In Episode 5 of the "How to Finish a Basement" series, the focus is on drywall installation techniques to transform an unfinished basement into a comfortable living area. The video provides guidance ...

Dealing With Wiring and Outlets Electrical cables that run through wall and ceiling framing need protection because they can be pierced by a drywall nail, creating a fire hazard. "I see it all the ...

Once the block walls are prepped, the framing can begin. I’d use a pressure-treated floor plate and build 2-by-4 walls similar in construction to regular interior partition walls.

Before framing the walls of your basement, install a moisture barrier to prevent water and moisture from entering the wall cavity. Here are your three best options.