In the past, finishing a basement was simple: Slap up some paneling, throw down some indoor-outdoor carpet and rescue some furniture from the trash. How times have changed. Now, homeowners are ...

Concrete block walls and other unfinished spaces don't have to look dreary. Put these basement wall ideas to work in your home to add style, personality, and—most importantly—functionality to ...

Here’s a daunting question for homeowners from Doug Cornwell, Alure Home Improvements’ chief operating officer: “Did you ever walk down into your dark and dingy basement?” Cornwell asks. If the answer ...

Metal or wood studs are placed every 16 inches to support drywall. Insulation with a paper backing is placed between the studs. Drywall can be painted or trimmed just as in any other part of the house ...

Autumn is when most Canadian basement-finishing campaigns begin. Unfortunately, many homeowners pay big money to have their basements finished, only to end up with substantially lower indoor air ...