Hello World! Welcome Friends! The basement of the house is often the last thing that people consider renovating. It’s under the house and built into the foundations, so of course it’s not going to be the first thing that you think of when you’re considering where in your home to renovate first. The basement often gets a bad rap as a cold place that’s filled with the drip of a steady faucet and some damp – but it doesn’t have to be.
The basement actually has a lot of potential, but considering how you can best use your basement is the first thing that you have to do before you do anything else. The basement window replacement company can redo your windows for you, and you can call in a contractor to fix up the flooring and the walls, too. You do, however, need to choose what your basement will be used for before you call in any contractors, as they will be able to help you to plan it out properly. Below, we’ve got nine solid suggestions for how you can choose to use your basement.
1. A Storage Area
There are so many options for a basement but a properly built storage area is the smartest thing that you can have for your basement – especially if you are working from home or you have a busy house to run. A storage area that’s been properly organized with shelving units, storage boxes and bags and more will help you to maximize the size of the basement as well as its capabilities. Installing sturdy shelving will be a safe way to manage your basement storage area, and you can give the entire thing a makeover with the right waterproofing and sealant to ensure that it stays dry!
2. A Brand New Laundry Area
Have you ever had a proper laundry space? Well, you’ll find it much easier to do that when you have a basement to renovate. You can remodel the basement as a bright space where you do your laundry and store all of the appliances. Building up some shelving for linens and towels, adding a drain to the floor for any water spills to migrate down and storing all laundry-related appliances becomes much easier when you have space for it. Washers and dryers are noisy appliances to use, but laundry day doesn’t have to be loud – not with the closed door to the basement doing its thing!
3. A Guest Suite
The basement can be large depending on how big your house is, and you could turn your basement into a guest suite that will really resonate with those who stay over. You can do more than just have a bedroom here, too. You can choose to add an ensuite and walk-in wardrobe to the basement and create an entire space that’s dominated as a space for guests to stay. Your basement can be light with the new windows, light wall paint and hardwood floors. You can also make sure that there’s an emergency escape route before you get started on any renovations, and you’ll have a brand new suite to enjoy.
4. The Man Cave
A basement man cave will really help the men in your life to find time to enjoy themselves. Set up a soundproofed space with somewhere to sit, the technology that he will enjoy, even a bar. If you’re feeling extra fancy, consider setting up a pool table and a gaming corner. There are some man cave options out there that include things like nostalgic collectibles and equipment, but mostly, you want to allow freedom of expression and have fun with it.
5. A Cinema
A home cinema is the dream for some and you can choose to have the windows taken out so that the room remains a dark space. Think of uplighting strips on the floor to light the way, comfortable reclining seats and even a popcorn making machine. You can bring the whole family together and if your budget is pretty high, you could even invest in sunken seating into the room and a screen that stretches across one wall. Don’t forget your surround sound speakers to give that cinematic experience you’ve been looking for.
6. A Speakeasy
Well, maybe not because those were around in the times of Prohibition, but a pub would be a good shout for a basement conversion. You don’t need a crowded space to hang out when you are able to mosey downstairs to your own pub. You can get your friends around and this is one of the best days to spend your time chilling together. Don’t forget to put up a big screen for the game you want to watch!
7. A Workspace
If you have planned to go back to work but your boss has given you enough of a go ahead to work from home, you need a space to do that. With the right contractor, you can create a huge workspace that will give you plenty of room to settle down and work. Just consider that you have to make sure it’s packed with light, that it’s airy and that you have enough of a desk to work with. You need this space to be functional for it to matter and that means choosing a workspace that is packed with storage, outlets for charging and your computer chair!
8. A Library
If you have ever dreamed about a room just for your books and a comfortable chair for you to read in, then you need a library. This space is going to be the best thing that you have for yourself. You can add huge, comfortable armchairs and wall to wall shelving for all of your favorite stories – it’ll be beautiful!
9. A Wine Cellar
This one doesn’t need too much explanation. You can use your basement as a wine cellar and if you’re a wine-drinking enthusiast, then you’ll love the fact that you can use this as wine storage. It’ll be something you can show off, and if you want to have white wines and champagnes, don’t forget to install a fridge or two!
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