Basement walls

Learn tips and tricks for framing basement walls with ease. Read more about our first time building walls to finish our basement.

Yes, you can finally realize your dream of turning your basement into a cozy living space! Smart planning makes this job much more doable than you probably expe…

Finishing a basement rec room is a great way to boost living space in your home, but only if you get the details right. Click to learn the essential basics.

Expert advice for a warm, dry and inviting space

A poor framing job can bring a whole mess of problems, so we asked a professional framing carpenter how to best build basement walls.

by Robin Along the way, we have become experts in basement ceiling ideas. We're actually very proud of this. It's a great example of what we're all about: taking a problem and figuring out an

30+ things to think about when finishing your basement.. Some you probably have never thought of. PLUS a printable checklist to help you plan!

by Robin (with Steps by Ed) I knew a painted basement ceiling was the right solution for our basement pub and hobby room. It ticked a lot of kinda-boring practical boxes. (I share all the

Soundproofing: How to reduce noise from one floor to another or a room to another. Whether you live in a house, apartment or condo, noise from other floors can become a major problem. The solution is to Improve the soundproofing of your floors ,ceilings or walls. What Should you use? Insulation between the floor joist or wall studs. Resilient channels is also a key component.{not wood strapping} 5/8 Drywall at least one layer but 2 layers would help even more. Installing these components…

From waterproofing to stair lights to adding a bathroom, here are 10 things you won't regret doing when finishing a basement.