Dallas Basement Improvement
James Thornell And Associates
Clarity Pools
J.M. Builders, Inc.
Dan Vanderwoude Construction
Dallas/Fort Worth Construction and Management, Ltd.
Basement finishing is one of the more popular home improvement projects that are undertaken every year. When you feel the need for more space in your home, it makes sense after all to finish a basement that you already have lying unused, and use the extra space for a variety of uses depending on the size of your basement. With a few coats of bright colored paint, opening up of windows to let the light and fresh air in, and some carefully chosen accessories that brighten the interiors, you can easily use your basement for more than just storage -- you can design a guest bedroom, a children's play area, an entertainment center or home cinema or more.
The first consideration is to waterproof your basement. This is the first step before you even begin considering design plans. An appropriate sub floor has to be laid to prevent moisture beneath the floor coverings. Your basement walls to have to be finished to make them waterproof, and prevent condensation. Besides, there are the plumbing pipes that are present in your basement to conceal. These can't be removed, but they can be hidden using screens and partitions. An unsightly pillar in the middle of the basement can even be hidden by constructing a box shelf around it. Plumbing pipes on the ceiling can be concealed by installing a false ceiling.
One you have all lighting, electrical and plumbing fixtures in place, you can begin to look at design options. There is only one necessity for basement finishing -- colors and material you choose should bring in the light and brighten the space. This is not the time to experiment with dull colors. Play safe and stick to yellows, creams and other pastels that expand and brighten a room. Basement lighting works best with ceiling lights that are embedded into the ceiling. They don't cause an obstruction when you walk, and provide sufficient light. If you intend to have a kid's study room or home office here, basement lighting becomes even more important. All in all, you can count on your basement renovation project to be an extremely exciting and creative project that will satisfy your artistic sensibilities.