How can I decorate my basement?

Redecorating your basement can be very stressful especially when you have a lot of stuff. Normally, we use the basement for storage or for utility use. When remodeling the basement, we want to maximize the space and make everything look organized and clean. Installing a basement built-in cabinets, shelves or bookcases are among the few options.

Basement Built In Ideas, Shelves and Cabinets 2021

Bookcase Style

Bookcase Style

Booklover? Remodeling your basement into a mini library would definitely be great. Setting up a built-in bookcase-style cabinet would be great. You can easily display all the books, photographs, or collectibles that you would want. The great thing about bookcase-style built-ins is that you can put in a lot of items.  Typical ones are the wooden flat bookcase cabinets that are against the wall. You can also include a glass mirror to keep the items free from dust and dirt.

Bookcase Style
Bookcase Style

Floating

Floating Basement Built In
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Floating Basement Built In
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If you don’t want something huge and bulky, you can always opt for floating shelves. It is a great basement built-in idea especially when you don’t have a lot of items to display. A couple of floating shelves near the television for photo displays or for placing the DVD player or speakers would be perfect. If you have a basement bar, you can also use floating shelves to store your liquor bottles.

Floating Basement Built In
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Floating Basement Built In
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Corners

Basement Corners Build In
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Basement Corners Build In
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Maximize your basement’s corners by setting up a corner cabinet or a corner office or gaming setup. A lot of gamers place their tables on corners to set up their two large monitor screens. Some would install a corner cabinet to put in extra space for glassware or books. You can also put family photos at the corners of your basement.

Basement Corners Build In
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Basement Corners Build In
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Tips to Remember When Building Basement Built Ins

Built-ins are on many people’s wish lists for a stunning finished basement. Built-ins, which can be made of solid wood or less costly MDF, make your basement more practical, stylish, and clean. How does a homeowner on a tight budget incorporate these lovely features into their basement renovation? It’s possible that it’s closer than you thought.

Decide on the Scope

Not all built-ins are created equal, and what appears to be a custom cabinet or bookshelf can simply be factory-made furniture that has been dressed up a bit. When constructed with the right scope, even true built-ins can be achieved for a reasonable price.

Think about how your built-in bar, bookshelf, entertainment unit, mantel, or home office would fit into the overall design of your basement. Built-ins should not be used to overshadow a space, but rather to complement and improve it. Plan your built-in to be on the smaller side, fitting nicely into the room’s form, unless your finished basement has wide-open spaces.

Decide on the Materials

Solid wood may be used to construct built-ins, but this conventional building material has a high cost. To save money, look for less costly wood (pine instead of oak, for example) and imported wood products. 

Many basement builders use MDF for the frame and foundation, only adding wood trim and other solid wood elements as required. You’re unlikely to note the difference when the whole piece is hand-painted for a long-lasting, attractive finish. 

In certain situations, solid wood is preferable for durability, strength (as with a built-in bar), or stability (in a bookshelf). However, the contractor should be able to suggest alternate products that will help you save money in the long run.

Decide of the Features

Basement built-ins may include a variety of features, such as: 

  • Mantels and built-in entertainment units also have natural gas fireplaces, which necessitate the services of a gas fitter. 
  • Bar Fridges – A bar fridge is a common addition to basement bars and kitchenettes, but it necessitates plumbing and electrical work.
  • Flatscreen TVs and all levels of stereo equipment can be contained in a tidy built-in, keeping your finished basement clutter-free. 

Other features that are more in line with your lifestyle can be included in your basement built-ins. Built-ins have the most appealing look, so every feature must blend in seamlessly, with all electrical and mechanical wiring, plumbing, and other lines integrated and covered. 

This sometimes necessitates the assistance of a qualified specialist. Built-ins are usually not a do-it-yourself project and necessitate a significant amount of finishing work. Incorporating purpose and features bring this project to the next level, necessitating the hiring of qualified personnel. 

Adding built-ins to your new basement will help to elevate the space’s appearance and feel.

Make your renovation dollar go further by investigating built-ins. Once you’ve decided on the scope, materials, and features, costing and planning for the project are simple.

Find a basement remodeling contractor to install your basement built in

Installing a basement built in will save you a lot of space. To optimize the space within your basement, it is best to hire a basement remodeler to do all the installation. They would have all the necessary materials and equipment needed for such installations. 

If you are in Virginia, Maryland, or Washington D.C., Paragon Remodeling is here to serve you. We offer affordable and professional basement remodeling services that can meet your expectations.