We had the tanks removed and switched to forced hot air and finished out the space. The original space was just one large open room with some columns in the middle so we divided it into a rec room (with laundry and a slop sink behind french doors) and a guest room (which actually turns out to be the largest bedroom in our house). And we added a full bath with a shower in a little bump out area. It's a full on suite down there for the parents when they come. We were worried that the ceilings would feel low, but there is a surprising amount of headroom. I'm loving the painted concrete floors in the two main areas. And our old furniture from the LA house works well for the rec room. I'm not crazy about all the cast-off stuff in the guest room, but it works for now and one of these days I'll come up with a real design scheme to wow our over night visitors.
The bathroom works well although the mirror is a stand in from Target and is a tad small, and one day I hope to do a glass shower door (there is something about curtains on stand-up showers that bothers me - sort of reminds me of the gym).
I've also used the space above the ledge in the stair way as a storage area for cleaning supplies. It's super practical although I'm trying to think of a fun way to dress it up while keeping it open and accessible. Any thoughts? A fun paint color? Another stencil?
I love the house! Where did you get the trash bag holder in the last photo? It's great.
ReplyDeleteHow much did it cost to have the oil tanks removed. We have one oil tank and I'd love to have it taken out. Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteDid you paint the cement floor yourself? We are re-doing our basement and considering that option. How it went and if it is holding up.
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ReplyDeleteI think the trash bag holder is from Target or maybe the Container store or Bed Bath and Beyond. The oil tank removal was pricey but since ours were "above ground " which I guess means they don't need to be dug out, it was a little less. If you're in NJ I can give you more details. So, my GC painted the cement floor using an industrial grade paint. It's holding up so far but another reader mentioned acid etching, so I guess we will have to see (since we didn't acid etch). Ask me in the fall and I'll tell you how it looks a year in!
Jessica! I want your basement! How did you water/dampness-proof it?
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I can't say we really water proofed it. We installed a sump pump and that's it. Every time it rains I freak out and run down there. So far no water. Fingers crossed. Cate! So random. Where are you these days?
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