!
At Capital Deck & Stair, we can help you take an important step toward bringing your man cave dreams to life. By adding a durable, waterproof floor to the garage, you’ll have a perfect platform on which to build your man cave. To get started, or to learn more, please contact us today. Thank you for visiting!
Tips on Choosing the Best Garage Floor Surface
Extensive home renovations often overlook one key area: the garage. This is a considerable shame since the garage is an area unlike any other that serves purposes unlike any other. You probably are in there every day if you park your car in it. You might have a workbench set up against a wall, or use it to store extra belongings. If you are improving your home, you should make sure that garage renovations are on the list. In particular, you should consider how you want to resurface your garage floor.
If your garage is where you tinker with tools and machinery, you should consider using a multi-coat resinous system that is comprised of epoxy, polyurethane, and similar poly-coatings. You will usually see this type of flooring in industrial warehouses, a mechanic’s shop, and even in the back kitchen of restaurants. When done correctly, the coating can be tenfold times stronger than concrete. Keep in mind that refinishing this coating if it does crack or peel due to moisture, or perhaps even earthquake damage, it can be more difficult than other options.
Some people who want durability and ease of repair or replacement have begun using interlocking garage floor tiles. You can choose different designs and colors for interlocking tiles and installation may be completed in 24 hours or less in many cases. Once all the tiles are in place, they can be reinforced with a polyurethane coating; strengthening them in this way protects from stains and scuffs but does not stop them from being switched out easily. Interlocking tiles also have hollow undersides, allowing air to flow under them easily to dry out any moisture, which prevents mildew growth.
Does your garage serve not as a storage area for tools, boxes, and automobiles but more as a social hangout instead? You might want to think about porcelain tiles. Porcelain tiles can bring a unique, interesting look to your garage that you might not have thought possible. If you use a lightweight resin coat finish on them, they can still prove to be incredibly resilient to damage and weathering. Tiles do tend to be slippery than other garage flooring options, though, so clean up spills as soon as you see them.
If you are still not sure what garage floor type and surfacing is right for you, do not worry. Our Los Angeles garage floor installation experts at Capital Deck & Stair Waterproofing can give you a good idea during a free initial estimate of your project. You want your garage to look great and so do we, so let’s work together! Contact us today .
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