A fresh coat of paint can totally transform your basement walls, whether the space is being used as a play zone, home office, or family room. How do you choose the best colors? We’ve crafted this guide to paint color ideas to help you turn your space into a stylish, cozy retreat. Before you start, […]
One of the difficulties with basement spaces is their tendency to attract unwanted guests. The often cooler temperatures, easy access, dark corners, and humidity and dampness offers an open invitation to all sorts of bugs and vermin. Fortunately, there are preventative measures you can take to avoid these messy and inconvenient basement infestations. When it […]
Depending on where you live in the country, you may experience wetter seasons, especially during the colder months of the year. Subterranean basements can easily become chilled once cooler, wetter weather arrives. As you begin to look forward to Halloween and the upcoming holiday season, check out these tips for basement winterizing to prevent dampness […]
Key Takeaways Finished basements are no longer cold, dark storage areas, they’re an opportunity to add stylish, functional living space to your home. Whether you want a relaxing retreat, an entertainment hub, or a chic office, these modern basement ideas can help you redesign your basement with clean lines, contemporary finishes, and elevated comfort. Basements […]
What do you do if your basement ceiling is too low? Although the height of the basement can’t be increased without compromising the foundation of the house itself, you can decorate the ceiling in a way that creates a greater sense of spaciousness. If you have a low-ceiling basement, here are ideas you can use […]
Have you identified a nasty musty smell in your basement? There could be a presence of mold and mildew which can cause serious health issues. In this article, you’ll learn what causes these unpleasant smells and the solutions for permanent odor removal. Where mold and mildew comes from Basements are usually moist and dark, a […]
Homeowners are always looking for ways to maximize square footage in their homes. One way to do that is by remodeling their basement, which gives about 70% of return in investment. But before anybody embarks on this expensive project, here are common mistakes homeowners make when remodeling a basement and what they can do to […]
With working from home becoming the new norm, there’s never been a better time to transform the basement into a home office. Everyone needs a special place in their house for work; a place that can inspire them to get things done. Though expensive, and time-consuming, turning a basement into a personal workspace adds livable […]
For a growing family, a basement may be the perfect space to add a kids playroom. A basement offers ample square footage for furniture, kids toys, stuffed animals, and art supplies, ideal space for a basement playroom. And relocating a playroom to the basement means it won’t be the first room a guest sees when […]
It’s officially summer, which often brings heavy afternoon showers and higher humidity. Basements are prone to flooding. And extra water and basement humidity levels lead to mold growth and other issues in your space. Below are a few tips and suggestions for staying on top of humidity this summer! Measure Humidity Levels and Determine the Cause […]