Basement Lighting
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Sump Pump System Options
When you’re finishing your basement, don’t forget about your sump pump system. The right sump pump can mean the difference between a dry, comfortable basement and thousands of dollars in flood damage. What should you look for in a sump pump system, and which is right for you? Here’s a quick rundown.
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Finishing Your Basement – Upgrade Your Hot Water System
Upgrading your hot water system will save you money in two ways. One, your new system will be more energy-efficient. Today’s new hot water systems are designed to lower your energy use, which translates to lower bills.
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Smart Storage for Finished Basements
When you’re finishing a basement, one problem you may run into is a lack of storage space. You can solve that problem by incorporating smart storage solutions. Here are some affordable, practical ways to stash it all in your basement.
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When Drop Ceilings Make Sense for Basements
When you renovate your basement, you probably want to cover up the bulky, ugly wires and pipes in the ceiling. One answer is a dropped ceiling that covers the pipes. A dropped ceiling has become a popular choice for basements, but is it right for you?
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Updating Your Basement Laundry Room
Many new homes today are designed with laundry rooms on upstairs floors, but there are excellent reasons to keep a laundry room in its traditional spot in the basement.
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Adding a Full Bathroom to Your Basement
Including a Full Bathroom Adding a full bathroom to your basement expands its possibilities. You can design a full bathroom, separate living area or create a new guest bathroom. A downstairs bathroom is convenient for parties and for days when you’re enjoying your backyard. Another good reason to add one is to increase your property…
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Adding a Bar in the Basement
Do you want an elegant game room, the ultimate sports bar, or your own Tuscan wine cellar? Decorate your bar in your team’s colors, or make it a shrine to your favorite hobby. You can have the basement bar you’ve always wanted with the right choice of flooring, wall treatments, and other elements.
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Top 5 Reasons to Finish Your Basement
There are plenty of reasons that an unfinished basement shouldn’t remain unfinished! Whether you want to save money, increase value, or have more space for recreation – you won’t regret making this investment.
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Safe and Smart Basement Lighting
For many people, the basement is a forgotten room. If not unfinished, it is usually left very plain.
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Adding a Basement Guest Room
Are you thinking of adding a finished basement bedroom? Here’s what you need to know about permits, appraisals, building codes, and more.