Basements have a reputation for being cool, damp spaces—perfect for storing holiday decorations but not so great for a comfortable, healthy environment. Whether you’re aiming to convert an unfinished ...

Here's how to get a warm, dry basement floor over a concrete slab when converting your basement into living space. Lay four-millimeter polyurethane sheeting across the entire floor, overlapping the ...

A sound subfloor is needed when you’re laying carpet, vinyl, laminate or engineered hardwood on a cement basement floor so the surface is warm, dry and resilient. DRIcore is a modular system of 2-foot ...

Aim to keep basement humidity between 40% and 50% in summer to prevent mold, musty smells, and allergens. Use a hygrometer to monitor humidity, fix drainage or flooding issues, and consider a vapor ...

MISSION, Kan., Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- (Family Features) If your basement feels muggy, the air is damp or it's a bit on the stinky side, you may have a humidity issue. Addressing and correcting ...