by Benjamin Screen
Outdoor theaters are much easier to build than they sound and can be scaled to suit your budget; from simple projector/sheet combos to full-blown outdoor theaters, complete with speakers and a big screen.
With the help of this article, you will learn how to create an outdoor cinema, and all you have to do is choose your favourite film.
Choose the Right Location
You should choose a dry and sheltered area for your outdoor cinema, whether it’s in the garden, on the balcony, or the roof terrace.
Consider using fairy lights to decorate the space, but make sure to turn any lighting off before you begin the movie, so it doesn’t interfere with the picture. It is also advisable to pitch up far away from street lights or bright indoor lights that can reflect off the screen.
It is ideal to set up near a wall or fence, just make sure there is enough space in front for sitting. Having a power outlet nearby is also a good idea.
Consider Investing in Comfortable Seating
One of the most important aspects of any cinema is seating, or better yet, comfortable seating. Given that movies last for a couple of hours, and especially if you are doing a movie marathon, you want to be seated comfortably, and you will want to have enough chairs for all your friends and family when you gather to watch a movie outside.
That is why for the ultimate outdoor cinema you need the most comfortable outdoor chairs like those you can find at VidaXL. Also, outdoor chairs will serve their purpose besides creating seating for an outdoor cinema, as you can also use them in your garden or balcony to relax on nice days.
Invest in a Projector
Projectors used to be extremely expensive and could only be used when there was a blackout, which was difficult in a living room, let alone a garden.
Recently, newer models have become brighter and cheaper, making them usable even with lights on. Moreover, they are quieter and smaller, so any dramatic moments will not be ruined by an irritating whirr.
You’ll find that each projector has a lumen measurement when you buy one for your outdoor cinema. A higher lumen count makes the projected image easier to see in bright light. The ideal amount of light for a movie-theatre experience in the garden after dark is at least 3000 lumens.
Make Your Own Cinema Screen
The simplest and cheapest way to do this is to string a white sheet between two trees or peg it to your washing line. The bottom may need to be weighed down so that it does not move about when the wind blows.
In addition, you could make your screen by sewing blackout lining together, which you can buy by the meter. Hang the wooden piece over a row of nails on a wall or garden fence after nailing lengths of timber to the bottom and top.
Final Touches
If you’re looking to create the ultimate outdoor entertainment space, consider adding a home outdoor bar like the ones featured on RTA Outdoor Living’s website, and pair it with an outdoor cinema for the perfect movie night under the stars.
As soon as you have all the necessities in place, you can embellish your garden with lanterns or fairy lights if you want a more rustic look. Modern solar lighting adds a warm glow to flowerbeds or garden paths, while saving you money at the same time.
Pack a picnic, or if you want to make it a real evening, fire up the barbecue! Keep everyone hydrated and fed by setting out snacks and drinks nearby, so that they don’t need to get up too often.
You’re sure to enjoy your very own home theater whether you’re watching a rom-com, your favourite action movie, or braving the latest horror film.
