{"id":7642,"date":"2016-07-07T14:44:24","date_gmt":"2016-07-07T14:44:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/?p=7642"},"modified":"2018-02-15T11:52:09","modified_gmt":"2018-02-15T11:52:09","slug":"how-to-build-the-ultimate-football-man-cave-for-under-200","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/how-to-build-the-ultimate-football-man-cave-for-under-200\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Build The Ultimate Football Man Cave For Under \u00a3200"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- SEO Ultimate Plus (https:\/\/seoultimateplus.com) - Code Inserter module -->\n<script async>(function(s,u,m,o,j,v){j=u.createElement(m);v=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0];j.async=1;j.src=o;j.dataset.sumoSiteId='b68b392479b5981b8acf46565e9fe32a0734fc21a1f7c1e60121eaa6ca1a1c64';v.parentNode.insertBefore(j,v)})(window,document,'script','\/\/load.sumo.com\/');<\/script>\n<!-- \/SEO Ultimate Plus -->\n\n<p>It feels as though it only started the other day, but this year\u2019s Euro 2016 tournament in France is now drawing to a close. After whittling down 32 teams &#8211; with a few shocks, surprises and giant killings along the way &#8211; the two teams left standing will battle it out in Paris, with one being crowned the champions of Europe.<\/p>\n<p>Nearly 300 million people tuned in to the watch Spain take the prize at the last Euro tournament in Switzerland back in 2012, with this years figure looking to exceed that amount. So what better way to celebrate one of the world\u2019s greatest footballing tournaments than to watch it in style?<\/p>\n<p>Here, we give you the low-down on how to create The Ultimate Euro 2016 Man Cave, all for under 200 quid\u2026<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>1) The Projector &#8211; \u00a358.50<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7643\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"elephasprojector\" width=\"730\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_-260x186.jpg 260w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_-600x430.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_-100x72.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_-150x108.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_-200x143.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_-300x215.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_-450x323.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/7178OjSIZLL._SL1500_-900x645.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Back in the day, the thought of building your own home cinema system was something you believed was exclusively reserved for the people you\u2019d watch on an episode of MTVs Cribs. But now, even us mere peasants have switched out our humble TV sets for projector set-ups. Whilst searching the net, we came across <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/ELEPHAS-Color-Portable-Projector-Entertainment-EPR-60\/dp\/B00ZEIABLG\/ref=pd_rhf_dp_p_img_7?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=49TR1S004C0S80Y6DDMR\">this beautiful yet simple projection system by Elephas<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The portable LED system comes complete with HDMI\/USB\/AV, meaning you can hook it up to your laptop and stream the game online on either BBC iPlayer or ITV Hub. The projection size ranges from 49 to 130 inches, but there will be an effect on clarity and brightness the bigger the resolution.<\/p>\n<p>For only \u00a358.50, this piece of kit is a absolute bargain. Oh, and make sure you don\u2019t forget <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/REALMAX%C2%AE-Premium-Quality-supports-devices\/dp\/B017J8XR8M\/ref=sr_1_5?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1467891132&amp;sr=1-5&amp;keywords=hdmi\">your HDMI cables<\/a>, which you can get from as little as \u00a32.99.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>2) The Projector Stand &#8211; \u00a318.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h1><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7644\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"61yToemOJSL._SL1500_\" width=\"591\" height=\"591\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_-206x206.jpg 206w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_-450x450.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_-900x900.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61yToemOJSL._SL1500_-45x45.jpg 45w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 591px) 100vw, 591px\" \/><\/a><\/h1>\n<p>Great, so you\u2019ve purchased the projector but the next question: where will it go? I\u2019ve been trawling through Pinterest and Reddit to see if there are any makeshift ways to build a projector stand, but it seems that there are no temporary solutions (metal shelves were apparently a dangerous idea due to possible over heating of the projector).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/Pulse-PLS00318-Stand-Laptop-Projector\/dp\/B00785DJU8\/ref=pd_rhf_dp_p_img_7?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=C5G1VY6K644P794B3TEN\">This simple stand from Pulse<\/a> comes with a steel plate, which adjusts easily for the viewers desired height. It can also tilt and has cushioned sides, which prevent the projector from slipping out of place. It\u2019s definitely worth the \u00a318.99 price tag.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>3) The Projection Screen &#8211; \u00a317.99<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7646\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_.jpg\" alt=\"61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_\" width=\"694\" height=\"694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_-206x206.jpg 206w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_-450x450.