Two men installing ceiling tiles on dropped ceiling - Andrew Angelov/Shutterstock Whether you're trying to make your unfinished basement more welcoming or are fully finishing your lower level, ...

Q: I need help with sound proofing. Noise from the main level travels to rooms in the basement. What can I do to the ceiling in the basement to soundproof the downstairs rooms? I am thinking I might ...

Basements don't exactly have the most stellar design reputation. They're often thought of as dank and dingy with dark corners and a mysteriously musty smell no one can quite pinpoint. But if you've ...

Before beginning renovations, evaluate your basement’s potential. Think about how it will function as a space for band practice, creating music in a home studio, and enjoying entertainment. If you’re ...

Basements might have plenty of potential—these subterranean spaces can double as a home office, play area, or tricked-out bowling alley—but they're typically not thought of as the most aesthetically ...

Finishing a basement is an ideal way to expand your living space without expanding your house. Since your basement already has the basics of a room in place - walls, floor, ceiling - it doesn't take a ...

In planning a basement remodel, your goal is to carve out living space that feels comfortable and looks like a natural extension of your home. As you explore design ideas for your basement remodeling ...

Q: I’m thinking of finishing my basement. What do I need to know? A: In terms of remodeling or finishing, basements have a lot going for them. The space is already built out structurally, and there is ...

Question: My wife and I bought a new home last year from a major builder. Boy, have thing changed since my last new home about 30 years ago! The Building Code is vastly different, as are the modern ...