Basement
The perfect family room or hobby space could be waiting in the subterranean level of your home. Check out these comfortable and stylish ideas for finishing your basement, and learn about the best surfaces and materials to use.
Design a basement staircase that fits your space and complements the style of your home.
"… make their way down to the basement . Stairs are a transitional … shift in materials suits the basement 's function as a wine cellar and entertaining area. Personalize … in the guest suite in this basement . The custom-crafted stair …"
Articles
Water in a basement can be caused by something as simple … When warm air comes in contact with cool basement walls and floors as well as plumbing … aluminum foil to different spots on the basement floor and walls, using duct tapes to secure …
… 1. Expect a payback. Finishing a basement can be a good investment. According … average return on investment for a basement project nationally is currently around 75 cents on the dollar. And a basement project is also likely to add new …
… always a good idea, though, to make your basement even more energy-efficient by wrapping … does a sufficient job of keeping the basement comfortable during the hottest summer … having difficulty keeping a walk-out basement cool in summer, consult a heating and …
Videos
Basement Renovation Advice from a Pro
Basement remodeling tips from an officer of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI).
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The craft closet is just one of the practical ideas you can steal from Stephen. Check out the other inspiring ideas in his dramatic basement makeover.
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Hard to believe this comfy cozy family room used to be a basement ! Stephen Saint-Onge reveals the results of a basement makeover.
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Slide Shows
… To make the most of space, a basement laundry room can double as valuable … for storing wine, such as this basement cellar . Aged boxes sit atop one another … design can be easily redone in your basement with some aged wood in various …
Renovating a basement to include a kitchen allows you to move entertaining downstairs … front cabinets is a good trick for brightening a windowless basement , too. Got a finished basement in need of an update? Try painting over the wood paneling …
… Painting is an easy way to infuse a basement bedroom with cozy character. Chocolate-brown walls wrap this walkout basement with inviting warmth. A sisal rug … admit plenty of natural light. In a basement with only an egress window, you …
Create a focal point wall in the basement by painting it a bold, warm color. This deep orange … orange and reflects light, eliminating any danger of basement gloom. In a basement hobby room or office, turn one wall into an oversize …
A renovation takes this basement from lowly to lovely. A single door … to open up the space, giving this basement family room an airy feel. Across … can find comfort and refuge in this basement thanks to an added guest suite just …
If your basement will serve primarily as a space for entertaining … sink with gooseneck faucet. If your basement will include a guest suite or a bedroom … is a must. Just because it's in the basement doesn't mean the bath can't be as …