Adding a room that is now just a basement is a fantastic addition to your home and will add usability and value to your home. As with most remodeling projects, if you do a lot of planning and research, the job will be much less frustrating.
We will cover the basic outline which will allow you to fill in the details after the outline if it is finished. Start by making a decision for exactly what the room will be used for. Once you and other family members are clear about the purpose of the room, it’s time to lay out on paper the size and where all the accessories, such as electrical outlets and plumbing, will be placed.
How will the new remodeled room be heated and cooled? What type of walls will be installed? Will the windows and doors need updating? What type of soil will be used So let’s get started
Will the room be a playroom for the kids or will it be a room for adult gatherings with friends and family? It could also be an office or hobby center for mom. Or it could be a library. Lots of choices and decisions to make. It could be a place where family members can have some peace and quiet.
Will the entire heating and air conditioning system in the house be used? Or will you need to have your own independent heating and air conditioning? There are many options for heating, such as gas or propane heaters without a chimney. Of course, electric heaters have come a long way in recent years in terms of ease of use and efficiency. You may also consider wood burning or a pellet stove. One of the secondary benefits of heating your basement is that the heat flows upwards, which will keep the floor above you warmer.
Plumbing needs should be one of the first considerations, as water and drain lines need to be installed long before the walls are put up. Will you need a wet bar or need a kitchenette for entertaining? It is much more convenient to have a small refrigerator and a sink to wash glasses and dishes instead of carrying things up and down the stairs.
Will you be installing framing to mount drywall or wood paneling? Will it have textured walls or wallpaper? Always remember that humidity is usually much higher in the basement, so when you’re deciding on material for the walls, you’ll want to consider something that will withstand higher humidity and humidity.
Will it be more practical to have one rug or more than one type of indoor/outdoor rug? Also, tile of some kind would be low maintenance and would hold up much better to abuse along with moisture. A few rugs placed around it add warmth and coziness.
One thing is certain: this must be planned and thought through thoroughly. There is a lot of information available on the Internet. Also take a trip to the local library. When you find books you’d like to have around the house, look for cheap used books on the internet.