Do you have a large unfinished basement you aren’t sure what to do with? Is it visually unappealing? Those exposed wooden beams and pipes … that cement floor …
You can clearly envision how you want it to look, but if you’re on a tight budget, it can be rather difficult to bring those visions to life. With these five easy inexpensive ideas to finish your basement, you’ll have it renovated and ready to use in no time.
You have probably watched some home renovation shows, such as “Good Bones,” “Flip or Flop,” “Fixer Upper,” and “Rehab Addict.” These TV shows are about fixing up damaged, old fixer-uppers and transforming them into beautiful homes for a living. After watching a lot of these series, you might be tempted into buying a fixer-upper house. Read more
So how can you get the most value out of your basement? The first big question you need to ask yourself is what do you and your family want to get out of it – what is its core purpose?
Perhaps an extra bedroom for a child, a play space for children, maybe an area for a pool table, a bar might be desired for hosting parties, or a man cave might be the goal to keep dad and his friends happy during football season. These are just a few ideas, there are numerous uses for unfinished basements – and often families don’t fully utilize the space to their advantage.
Basements tend to be underloved and underappreciated; often becoming nothing more than a large cupboard. But there’s so much potential in an underground space.
With winter just around the corner, it’s time to ensure all areas of your home are ready to withstand the cold. Your basement is often overlooked, but taking time to ensure that it’s prepared for a cold snap can save you from having to make expensive repairs in the future.
Learn how to save money on your next home renovation project by following these tips!
If you’re looking to sell your home, you’ll be amazed at the value that can be gained by doing interior or exterior renovations.
Learn how to properly remove a load-bearing wall in your home to open up your rooms for more space.
