The Complete Guide to Finishing Basements: Projects and Practical Solutions for Converting Basements into Livable Space

by Black & Decker

A fact-filled, 240-page manual that covers every aspect of designing and planning a basement conversion/remodeling project. With more than 600 color photographs, this book goes into thorough detail on crucial subjects like moisture and climate control, egress, ventilation, lighting, and many other issues. It deals comprehensively with adapting home mechanical systems to basement conditions. The many featured projects include finishing a bathroom stub-out, installing an all-new basement bathroom, insulating, repairing foundation walls, installing sump pumps, dehumidification strategies, as well as many other projects designed for livability. A special focus new to this edition presents information and projects for aging in place, including home elevators and chair lifts, monitoring and communication systems, and creating an accessible basement apartment. You will also find projects that show how to upgrade with luxury amenities, including a fireplace, sauna, home spa, exercise room, basement club/lounge and more.

Genres: Nonfiction, Home Improvement, Reference

240 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2009

About the author

Black & Decker Corporation is an American manufacturer of power tools, accessories, hardware, home improvement products and technology based fastening systems headquartered in Towson, Maryland.


Source: Wikipedia.

Reviews

[Erin Stuhlsatz · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the one that I will come back to when we decide to actually finish our basement. There were detailed instructions (with pictures) of the start to finish process, including specifics for any project I can imagine (like whirlpool bathtubs, egress windows, or wet bars).

[Erica · Rating 3 out of 5]

The information they had was great, it just didn't speak to my particular situation.

[Michael Vujovich · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great, quick informative read for any avid DIY-er. I especially enjoyed the step-by-step walkthroughs of a remodel at the end.