Home cinema installation in Surrey
Home cinemas have become more popular in recent years, in part because the cost and availability of audio-visual solutions has improved, but also because home-based activities are gaining favour thanks to their convenience. In addition, many Surrey homeowners are also choosing to renovate rather than buy a new home, and what better way to bring entertainment and socialising to you than with your very own cinema room?
Here, our home cinema experts in Surrey explain why choosing professional services will guarantee you a state-of-the-art experience.
Expertise and experience
While it can be tempting to embark on a DIY home cinema project, there are lots of aspects to consider. From the correct position and calibration of audio-visual equipment to hiding wiring and installing motorised elements, creating an immersive space with a sleek finish is challenging without the experience and expertise of a professional.
Choosing a home cinema installer in Surrey means you have instant access to specialised knowledge of home cinema technologies and what will work best for your room. With so many products on the market it can be easy to become overwhelmed by the choice, but with an expert to guide you, selecting the right technology is easier.
A Surrey-based professional also has a unique knowledge of the area that makes finding solutions to problems easier. Our Surrey home cinema experts have worked in homes of various sizes and layouts, and understand the dimensional and acoustic challenges that properties in the region present. We also have established relationships with suppliers, enabling us to offer flexibility in terms of budgets and timeframes.
Customised design solutions
Understanding your entertainment needs and what you require from your design is key to achieving the best possible results. A professional can help you optimise the cinema room layout to suit your home’s architecture, assess the best position for seating and equipment, and ensure the design aligns with the decor and style of your Surrey home.
Whether you’re looking for a vintage style picture house vibe or a slick, modern room with the latest technology and smart automation functions, an expert can offer guidance and recommendations.
When it comes to layout, careful consideration must be given to viewing angles, the seating distance from the screen and the placement of speakers. Achieving this yourself involves time and effort to learn and calculate precise positions. An expert, however, can deliver an optimal setup relatively quickly due to their experience. From smaller home cinema rooms to those with six or more seats, they can ensure the layout of the space meets both your needs and the high standards you expect.
Interior design integration
The last thing you want is for your home cinema setup in Surrey to include unsightly wires and exposed equipment. Part of a professional’s job is to achieve the aesthetic you’re looking for, with seamless finishes and attention paid to the proper housing of equipment. For example, while you will likely require audio-visual equipment to be hidden, it should always be adequately ventilated to ensure performance and longevity. A professional home cinema installer will incorporate any necessary active cooling systems or ventilated mounts to keep temperatures down.
A range of wiring solutions can be employed to keep the aesthetics of the room sleek and uncluttered, while paint colours and materials should complement the theme of the space and the character of your Surrey property. Material selection is also important for acoustics, with fabrics offering the best sound absorption qualities.
Should you wish for a minimalist aesthetic, hidden speakers can even be installed. Brands such as Artcoustic offer solutions that are colour-matched to your decor or can be hidden behind artwork, delivering uncompromising sound quality while retaining a clean design.
Technical implementation
Equipment selection and installation
Home cinemas are about creating a luxurious and immersive experience. With that in mind, many people want to invest in premium equipment that will deliver a state-of-the-art audio-visual experience and last for years to come. As home cinema experts in Surrey, we have access to premium brands that are not available through retail channels, bringing you the best possible technology for your specific setup. We are also able to offer preferential prices thanks to the relationships that we have fostered with vendors.
All the products and services we recommend will be compatible with one another, giving you a seamless experience no matter how many devices you wish to integrate. We can also offer future-proof solutions, enabling you to upscale your systems or upgrade your technology as necessary.
When it comes to the installation of your equipment, precision is key. From mounting the projector and screen to positioning seating and placing speakers, a professional will ensure complete accuracy for the optimal cinematic experience. Part of this involves the comprehensive calibration and testing of audio-visual systems to deliver accurate colour reproduction on your images and flawless sound reproduction from your speakers.
Advanced acoustic treatments
Simply installing high-quality speakers in optimum positions is not enough to guarantee a clear, crisp soundscape. Acoustic treatments are a vital part of your setup, absorbing sound and preventing unwanted echoes and reverberations.
While it’s possible to install acoustic treatments yourself, choosing the right materials, positioning and isolation treatments requires consideration and guidance. Leaving this aspect of your Surrey home cinema to the experts will save time and cost, since there will be no need for trial and error and you won’t end up making any unnecessary purchases.
Professional home cinema installers in Surrey will carry out an acoustic analysis of your home’s specific environment and determine the necessary materials for optimal sound absorption. From diffusers to bass traps, an expert will ensure audio reflections are minimised and low frequency notes are captured and dispersed, delivering a clear and nuanced soundscape.
Another aspect of acoustic treatment is the prevention of noise leakage. Minimising the amount of sound escaping your home cinema will ensure those in other rooms aren’t disturbed, while blocking external noise will reduce distractions from outside. An expert can select the best materials for these purposes, helping to create a fully immersive environment.
Smart home integration
If you have a smart automation system in your home, you may wish to add the functions of your cinema room to it. Without the help of a professional this can be a complex task or result in yet more apps for you to manage via your devices. Smart automation is, after all, about seamless integration and convenience, so with the help of a professional you can achieve fluid operation of your equipment through intuitive controls.
Depending on the level of automation you require, our home cinema experts in Surrey can give you control over your audio-visual systems, lighting, climate and security – not only in your cinema room but across your whole home – with the touch of a single button. You’ll be able to customise automation scenarios for an optimal viewing experience and control everything with a simple interface.
Ongoing support and maintenance
A home cinema has a multitude of elements, all of which must work in sync to deliver the experience you expect. By choosing a professional to carry out the installation, you have the peace of mind that, should something go wrong, someone local is on hand to help. Whether it’s routine system maintenance, software updates or troubleshooting, an expert can provide ongoing support.
If you choose to have your technology integrated into a smart automation system like Control4, you can also rest assured that you’re protected by the very latest security features and protocols.
Enhanced property value
The addition of a home cinema to your Surrey property can provide benefits beyond your immediate home entertainment needs. Should you decide to sell, a professionally designed and installed cinema room provides extra appeal to luxury buyers. Your property will stand out from others on the market, adding value to its price and giving you a unique selling point.
A professional installation comes with the necessary documentation for insurance and resale purposes. This provides proof to buyers that the work has been completed to a high standard and meets any relevant safety requirements.
Choose the home cinema experts in Surrey
At New Wave AV, we have been installing home cinemas in the South East for over 20 years. As a member of CEDIA and as a trusted partner of brands such as Control4, Lutron and Artcoustic, we deliver premium quality home cinema setups to clients across Surrey. Our designs are customised to your needs and our seamless installations ensure you enjoy a truly immersive cinematic experience with systems and layouts that are specially selected for your home.
If you’re looking for a home cinema in Surrey, get in touch with us today. We’ll be delighted to welcome you to our dedicated showroom in Windlesham, discuss your needs and provide a full demonstration of the products we have available.