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_-900x900.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/61AVdP7zzXL._SL1000_-45x45.jpg 45w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 694px) 100vw, 694px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>There was a bit of debate about how to build a projector screen as I presumed that you could just use a bed sheet. Oh how wrong I was.<\/p>\n<p>Bed sheets are a terrible idea, as they will just pass light straight through it, making the view extremely blurry (how will we get to see Ronaldo\u2019s amazing haircut in the clarity it deserves?!).<\/p>\n<p>Instead, why not grab yourself a roll of sticky back Velcro and pick yourself up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/Popamazing-Matte-Cinema-Projector-Screen\/dp\/B019MF31WW\/ref=pd_rhf_dp_p_img_7?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=3VPK36697BKMAZXX96C0\">Popamazing Matte White Cinema Screen<\/a> for only \u00a317.99. Simply apply 4 pieces of Velcro to each corner of the screen and then stick it to the wall. It\u2019s as easy as that\u2026 provided you\u2019ve aligned it correctly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>4) The Speakers &#8211; \u00a349.97<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7647\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280.jpg\" alt=\"u_10098280\" width=\"686\" height=\"609\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280-232x206.jpg 232w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280-507x450.jpg 507w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280-100x89.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280-150x133.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280-200x177.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280-300x266.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280-450x399.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280-600x532.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/u_10098280-900x798.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 686px) 100vw, 686px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Ok, so the video is sorted but what about the audio? Of course we all want to hear Clive Tyldsley\u2019s voice booming with excitement at the prospect of the final. Of course we want to watch Slaven Bilic jump around the studio with jubilation. And of course we want Glenn Hoddle to tell the worlds best players to \u2018put some swaz on it\u2019 like he did during the England game. Your best option would be to get a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.currys.co.uk\/gbuk\/tv-and-home-entertainment\/dvd-blu-ray-and-home-cinema\/home-cinema-systems-and-sound-bars\/jvc-th-wl311b-2-2-wireless-sound-bar-10098280-pdt.html\">JVC TH-WL Sound Bar for \u00a349.97<\/a>, which you can easily connect to your laptop via Bluetooth or AUX output.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>5) A<\/strong><strong>\u00a0Beer Tower &#8211; \u00a329.95<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/71N2hcaabbL._SL1500_.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7648\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/71N2hcaabbL._SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"71N2hcaabbL._SL1500_\" width=\"166\" height=\"626\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/71N2hcaabbL._SL1500_.jpg 398w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/71N2hcaabbL._SL1500_-55x206.jpg 55w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/71N2hcaabbL._SL1500_-119x450.jpg 119w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/71N2hcaabbL._SL1500_-100x377.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/71N2hcaabbL._SL1500_-150x565.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/71N2hcaabbL._SL1500_-200x754.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/71N2hcaabbL._SL1500_-300x1131.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 166px) 100vw, 166px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The projector is in place, the speakers are currently blasting out Ian Wright talking about &#8220;passion&#8221;, and all your missing now is a drink.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s nothing worse than having to trudge back and forth from the football watching arena (your <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/living-room\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/living_room;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.03f6tq;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Living_room\" >living room<\/a>) to the <a class=\"wl-entity-page-link\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/kitchen\/\" data-id=\"http:\/\/data.wordlift.io\/wl0502\/entity\/kitchen;http:\/\/rdf.freebase.com\/ns\/m.0d4wf;http:\/\/dbpedia.org\/resource\/Kitchen\" >kitchen<\/a> to pick up a beverage for you and your mates. What\u2019s worse is trying to work out the best time to make a move without missing a goal. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/Beer-Tower-Football-Stand-Dispenser\/dp\/B01CN7J8UK\/ref=sr_1_11?s=kitchen&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1467890860&amp;sr=1-11&amp;keywords=beer+dispenser\">Trendy Bartender\u2019s Beer Tower<\/a> is a must-have for every sports fan. Holding 3 litres of beer, it is the perfect tool to serve up a round without missing a single bit of the action.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Ultimate Football Man-Cave Total Cost = \u00a3175.40<\/strong><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It feels as though it only started the other day, but this year\u2019s Euro 2016 tournament in France is now drawing to a close. 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