Man Caves Season 8 Episode 16 Train Cave

In the season 8 episode 16 of the show Man Caves, titled Train Cave, hosts Tony Siragusa and licensed contractor Jason Cameron visit a couple in Needham, Massachusetts who are looking to transform their unfinished basement into the ultimate train-themed man cave. The husband, Peter, is a huge train enthusiast and has an extensive collection of model trains and memorabilia. He dreams of having a space to display his collection and entertain his friends.

The hosts begin by surveying the space and discussing ideas for the design with Peter and his wife, Nancy. They come up with a plan to create a train station-inspired bar, complete with a custom-built train car booth and track-inspired countertops. The team also plans to incorporate a gaming area, a display case for Peter’s models, and a designated area for train sets.

The construction process begins with the installation of a new staircase leading down to the basement. The team then begins framing out the space, including a custom-built archway to separate the bar from the gaming area. The bar is constructed using reclaimed wood from an old train depot, giving it an authentic vintage feel. The countertops are designed to resemble train tracks and are made from concrete and reclaimed wood. The train car booth is also custom-built, complete with authentic train seats and an overhead luggage compartment.

The team faces some challenges along the way, including the installation of a large, 12-foot locomotive replica that Peter wants to display in the middle of the room. The team must carefully plan the layout of the space to ensure the locomotive can be safely installed without taking up too much room. They also have to work around a large support beam in the middle of the room, which requires some creative design solutions.

As construction progresses, the hosts and homeowners take some time to explore Peter’s vast collection of model trains and other train memorabilia. They learn about Peter’s love for trains and how he has been collecting for over 50 years. They also discover that Peter was a conductor for the commuter rail for many years before retiring.

The final reveal is an impressive train-themed man cave that exceeds Peter’s expectations. The train station-inspired bar is the centerpiece of the room, with the custom-built train car booth adding an authentic touch. The gaming area features a pool table and arcade games, while the train display case showcases Peter’s extensive collection. The large locomotive replica is prominently displayed in the middle of the room, surrounded by train tracks and vintage signage. The room is completed with train-themed decor, including train station clocks and vintage travel posters.

Peter and Nancy are thrilled with their new train-themed man cave, and the hosts are proud of their work. The Train Cave is a perfect example of how a man cave can be personalized to reflect a homeowner’s interests and passions, and the team hopes it will inspire other train enthusiasts to create their own train-themed spaces.