Finishing the basement could be a rewarding task. Most people consider basements as gloomy and dark places where discarded and less useful things are stored. What many do not realize is that it is just another room in the house.
Refinishing the basement could mean an added living space in your house. Because this task focuses on refinishing an interior room rather than doing things from scratch, this can save you on costs.
Here are tips that could help you in refinishing your basement.
Make sure you have proper flooring in your basement and ascertain that it is waterproof. Refrain from using organic materials such as wood. Tiles are better choices along with rubber mats placed over concrete. Do not use metal flooring because air moisture could cause the metal floor to corrode.
Try to use a basement dehumidifier to eradicate air moisture and collect it in a bucket. An efficient dehumidifier system could also serve as an air conditioner system with temperature regulators to keep the basement clean and fresh.
Back up pumping systems most especially if your home often experiences a lot of rain. Despite less rainfall, water pipes that burst could still cause flooding.
Consider installing a drop ceiling with acoustical tiles and grid to cut on costs and provide future access to the mechanical elements in your basement. You will be able to save money by doing it yourself.
Make use of sprays of adhesive waterproof covers for beams, walls, supporting posts and ceiling in the basement. Air moisture could damage many things. Inefficient rain gutter systems and leaky plumbing causes water to seep down into the lowest levels in your home, thus it is of vital importance to waterproof your basement to keep the foundations intact.
Provide good ventilation systems in your basement that allows fresh air in and to keep the room from becoming stuffy. You can use either air vents leading upstairs or an air conditioner in the basement itself.
Thermal insulation such as wall panels and ceiling keeps the area comfortable and warm despite the season. It keeps your basement from getting affected by changes in the atmospheric temperature.
Check the present mechanical configuration of your home and plan the layout carefully. For instance, placing a bathroom under a main floor bath lets you tie the water supply lines and eliminating the need to purchase new pipes.
Avoid using thick carpets since this could be primary breeding grounds for mold and mildew. Keep furniture comfortable while avoiding using organic materials such as leather-bound sofas. When choosing stuff for your basement, always remember that if it can be damaged by dampness or mold then better forget about it.
After you have determined what you are going to do, you can draw a comprehensive plan on the basement and do not forget to include doors, windows and any obstructions such as the support posts, plumbing stacks and ductwork.
Depending on the local building codes in your area, you would probably need a building permit to do a refinishing job on your basement.
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