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Adding Decor To Your Basement Design

Tue 19 Jun 2007 - 09:55

Adding Decor To Your Basement Design
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=David_Faulkner] David Faulkner

A complete basement is not different in appearance than the other parts of the house. It boasts the basic architectural designs put in over the raw outline of the area giving it a better appearance and ease. This may be something as simple as electrical outlets. Basements that are not complete show bare concrete, beams for supporting the floors above, and no electrical outlets. It is not common for a basement that is not complete to have any interior décor.

Decorating the basement is a special thing that requires special problems to be worked. One of these problems is the ability to bring in a natural light source like sunlight. The majority of basements do not have windows in them, which makes this hard. If there is a window, it is usually installed at the top of the basement and is not positioned correctly to allow the sunlight in. No natural light is a problem that has to be dealt with when you decide on how to decorate the basement. Adding much artificial light will help tremendously!

Overhead lighting or lamps on the floor are the two choices available to you. Overhead lighting gives the best light. The problem lies with the lower ceilings in some of the basements. Floor lamps may give you a shadowing effect that will need to be adjusted. Lamps for the table allow you to be versatile and add a fun touch to the room. Mirrors on the opposite wall from any windows will add to the light flowing through the room.

One other common problem is that basements present a bad mood. This is felt in the air and the general environment. Having a fun and relaxing area for games and gatherings with the family should have a better feeling. The claustrophobic feel of the basement is definitely a mood killer and a depressing area. Not to mention the illness that can result from the poor air. Providing the room with the proper ventilation is key. Plants, aquariums, and other like items will help to bring a natural mood to the room. By utilizing wood and stone, the mood of the room will change to a happy, inviting environment.

Basic decorating consists of making the basement have an appearance of a warm, cozy area. By providing plenty of area for sitting and large amounts of light, it will embrace you. Take the designs of the above rooms and incorporate them into the basement. Stay away from darker colors because it will take away from the inspiring and light mood of the area. Mirrors will give a light effect and the illusion of a bigger space.

Problems encountered with the [http://www.basementremodelinghelp.com/Basement_Finishing/] decoration of the basement can be dealt with by being creative. With a little imagination and fun, the space will be great. Look toward the positive side and not the negatives when dealing with this room. The décor and design will eliminate the issues. Tract lighting, added to art, will improve the room. Add light under shelves for a better look. If the ceilings are not high, overstuffed furniture is a no-no. Cluttered feelings are not helpful in this space. Items need to be special to the room and fit it well. It will allow the positive mood to come through and create an illusion of a larger space. Add just enough to it to make it warm and inviting.

Have fun and be creative!

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