Incorporating Home Theater Systems into the Home

Incorporating home theater systems into an existing space can be tricky for many consumers. With technology constantly updating and design elements always changing, it can be difficult to purchase the right home theater for an existing room.

As the “LG Techorator,” Doug Wilson is helping consumers understand how to integrate design and technology in their homes. “Techorating” is the concept of combining technology and interior design so that a “techorated” room works together as one, unified space.

According to Doug, individuals often don’t take sound into consideration when upgrading a room with new technology. When consumers invest money in a home theater system, they should ensure they are getting a great sound experience.

Speaker Position

• Properly position speakers in relation to the absorptive and reflective surfaces in the room
  
• Place the speakers next to curtained windows or behind the couch to help reduce the amount of sound that bounces off empty walls
  

Adding Curtains

• Curtains and wall décor can help absorb the sound in a room, while also adding a burst of color and style to a room.
• Add curtains to provide a more robust sound and a larger sweet spot by reducing the amount of sound that bounces off empty walls and windows.
  
• Adding thicker curtains is also an inexpensive way to make the room feel like a movie theater.
  

Flooring

• Bare floors tend to reflect sound waves, dulling the sound so try using harmonizing area rugs to maximize the sound quality of your home theater system.
  
• To get the best sound quality in rooms with hardwood floors, try covering the floor with rugs or upholstered furniture to absorb the sound.
  
• Use harmonizing rugs instead of matching colors to visual interest to the room.
  

 For these and more techorating tips, check out all of Doug’s tips at www.lgusa.com/techorator.

Celebrity designer Doug Wilson, best known for TLC's "Moving Up" and "Trading Spaces" programs, is the LG techorator, the expert on integrating style and technology into today's lifestyles.