The Man Cave

The man cave. It is coveted for its ability to throw social conventions out of the window and bring men back to a simpler time. A time when men always drank their brew from a mason jar and never had to say “pardon me.” A time when men spit and scratched where they wanted, when they wanted (Ok, maybe not WHENEVER they wanted). A place where men could be men. Although every man has dreamed of having his own man cave, few men have had the courage to pull it off, often because they simply have no idea where to begin. So, if you’ve ever thought your man cave dream is unattainable, I’m here to tell you that with a little bit of will, creativity, and the help of Furnish 123, turning your dream into a reality is easier than you think!

Claim your domain. Set aside an area that is ALL yours. That means you have unlimited decision-making power in your space. Whether it’s a converted office, an air conditioned garage, or an extra bedroom, make it clear that this space is not to be tampered with. That means, yes, feet are welcome on the coffee table, and no, coasters are not a must.

Have a vision. Is this cave going to be your daily safe haven, where Sportscenter and the beverage in your hand are your only concerns? Or, is this going to be the Thursday night rendezvous point for your poker games? What is going to get more use? A poker table or a foosball table? Do you need a couple of recliners, or a couch? All of these questions have to be answered before you can put your cave together.

Simplicity is key. Every piece of furniture/equipment in your cave should serve a purpose. Leave the fluff at the door. Only practical items should make it into your man cave. Corner pieces are nice, but mini-fridges are nicer.

Clear the clutter. There is no bigger uh-oh in man cave etiquette than misplacing the remote in mounds of ranch dressing and remnants of chicken wings. Keep your cave clean by avoiding clutter all together; don’t bring a bunch of junk into your cave.