Bar stools
Good for: Seating at a bar or high-top table.
Check before you buy: Measure first. Bar height (about a 28 to 30 inch seat) and counter height (about a 24 to 26 inch seat) are not the same.
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Man Cave Bar Setup & Decor
The games bring people in, and the bar keeps them there. A few stools, a cold drink within reach and some warm lighting do more for a room than any one expensive piece.
Start with the practical things, like seating and a fridge. Add the fun pieces, like a neon sign, decanters and wall decor, as you go.
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Neon bar sign (LED neon)
Good for: That pub glow without glass tubes.
Check before you buy: LED neon runs cooler and uses less power. Check the size and the plug or adapter.
See options on Amazon →Kegerator
Good for: Draft beer at home.
Check before you buy: Check which keg sizes it fits and which coupler it ships with. Most US domestic beers use a D-system Sankey coupler.
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Good for: Cans and bottles kept cold and out of the kitchen fridge.
Check before you buy: Built-in units need front venting. Freestanding units need space around them.
See options on Amazon →Whiskey decanter set
Good for: A good-looking way to serve a favorite bottle.
Check before you buy: Look for lead-free crystal or glass, and a stopper that seals well.
See options on Amazon →Rocks / whiskey glasses
Good for: Everyday bar glassware with some weight to it.
Check before you buy: Heavier bases feel better and tip over less.
See options on Amazon →Pint glasses
Good for: Beer from the tap or the can.
Check before you buy: Check if they're dishwasher safe.
See options on Amazon →Pub-style wall decor
Good for: Finishing the walls around the board and the bar.
Check before you buy: Metal tin signs are light and easy to hang. Framed prints look more finished.
See options on Amazon →Dart-themed decor
Good for: Tying the room to the dartboard.
Check before you buy: Keep wall decor away from where missed darts land.
See options on Amazon →What to look for
- Light it warm Warm white (2700K) bulbs and a neon accent make a room feel like a pub. Keep bright, even light on the dartboard itself.
- Power and ventilation Fridges and kegerators need an outlet and air around them. Plan for both before you build a bar.
- Drinks and darts Keep drinks off the throw line, and never throw steel-tip darts with anyone near the board.
Related guides
How to Set Up a DartboardRegulation dartboard height (5 ft 8 in to the bullseye) and throw distances for steel-tip (7 ft 9.25 in) and soft-tip (8 ft) darts, plus wall protection and lighting.
Building a Game RoomHow to plan a game room around darts, pool, foosball and a bar, with rough space clearances and a sensible buying order.