Is your basement feeling dull? See how we transformed a budget-friendly family room space to make it much more inviting!
In my previous post, I detailed the characteristics of our 1926 basement; if you need a reminder of its original state, here is a look at it:
Since I lack further images documenting the changes, I will proceed directly to a photo showing its current appearance:
Affordable Basement Family Room Improvement Ideas
1. Apply cement-specific paint to the cement floor.
2. Incorporate throw rugs.
3. Install heavy drapes on single pane windows for better insulation.
4. Create and add window ledges and trim where none existed before.
5. Cover cement walls with drywall and paint them.
6. Have an electrician correct all questionable wiring and finish the ceilings with drywall.
7. Arrange existing furniture so the kids have a designated area for video gaming.
I know this isn't a stunning, breathtaking reveal shot; there is still work to be done. Nevertheless, observe the lovely drywall on the ceiling and walls—my husband accomplished this, bless him. He really dislikes the taping, mudding, and sanding, yet it looks wonderful. {Only one wall remains to be finished.}
The decorative elements are currently minimal. I placed that headboard behind the couch for storage, as I simply cannot part with it despite not being a hoarder—perhaps this image will inspire me to find a better spot for it!
My husband agreed to the drywall project after a 'deal'; he would do it if I would not remove his workshop from the basement.
It is complete.
Did you notice I intentionally left the 'workshop' out of these photographs?
Integrating a 'workshop' into a family room presents a slight challenge.
However, agreements must be honored.
We will find a solution, somehow.
This basement layout might be unusually configured, but it will certainly be functional
-uniquely-
for our needs!
