Pro tip: If you're uncertain about the best use ... then face the framing with drywall or decorative wood as shown in the opening photo. Get to know the cost of finishing a basement.

Once the block walls are prepped, the framing ... (or wood paneling) be kept off the concrete slab by a half an inch or so. Keep in mind that despite your best efforts, the basement will tend ...

Insulated basements can add a lot of value to your home, but before you frame up the ... goes against the basement wall and behind the insulation and framing. The best option for insulating ...

Once the framing is complete, you can, and should, work on plumbing and electrical (it is far more feasible to do this while the walls are down). Insulating your basement will help the space stay ...