10 Things To Buy A Man For His Mancave Who Wants Nothing

Written by Nikhil in Home Theater

10 Things to Buy a Man for His Mancave

Not all men are great at planning ahead; however, when it comes to a mancave, they usually have their dream space all figured out years in advance, including furnishings and theme. If there’s a man in your life—either a partner or your best friend—one of the best gifts you can give is something for his new mancave. 

Mancaves come in many different shapes and sizes, so the location of the cave may help determine what all you might need to buy the guy in your life; for example, some are outside, in a garage, or down a secret passageway in the house. Regardless, helping him outfit his cave will be a gesture that will never be forgotten. Keep scrolling to see some of the best gifts you can buy a man for his mancave. 

TV or Projector with Screen

As to be expected, a TV in any mancave is an absolute must. A TV can be the focal point for any respectable mancave, and can be used to enjoy all sorts of entertainment, from sporting events and movies to funny videos on YouTube. 

 

When picking out a TV for a mancave, don’t forget to consider these factors: 

  • What’s your budget? How much are you able and willing to spend on the TV? Nowadays, you can find great deals on large TVs, so you’re guaranteed to find a great TV at a reasonable price.
  • Where will it go in the man cave? Will it be on a smaller or larger wall? Will it be placed on top of a wide TV stand or on the wall? Knowing where the TV will likely go can help you determine what size it should be. 
  • Should a TV mount be included? TV stands and tables are nice but can tend to limit where people can watch it from. If the TV is mounted on a wall, people can get up, move around, and still see what’s happening because it’s a bit higher than everyone and is easily visible from across the room.
  • Would a projection screen be a better alternative? Suppose the mancave has ample space, and its owner will likely prefer bigger visuals. In that case, a projection screen might be the best option, as they’re quite affordable even with the projector included.

Home Theater Seats

It’s not as silly as it sounds. In a mancave, you’ll want to kick back, put your feet up, and be able to have your drink, snack, and remote all within arm’s reach. If you want to take a nap in your chair, then being able to lean back and get a bit more horizontal is a big plus as well. 

Unfortunately, a quality recliner for a mancave isn’t the most cost-effective, although it’s definitely worth the investment. However, one of the best-reviewed mancave recliners on the market, the Faux Leather Recliner, has everything you need and is a reasonable $399. Some of its features include:

  • Leather with plush padding
  • 2 built-in cup holders
  • 4 storage pockets 
  • Reclining feature
  • 360-degree swivel
  • Full-body heat and vibration relaxation feature

 

With a chair like this, you can have so much at your disposal and can even get a massage with a beverage after a long day. 

Additional Seating

Yes, men have to have their special chairs, but they also want to make sure their friends and guests are comfortable too. This is where a couch and a second chair, perhaps with an ottoman, would come in handy. The additional seating provides comfort and can seat a larger audience.

Recliner and Ottoman

A couch that can seat an extra couple of people, and doesn’t take up that much space, is a great furnishing to a mancave host. 

The Emma + Oliver Recliner is a contemporary style leather chair with an ottoman to allow guests to put their feet up. There are always more basic options available, but if it were me and I wanted to enjoy some plush leather, I would feel my guests should too!

Couch

With the tendency to host multiple guests at a time, it’s not a bad idea to have a decent couch in the mancave as well. You’ll want everyone to be able to sit comfortably and not feel on top of one another. 

The Faux Leather Folding Futon provides a modern look and provides ultimate comfort with armrests and built-in cup holders for beverages.

 

Refrigerator

A refrigerator is another necessity to any successful mancave. The bar can hold many supplies, but a refrigerator can provide the ice and keep anything from fun snacks to drinks in proper condition. 

Just because college is over, doesn’t mean that the mini-fridge has to go out of style. If you end up splurging on many other items for the mancave, saving on space and funds with a top-notch mini fridge is the perfect solution.

Euhomy makes a fantastic mini-fridge with a separate freezer on the top and enough room to fit snacks, leftover wings from the game, and plenty of libations to hold everyone over. Having the freezer is a must, so there can always be a steady ice supply (even if you have to fill the ice trays).

Digital Ice Maker

If the guy in your life already owns a capable mini-fridge but is still in need of a freezer component, you’ll want to buy one that fits nicely, doesn’t take up much space, and is still pleasing to the eye. You don’t want him to have to walk through the house or up and down stairs every time they need a little more ice. 

Nutrichef actually makes a digital ice maker that is portable and made of stainless steel. It has all the necessary features to accompany a brand new mancave:

  • Quick and quiet: With the Nutrichef, it will make ice in less than 10 minutes and will do so without interrupting conversation or a sporting event on the TV.
  • Makes lots of ice: This little guy can make up to 33 pounds of ice in a day. That makes it perfect for parties!
  • Easy to clean: A lot of guys I know aren’t big on—or really that great at—doing dishes. The Nutrichef is perfect because the stainless steel makes it easy to clean.

Being able to host a handful of friends at a time comfortably is part of providing people with the ultimate mancave experience. Outfitting a personal space with adequate seating can help promote not only a relaxing environment but a sense of community and friendship in a new mancave. 

Movie Posters

Posters are a safe gift for any mancave because they’re fairly cost-effective and help show off his favorite hobbies and interests. With a halfway decent frame around it, posters can add a fun ambiance and fill some wall space without too much effort. 

Posters of a man’s favorite movie(s) are a fun visual to see the characters he enjoys, types of storylines that interest him, and make for great conversation starters.

