DIY Basement Ideas

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Top Projects for Basements

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DIY Basement Videos

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How to Paint Upholstery, and Keep the Fabric Soft, Even Velvet!

I didn't think it was possible to paint upholstery, especially velvet with out changing the fabric texture. Find out how I transformed a $20 thrift store sofa into an Anthropologie like knock-off with one quart of paint and water! For best results use a soft chalk based paint. Paints that don't contain latex or acrylic work best... but this will work with almost any brand of paint.

Basement Concession Stand

While finishing our basement we decided it would be a good idea to add a little concession area to our entertainment zone. Makes for a good space to play games and grab a snack.

Kitchen Island Made From Old Dresser

I’m sure by now everyone has seen a dresser turned into a kitchen island—I’ve been seeing them online for a while and have been wanting to do one myself, but just haven’t found the perfect old dresser. Until now. I went into my local thrift store recently and found the perfect little diamond in the rough—I’m so happy with how it came out! We want to help you DIY, so some of the materials in this post are linked to sellers. Just so you know, Hometalk may collect a small share of sales from the links on this page. BEFORE: Here is a shot of the dresser when I first brought it home. I love the etched detail in the drawers, which is a big reason I decided to keep at least one of them for my finished island.

New Basement Projects

What's trending in the world of DIY basements? We have compiled it all here.

Browse Basement Projects
Weekend Project – Installing New Stair Treads
Repurposing Vintage Milk Can to a Side Table
Turn an Inexpensive Wire Basket Into a Gorgeous DIY Table
Repurposed Dresser Into Patio Entertaining Island
Turn an Old TV Table Into a Fun Place for Legos
11 Amazing Basement Remodeling Ideas
From the Office Space to the Kitchen Space
How to Build a Shiplap Headboard
Repurposed Piano with many options for functionality
Upcycled Chair Benches
How to Build a Bench Out of an Old Door
Old Door Transformed to Hall Tree,Coat Rack,
Tired Old Sofa Turned Into a Blissful Place to Be Tired!
Free Pallets in Augusta Georgia!
Easy Quick Fix for a Battered Couch
Upcycled/Repurposed Crib into Toy Box Bench
Faux Mantel From an Old China Hutch
Makeover A Basement Floor For Less Than $300
DIY Pallet Bookshelf for Kids
Material Of The Week: Milk Crates
Miniature Dollhouse Leather Couch Tutorial
1 Pallet + 1 4x4 Post = Coffee Table
Repurposed Entertainment Center (for Slimy Critter Fanatics)
Steamer Trunk Handle Repair
Basement Concession Stand
Fainting Couch Revival
What Can You Make Out of Wire Spools...This and That!
DIY Bunny / Small Animal Home
Board Game Wall Art- Accent Wall Gameroom
How to Paint a Couch
Stain Shading Tutorial
Garage Bar Build - Abbreviated Post
MenDen Basement Finish. All Re-purposed Materials.
Basement Craft Room Ceiling
MAKING THE CUTEST DIY PALLET COUCH
Clawfoot tub to Chaise Lounge
How to Make an Old Dresser Into Media Cabinet or Buffet
Abandoned Hutch Top Turned Curio
Finished Basement on a Budget
DIY Cable Spool Ottoman Stool
Old Door Headboard
How to Make a Tree Stump Side Table With DIY Legs
DIY Litter Box Hider
Changing Table to Bar Cart
Brown Paper Floor Covering- Frugal and Fun
Upcycled End Table From a Wooden Tray and Wire Basket
Kitchen Island From Wall Cabinet
Repurposing Old Drawers
Two Pieces of Furniture From One, Do You Like It?
Bird Aviary from what?
Up-cycling an Obsolete Entertainment Center
Five Gallon Bucket Patio Table
Apothecary Chest From Plain Dresser
A "Tie-Dye for" Set of Barstools!
Amazing Dresser to Shelf Conversion DIY Upcycle Project
Headboard Makeover
Repurposed TV Hutch Top Now a Gorgeous Farmhouse Style Cabinet
DIY Crate Stools for Toy Storage
PALLET SOFA BED EASY DIY