Top tips for basement recreation.

The basement can add as much of a third to the available space in the house but many people fail to take advantage of this; this is a real waste. With just a little bit of effort you will be able to turn that space that nobody uses into a fabulous basement recreation room. In the rest of this article I will look at some tips for turning this possibility into a reality.

Tip 1 - Make sure that you remove any dampness from your basement before beginning

If there is one thing that it likely to ruin your plans for having a useful basement recreation room then it is dampness. This can lead to all sorts of difficulties including developing mold and destroying any furniture you put down there. Your priority before beginning and basement project needs to be removing this dampness.

Tip 2 – Have a clear idea about what the final look you want for your basement recreation area

A common mistake that people make is to just rush into finishing their basement without enough knowing what they really want; this can mean that they end up with a real mess. Carefully plan what it is you want before beginning and you have more of a chance of getting your dream basement recreation area.

Tip 3 – Don’t leave your basement looking like a basement

Most basements have concrete walls and floors and don’t really feel like a living space. If you add some carpets and wood paneling it will give the area a far more homely feel and make it somewhere you want to be. Just make sure you have removed all dampness before installing wood paneling or carpet.

Tip 4 – Make as much use of natural lighting as possible

Basements tend to be dark places, but you can change all this by making good use of any sources of natural lighting. Depending on the type of basement you have you may be able to even install a door and large windows; although you will likely need professional help with this type of work.

Tip 5 – Make sure that your basement recreation area is going to be used

There is no point in going to al the effort of creating a basement recreation area if it is just going to be used to store junk again. Think of how you are going to make best use of your recreation area. Maybe you could install a bar down there or set up some gym equipment.

About the Author:

Charles Boday is a Certified Mold Inspector and Contractor, graduate from Certified Mold Inspector & Contractors Institute. He has worked with some of the countries top scientists seeking alternative poison-free mold remediation techniques. He has testified as an expert foundation witness and is the Author of the books, The Ultra Dry Basement.