Bar Stools

Even though it’s fun to stand around the bar, as guys like to do, it’s not a bad option to be able to sit while halftime comes on the TV. Personally, I’m not as worried about going all out on the bar stools as I would for the other seating because I still want it to feel like a traditional bar.

Finding a well-made barstool built for function while staying affordable is a big win and acts as a great addition to the mancave. Having a few extra chairs can also be beneficial if you end up hosting a larger group of friends for a big game night or sporting event. Bar stools also bring a fun vibe and atmosphere to the mancave, making it feel like the local go-to spot for drinks.

Pool Table

Now, I might be a bit biased here, but I think that billiards and games are critical in a mancave. It helps provide a fun environment where people can just mingle or get a little competition going if the mood strikes them. There’s a unique element of class and bar fun!

Billiards games, pool tables, in particular, can get expensive pretty quickly, but you don’t need to buy the most lavish pool table to have some buddies over. The Barrington 7.4’ Pool Table is a traditional size pool table that comes with everything you need for a basic setup:

  • Table brush
  • Drop pockets
  • Pool balls
  • Pool cues
  • Chalk
  • Ball rack

Dart Board

Darts have become increasingly popular, and it seems that not only bars, but many peoples’ homes have a dartboard. It’s a fun and easy way to entertain, but it can also bring the competitive side out of people. 

The EastPoint Dart Board and Cabinet Set is a beautiful cabinet that hangs on the wall, holds the darts, and has built-in scoreboards. This is a convenient all-in-one dartboard and perfect for any mancave. 

Sound System

A great mancave will have a surround sound system that offers the clearest and well-rounded sound possible. While a fantastic standalone TV is awesome, a supporting sound system to go with it is even better. 

There are two ways you can set up a sound system: with a comprehensive home theater system or connected soundbars. 

Home Theater Systems

With a bigger mancave, a home theater system is the ideal way to go. They’re a bit pricier, but it will have a sound so pristine it’ll make you feel like you’re actually at a sporting event or concert!

 

  • The Enclave Audio CineHome Theater System is a high-quality Bluetooth surround sound system with fantastic reviews and a reasonable price of $870. 
  • If you’re on a budget and want to save your money to upgrade another part of a mancave, consider the Klipsch Reference Theater Pack. It’s under half the price of the Enclave and comes with multiple pieces that can be set up throughout the mancave without the hassle of wires. 

Sound Bars 

Say the space of the mancave isn’t as large and might not warrant a full home theater system. That’s totally fine, as soundbars are a fantastic alternative that can still fulfill the need of having a high-quality sound system while looking good at the same time.

The nice thing about soundbars is that they are made to still suit all your needs, pack a punch, but not take up as much space or put as big a dent in your wallet. 

The Samsung Bluetooth Smart Sound Bar is a fantastic piece of equipment that will look and sound great in the mancave. With hundreds of great reviews, the Samsung soundbar is wireless, has a built-in subwoofer for enhanced sound quality, and has a smart sound mode feature that takes the content being played through it and optimizes the sound for the best experience possible. 

It is also priced at just under $200, providing a real bang for the buck. 

Bar and Bar Stools

As to be expected, bars aren’t the most inexpensive, but they are necessary for a mancave. With a game on the TV, gathering around the bar is a great way to continue enjoying one another’s company with some of your favorite adult beverages. 

Bar

The Coaster CO Bar Unit is capable of holding all the necessary drink options as well as providing adequate sitting and standing room around the bar. Being the man behind the bar is an honor, especially when hosting friends in a mancave. It’s fun to host and play bartender to some of your best friends in your new favorite place.

Memorabilia of Hobbies and Interests

When shopping for a mancave, it is important to know the owner’s favorite hobbies and interests to help build the theme around his favorite things. These things are forms of escape when he needs some time to himself and just relax.

Powered Vehicles

Many guys are into their powered vehicles. Maybe it’s motorcycles, cars, boats, or simply anything with wheels and a motor. There are well-crafted mantelpieces that add a classy and unique touch to a room, accentuating your host’s favorite activities and pastimes. 

These pieces can also get a man talking about maybe something that he did with a parent or best friend that has some type of sentimental value.

Sports Items

Probably one of the most common and best gifts to provide most men is sports memorabilia. There are so many different sports out there and various ways to give a man a piece of his favorite sports team. 

With all the gift options available, it’s just a matter of what he is into and what will fit best in his mancave:

Sports memorabilia always goes over well with a group of guy friends and helps just give the environment a touch of that masculine feel. It’s also fun to see what people enjoy collecting and if they’ve had the chance to acquire anything signed by a legendary player of their favorite sports team. 

Gag Gifts/Personal Gifts

Most of the guys I know like a fun and professional feel to their mancave, but I think gag gifts should also have a special spot in the cave. They act as great talking pieces to those unfamiliar with the meaning and can always provide a few laughs and a fun trip down memory lane.

For example, one of these gifts could be for the guy that always leaves half a beer sitting around. For them, a literal pint glass cut in half to drink out of would be a funny gift to add to his mancave.

Final Thoughts

I don’t know a single guy who hasn’t thought about his dream mancave at least a time or two. It’s not that he doesn’t enjoy spending time with a significant other or family if he has one or both, but it’s a nice little getaway. It can be just the right type of quiet after a long day to help calm down and recharge the batteries a bit.

When looking at things to buy a man for his mancave, it’s a good idea to know what he is into and what interests him. If you know he’s building a mancave, then things to help fill it will never be forgotten, and I guarantee you’ll be one of the very first invites once the masterpiece is finished.

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