This is so great and encouraging! I'm pregnant and need to add space to the house in order to fit in a nursery. I'm planning on paying for drywallers but doing everything else myself. After watching this I think it's definitely possible!
That's awesome! First off, congrats on being pregnant! The wife and I remodeled our entire house when my wife was 4 months pregnant - I definitely appreciate the stress! I had never done all this alone before and so, to you I say, it is definitely possible!
Lots of comments on insulation on concrete wall. I agree. 1 inch foam first then wall then electrictical then fiberglass. Then vapor barrier. And you need more outlets. Looks awesome though..
Absolutely amazing i just bought a house and i have a basement and its everything i dreamed of when i wanted a house and now that i have it i have no clue what i want or want to do
I loved this video! I recently moved to my brothers house and next year im going to have his basement finished into a room for myself and 2 kids. I opened an extra savings account to put money every month for that project,and wanted to not go over 5000 (because not all of it ill be DIY)
Wonderful and very inspirational. The "time lapse" makes it look like - easy peasy! But I know it isn't and it takes time and tons of work to get it looking good. I have a finished "rec room" in the basement of my 1956 small ranch style home, it needs some refreshing, so I've been watching videos by people brave enough to take on their basements and turn them into something useful, which is a lot more than what I'm thinking about doing. Wondering (1) is there something you could do to hide the cords dangling down from the ceiling and (2) would prefer seeing the metal posts boxed in to give the entire room a finished look.
Good question! I'm no electrician, and when we first bought the house there was pretty severe water damage down there - especially electrical related. We've had an electrician out since to do the repairs. Most of the power i was pulling from the adjacent laundry room.
I love how you have utilised the space in the basement and how you framed the cupboards to fit the existing shelves and storage boxes. Clever use of the wooden planks on he stair wall and wall projector screen. 🤗💕🏴
My basement is bad man I hope twenty k will transform it my home was built in 1912 so there is the original coal pit in the floor! But now our furnace is there.
Great job. I don't know how you did it under $2k ... I have a 1200 sq ft basement and it would cost me over $1200 just to frame it (I have plans that include interior walls) - if I were able to get 2' x 4's! Even now, they are quoting me at least 2-3 months at the local big box store. Last year they had all the 2' x 4's you wanted for $12 a piece ...
I borrowed the nailer from my father-in-law, but after using it, and if I didn't have that option in the future, I would DEFINITELY buy one. The cordless was awesome, the nails never jammed and the battery lasted hours I set the walls back substantially to make up for moisture and all that
Awesome job! I'm looking to paint my exposed basement ceiling flat black, but my local box stores aren't much help as far as picking out a paint. Would you mind telling me which kind you used? Thanks!
Sure! They have paint called ceiling paint made specifically for what you need. It comes in white typically, but I assume you can color mix it. If you can't I'd suggest a matte finish paint. And pick a brand that covers more each coat (our least favorite part of the whole project was painting the ceiling)
Hey thanks! Took around 5 months BUT! There were weeks where I didn't touch anything lol. If I had too, probably would have taken a month in a half? Did the whole rest of the house in 4 months. Let's build this hidden room! Haha
Thanks! - I did misjudge how they would hang. Since they slide behind and in front of one another, it looks different than it they were just side by side.
Impressive!! you have the exact layout of our basement so it’s fun to see what it could become
This is so great and encouraging! I'm pregnant and need to add space to the house in order to fit in a nursery. I'm planning on paying for drywallers but doing everything else myself. After watching this I think it's definitely possible!
That's awesome! First off, congrats on being pregnant! The wife and I remodeled our entire house when my wife was 4 months pregnant - I definitely appreciate the stress! I had never done all this alone before and so, to you I say, it is definitely possible!
Lots of comments on insulation on concrete wall. I agree. 1 inch foam first then wall then electrictical then fiberglass. Then vapor barrier. And you need more outlets. Looks awesome though..
Absolutely amazing i just bought a house and i have a basement and its everything i dreamed of when i wanted a house and now that i have it i have no clue what i want or want to do
That is brilliant. Reminds me of my father who was very, very good at that stuff. Loved the “mini me” helpers.
Thanks! Surprisingly, they were very helpful throughout. Good at grabbing tools!
That's amazing! All this done for under $2000? I love it!
Thanks! Appreciate it!
I loved this video! I recently moved to my brothers house and next year im going to have his basement finished into a room for myself and 2 kids. I opened an extra savings account to put money every month for that project,and wanted to not go over 5000 (because not all of it ill be DIY)
I hope its a smooth process! Good luck to you!
@@BenSliwa thank you ❤
I would love to do this myself, just unsure what I'm allowed to do without some kind of inspection or permit. Great video!
Wonderful and very inspirational. The "time lapse" makes it look like - easy peasy! But I know it isn't and it takes time and tons of work to get it looking good. I have a finished "rec room" in the basement of my 1956 small ranch style home, it needs some refreshing, so I've been watching videos by people brave enough to take on their basements and turn them into something useful, which is a lot more than what I'm thinking about doing. Wondering (1) is there something you could do to hide the cords dangling down from the ceiling and (2) would prefer seeing the metal posts boxed in to give the entire room a finished look.
