An Upscale Basement Makeover

This homeowner wanted an upscale entertainment room that didn't feel like a basement. In addition to the brick fireplace with bluestone hearth, he added bead board wainscoting and a moveable bar. We installed an exotic species of hardwood flooring for a modern, upscale aesthetic. The hardwood was prefinished for a quicker, more expedient installation. We floated the hardwood over a moisture barrier to protect it from any dampness coming from the concrete slab. A little insulating underlayment gave the space the added warmth and comfort needed to forget that you were in a basement.