Have you been putting off a basement  home renovation  for what seems like months (years?), and have finally come to the conclusion that this year, after all this time, is finally the year you are going to get your ducks in a row and dive in? If you answered yes, then you're in luck. Here is everything you need to know about renovating your basement. Drywalling Don't be fooled by what you've seen on TV, hanging drywall is actually fairly simple (and rewarding). What to not expect, however, is that you can complete the entire process in 8 hours. To be that quick and accurate requires years of experience, so work at your own pace. Practice makes perfect, so work section by section and it'll all come together. Don't worry excessively about mistakes near the floor and ceiling, they can easily be covered by trim and molding. Focus your efforts on...

Families with young children often struggle with having enough space for them to play comfortably. In order for you to have the space you need without spending a lot of money on expanding, you should convert the basement into a play area. In order for the  home remodeling  project to go smoothly, you should consider what features are essential for the perfect playroom. Insulation Many homeowners associate basements with damp and uncomfortable spaces that become either too hot or cold, depending on the season. In order for the basement to be comfortable for your children, you’ll need to get the walls and ceiling properly insulated. Air Conditioning and Heating Another important thing you’ll need to do to improve the comfort of the basement is getting air conditioning and heating installed. Focusing on these two elements will help the basement turned playroom feel like an extension of your home and make it...