Beautifully done❤
Love the barn style sliding doors..
Nice work man! I noticed no electrical outlets on the walls you put up...how are you powering all your stuff down there?
Good question! I'm no electrician, and when we first bought the house there was pretty severe water damage down there - especially electrical related. We've had an electrician out since to do the repairs. Most of the power i was pulling from the adjacent laundry room.
Nice u give me hope. I have no idea on how to do a basement. I just know it's so much space to waste!
You did an amazing job. Congrats. Now you can enjoy for years to come...
Thanks so much, looking forward for to a long nap down there. Haha
I love how you have utilised the space in the basement and how you framed the cupboards to fit the existing shelves and storage boxes.
Clever use of the wooden planks on he stair wall and wall projector screen. 🤗💕🏴
Thank you so much for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed the video, my sons and I are enjoying the projector wall right now actually. Be well!
Nice family project!
Little helpers are very cute
Ben that was awesome! I love the transformation! Hey I see a home remodeling company in the future...My 2 Sons, Home Remodeling.
Yes! That's perfect! Haha. Thanks for watching it
I guess i dont know where you live.... but why no insulation???
My thought too
Well done. Bravo!
My basement is bad man I hope twenty k will transform it my home was built in 1912 so there is the original coal pit in the floor! But now our furnace is there.
Dope !!
Nice work
Good job
Great job. I don't know how you did it under $2k ... I have a 1200 sq ft basement and it would cost me over $1200 just to frame it (I have plans that include interior walls) - if I were able to get 2' x 4's! Even now, they are quoting me at least 2-3 months at the local big box store. Last year they had all the 2' x 4's you wanted for $12 a piece ...
I got lucky! I know prices went up shortly after! My basement is probably 5/600 sqft for reference too
Hi, awesome project! What was the product used on the outside of the steps and in that wall nook?
I used a cloth runner from Lowes - I don't remember the brand, but it was SO easy to install.
Ben - great work! How are your floors holding up with scratching or scuffs?
They're great! Waterproof boards were a bit finicky to get in cause they were thinner. But they've held up quite well
Nice
Did you not insulate the walls or move the outlet boxes?
No vapor barrier and no xps on the walls? I think you're going to have moisture issues, my man! Looks beautiful though.
Thanks!
This guy is in for a rude awakening. Gutting a basement because of moisture issues isn’t fun.
Nice!
I love it. You did an awesome job
Thanks so much!
Great job
Thanks!!
Good Job!!!!!!
How long it took to from start to finish . Currently doing mines .
Awesome work. I’m assuming you aren’t worried about water or dampness in the basement.
How’s the ryobi cordless nail gun?
I borrowed the nailer from my father-in-law, but after using it, and if I didn't have that option in the future, I would DEFINITELY buy one. The cordless was awesome, the nails never jammed and the battery lasted hours
I set the walls back substantially to make up for moisture and all that
Great job 👏🏾
Thanks!!
Awesome job! I'm looking to paint my exposed basement ceiling flat black, but my local box stores aren't much help as far as picking out a paint. Would you mind telling me which kind you used? Thanks!
Sure! They have paint called ceiling paint made specifically for what you need. It comes in white typically, but I assume you can color mix it. If you can't I'd suggest a matte finish paint. And pick a brand that covers more each coat (our least favorite part of the whole project was painting the ceiling)
@@BenSliwa Thanks so much for the reply Ben! You wouldn't happen to remember the brand of paint you used would you? Thanks again!
@@DaCake2 We used Glidden - not too expensive and does the job right
@@BenSliwa Great. Thank you so much for the help!
What material did you use for your barn doors?
How to add more outlets?
We got lucky where they were placed and didn't have to add any. A year or so after we added some, but hired an outside company for that.
Inspiring!
Thanks!
Nice!! How long did it take? Want to help me build a hidden room door for my theater? Lol
Hey thanks! Took around 5 months BUT! There were weeks where I didn't touch anything lol. If I had too, probably would have taken a month in a half? Did the whole rest of the house in 4 months.
Let's build this hidden room! Haha
Did you not need insulation?
I did not insulate and haven't noticed any difference
did you spray the ceiling or paint by hand?
... painted by hand. Tried the neighbors sprayer at first, but too many issues with the gun
Why do the diagonals on the barn door dont match? Other than that looks good
Thanks! - I did misjudge how they would hang. Since they slide behind and in front of one another, it looks different than it they were just side by side.
could you not clean the lens off once while filming..?
Nope.
Couldn't.
No insulation??
how much?
How much did the project cost? All together, supplies and and under 2 grand
Is that a peel and stick floor?
No way! Lol. Snap together rubber water proof flooring. Been great so far
👏👏👏
Insulation?
Yeah, so I intentionally took the non-insulated route. It made the most sense for how I recessed the walls.
@@BenSliwa But is it too cold or hot? How are you cooling/heating the space?
@@MarlonJoseGE it forced air down there and the remp surprisingly stays pretty consistent all year
Permits?
Didn't need any in my city.
I bet you’re an absolute joy to be around, Sun lmao. Out here checking TH-camrs for their permits hahaahhahaha
@@justindavidson1083 hahahahah!
M.I
Great job
Thanks!