In today's economy where people are hurting for cash, it is essential to save as much money as possible. One of the best ways to save money and still have some fun is to create a Man Cave. If you are unfamiliar with the term, I can explain. In essence, it is a room, or area where a man can keep all of his favorite things and entertain his friends. Big screen TVs, sports memorabilia and game tables are a perfect fit for the Man Cave aesthetic. This is also an area where a man's friends can relax when they visit to socialize, or watch a sporting event.
If you think about it, a Man Cave might be expensive in terms of up front cost, but it could save you thousands in the long run. Consider that when you go out to the bar, you'll probably end up buying a few beers. For the sake of argument, let's say you have three beers at the bar. That'll run you (easily after tax and tip). If you invited your friends over instead, you could spend on a six pack of decent beer and even have some left overs for next time. This is just one example of how you can save you money in the long run.
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A Man Cave would not be complete without some form of entertainment. Some of the standard items that you should consider are a computer and television for watching sports games and highlights. Additionally, a home bar is always a nice touch. Other items that can be added to increase entertainment are dart boards and game tables. These items allow multiple people to enjoy different types of entertainment at the same time. Having all these other activities at the ready is really helpful if the game gets called and you and the guys are stuck with nothing to watch.
Although a Man Cave is ultimately designed for relaxing and entertaining friends, it must still be decorated properly. One of the best places to get the latest and greatest decor is at a sports fan shop. Typically, sports fan shops will have all kinds of different items that can be used to decorate a Man Cave. These types of shops typically have items that are more unique than those found at department stores.
If the proprietor of a Man Cave is a true sports fan, there is no excuse for not having sports memorabilia on the walls. There are many autograph shows that occur every year across the country. These shows are great ways to obtain inexpensive genuine autographed merchandise that will match the sports decor already established within a Man Cave. Similarly, there are some reputable sports retailers online where autographed memorabilia can often be purchased relatively inexpensively.
Sometimes when a game gets intense in a Man Cave, there may be a chance of damage and destruction. For this reason, it is very important to make sure that all valuable memorabilia is safely secured to either a shelf or the wall. This precaution will pay off eventually if your team wins a game in overtime and things get rowdy.
For the same reason, all Man Cave furniture should be purchased either used or at a scratch or dent section of your local furniture retailer. There is no sense in purchasing a thousand dollar sofa only to have beer stains all over the couch within a month. For local retail stores, January is usually the best time of year to find furniture at deep discounts. Craigslist.com and Freecycle.org are other resources that can prove to be invaluable to your search for used furniture.
Another item you should seriously consider putting in your Man Cave is a mini refrigerator. Again, you can usually find used mini fridges for a bargain on Craigslist and Freecycle. Additionally, if you live in a college town, you can find them listed in the local paper at the end of the semester. If a mini fridge is too much of an investment, you could always go with the low cost option of a good old cooler and some ice.
Following all these suggestions will lead to the creation of both an entertaining and inexpensive Man Cave. Remember, it is not necessary to purchase all of these items at once. Creating the perfect Man Cave is a process that may take up to two years to complete.
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