Matrix Basements Blog

When you begin your basement finishing project, chances are good you’ll be working with a very bare bones floor. Basement spaces are often left with concrete or sub-flooring exposed unless you know right away that you want to incorporate basement areas into the overall living area of your home.

A renovated basement can be a wonderful addition to your home or a nightmare in disguise. Turning your basement into a truly comfortable living space is possible with the right team on your side. There are many creative ideas for turning a basement into a living space.

Do you have a basement just begging to be used? Don’t know what to do with it or where to start? Then your first step should be to call us to help get the ideas flowing. You will be surprised at the many uses that may be applied to a basement. The professionals here at Matrix Basement Systems, Inc.

When considering basement remodeling, your first step should be to find a reputable basement finishing company. Many homeowners have their own ideas as to what to do, but hiring us will save you a lot of money and headaches when issues arise. Our goal here at Matrix Basement Systems, Inc.

Waterproofing is important whether you are refurbishing a basement to use as living space or storage. Water not only damages walls and any furniture or other items in the basement; it can also lead to the development of mold and mildew.

Most families with young children always find themselves tripping over toys or constantly picking up toys and putting them back where they belong. Kids need their own space to run that extra energy off, and to create and play.

Finishing your basement or remodeling it to become a rental space is an exciting way to earn income. A large basement may be turned into a fully functioning apartment as long as certain basic needs are met. Here is what you need to think about when you are considering this option.

A home gym is the perfect use for your currently unfinished basement. The basement stays cooler than the rest of the house because it is almost entirely, if not entirely, underground. Finishing your basement adds a lot of square footage to your home for whatever you choose to use it for.

One thing that homeowners tend to overlook when it comes to remodeling or finishing their basement is the stairs. Once your basement is finished it will be beautiful but when you open the door to go to your basement you will see those unfinished and plain wood stairs.

Basements are incredibly flexible spaces. With a little imagination, they can be transformed to fit any purpose you can think of - whether that’s a music room, a library or an extra bedroom. But perhaps one of the most practical uses of a basement is as an office.