Learn tips and tricks for framing basement walls with ease. Read more about our first time building walls to finish our basement.
One of the smartest moves you can make as a homeowner is to finish your basement, increasing your home's value and adding comfort and utility. You can transform your basement into a family room, home gym, sauna/spa, office, spare bedroom, sewing room, workshop, children's playroom... the possibilities are endless! So, what should the walls look […]
A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a professional framing carpenter how to best build basement walls.
Want to know the alternatives to drywall? In this complete guide, we'll give you the top 20 list plus so much more.
Carpenter Andy Engel demonstrates a reliable way to make a basement comfortable and dry by insulating from the inside using rigid foam.
How to finish a basement Some things you probably have never thought of! PLUS a printable checklist to help you plan!
Add rustic charm to your concrete basement walls with this easy to apply knockdown texture. Get the step-by-step directions, here.
Framing a basement wall against concrete or cinderblock is not as hard as you would think. See the process we took to finish a basement by insulating and framing the walls ourselves.
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting basement
Learn tips and tricks for framing basement walls with ease. Read more about our first time building walls to finish our basement.
I created a DIY finished basement ledge over the half concrete wall in our basement adding farmhouse style and functionality to an otherwise unusable space.
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting basement
A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a professional framing carpenter how to best build basement walls.
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting space
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting basement
Soundproofing:How to reduce noise from one floor to another or a room to another. Whether you live in a house, apartment or condo, noise from other floors can become a major problem. The solution is to Improve the soundproofing of your floors ,ceilings or walls.What Should you use?Insulation between the floor joist or wall studs.Resilient channels is also a key component.{not wood strapping}5/8 Drywall at least one layer but 2 layers would help even more.Installing these components correctly is
Framing a basement wall against concrete or cinderblock is not as hard as you would think. See the process we took to finish a basement by insulating and framing the walls ourselves.
Click here to see 18 examples of basement ideas to give your space a facelift. You don't have to spend a fortune! Read more now.
Unfinished basements generally offer an abundance of storage space and may even house heavy-duty appliances such as washers, dryers and deep freezers. However, they are also often rife with problems such as dirt, mildew and dampness.
A dry basement is one of the keys to keeping your house safe, healthy to live in, and visually appealing. Moisture in the basement can lead to the development of mold, fungi growth, wood rot, and other problems. Combined, these issues may compromise your home’s structural stability and ruin its visual appeal. So, waterproofing the […]
Framing a basement wall against concrete or cinderblock is not as hard as you would think. See the process we took to finish a basement by insulating and framing the walls ourselves.
Almost every basement I’ve seen has at least some cracks in floors and walls. Yours probably does, too. Most times these cracks are small and stable, and
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting space
Here's pur guide to painting basement walls in just five steps, how to check for water damage, and a list of everything you need for the project.
We started a major house renovation last fall. Part of that project allowed us to gain interior access to our old, original basement (our house was originally built in 1896!). Prior to the renovation, we
Yes you CAN have a beautiful basement! Check out these affordable DIY basement makeover projects to make your basement beautiful and functional. Included are ideas to make basement windows look bigger, make basement ceilings feel taller and look high end, wall treatments to add height and character, adding a bathroom without breaking concrete and so much more! One of these rooms was even featured in the Feb 2019 issue of BHG mag.
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting basement
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting basement
Try these basement ideas to make use of the extra space in your home.
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting space
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting basement
Gallery of the best wall paneling ideas including modern, white and wood paneling for the bedroom, dining room, hallway and living room.
Wondering how to get natural light into basements? We explore a number of ways to flood your basement with light!
Remodeling a basement? It’s a great space to relax or entertain and these 11 makeover ideas will inspire you no matter what you have in mind. Come peek!
Learn tips and tricks for framing basement walls with ease. Read more about our first time building walls to finish our basement.
Framing a basement wall against concrete or cinderblock is not as hard as you would think. See the process we took to finish a basement by insulating and framing the walls ourselves.
Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting basement
Finishing a basement DIY style? You can do this! Check out my post on how to frame basement walls and follow along with my DIY basement project with wine cellar.
Learn tips and tricks for framing basement walls with ease. Read more about our first time building walls to finish our basement.