Finally finished my man cave setup and it's perfect

6d ago·1 min read

Been working on converting the basement into a proper space for the last 6 months. Got a nice setup with a TV, comfortable couch, mini fridge, and some shelving for my gaming collection. My kids actually respect the space now and knock before coming down lol. Wife's happy because I'm down there instead of taking over the living room. Best money I've spent in a while.

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BBenNew Dad5d ago

Six months is dedication. My basement is still just storage and laundry, but now you've got me thinking about what I could actually do with that space. How much did the whole project run you?

MMark T.New Dad6d ago

Nice work getting it done! I've learned the hard way that having your own space to decompress makes you a better dad. You're gonna appreciate that sanctuary on rough days.

CCarl L.Regular6d ago

Six months of work paying off feels amazing, especially with three kids running around here. That basement sounds like exactly what you need to keep your sanity.

NNate H.Regular6d ago

Nothing fancy here either but I get it - having your own space makes all the difference when you're trying to be present for the family the rest of the time.

DDannyRegular6d ago

That's awesome! I've been thinking about doing something similar. What did you end up putting in there? TV, gaming setup, or more of a workshop vibe?