From waterproofing to stair lights to adding a bathroom, here are 10 things you won't regret doing when finishing a basement.
Lake House basement family room. White slipcovered couches, denim jute rug, and navy pillows and accents give a coastal feel to this cozy room.
This modern ski cabin in New Hampshire is surrounded by wilderness, mountains, lakes, and astonishing views. Marcel's main wish for their ski cabin was to enjoy the scenery...
If you plan on using your basement as a livable space, then you’re likely going to want to make some important changes. Whether you’re using the basement as a rehearsal space as a musician or you want to put a bedroom down there, it’s a good idea to soundproof the ceiling. If you don’t take
Think of the last good scary movie you've seen, and more likely than not it included a scene staged in a creepy basement somewhere. What is it about basements that often brand them as ominous? Keep your basement from becoming the set for the next hit thriller by preventing the five horror stories outlined here:
An example of a painted basement ceiling (black) with photos. Why we chose this option, how we did it and if we would do it again.
I have two questions for you. First, are you lucky enough to have a lower level offering extra multi-functional living space? Second, are you making the most of it to impress buyers? Probably not, home experts say. If you’re not thoughtful about your basement layout and its uses, it won’t actually add much value to your property. Here are six common mistakes you may be making when it comes to making the most of basements, and what to do instead.
Need basement design ideas? We have loads of them featuring all kinds of rooms, colors, materials and layouts. Check out this epic basement design gallery for your basement reno project.
The owners of an extensive estate in Sardinia—a Mediterranean island off of mainland Italy—wanted to add a detached guest suite to their property and eyed
Want coffered ceilings that allow access to plumbing in the basement? Here's a tutorial to make your own DIY coffered-look ceilings with moveable panels!
Learn tips and tricks for framing basement walls with ease. Read more about our first time building walls to finish our basement.
Discover a variety of finished basement ideas, layouts and decor to inspire your basement remodel.
Wrong insulation choice is the main reason finished basements ruin indoor air quality in thousands of home everywhere. Click to make things different for you.
Great tips for planning and designing a basement renovation, especially if adding a bathroom. Consider what can be worked around, and what must go.
Check out 44 basement ceiling ideas including exposed basement ceilings, plank basement ceilings, wood beam basement ceilings, and more!
When we first saw this cute little Ranch Home we knew we could transform it into something that checked all the boxes for a potential home buyer, while still keeping it one level. Like most mid-ce…
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Is Your Basement a Beast? How to Make It Less Creepy and More Cheery - For many homeowners, the basement is a dusty, creepy, unfinished area of the home that is…
If you’ve dealt with practical matters much, you know there can be a big difference between theory and practice. The theory of a finished basement, for
