Has your home become too small? Maybe your family is growing, you’d like to have a rec room, or you’re thinking about building your own home gym. You could spend a lot of money and add a new room to the house, or you could turn your garage into living space. However, the best space to use may be sitting unoccupied right underneath you. Basement remodeling can be very rewarding and here are some tips to help you get the most from your project.
What about the Future?
Before you make any changes, consider the future. For example, if you plan to use the room for a specific purpose, what happens in a few years? Try to be flexible with your basement remodeling plans so you won’t have to do a lot of work and spend too much money when your needs change.
Space Utilization
Walk through the entire area and look for places where you can add storage. Some basements have places that are perfect for built-in shelves, small closets, or entertainment centers. Use your imagination and try to figure out ways you can make the best use of your space. This will give you a more efficient room, and you may have more space for other things.
Headroom
Most basements don’t have much headroom, to begin with, so don’t be too quick to install suspended ceilings. No one wants to stoop when they walk through the room, and a suspended ceiling can make the area feel cramped and uncomfortable.
Open stairways
A stairwell that’s open blends the upstairs with the downstairs. It can turn your basement remodeling project into a lovely two-story home.
Carpeting
If you use carpet, make sure there is no way it can get wet. Go with high-quality carpeting, and you may need to put in a floating floor first. This will help to keep moisture away.
