Basements have a reputation for being dark, cold, and generally unpleasant to be in unless it is fully converted. But how can you keep a basement warm to make it more functional, be it a storage spot, ...

Dear Ken: Our finished basement is about 10 degrees colder than the rest of the house. What would be the most cost-effective way to warm it up? — Suzanne Answer: I have the same trouble at my house.

Basements are notoriously cold, especially basement bathrooms. We all know hot air rises, and this inherently leaves cooler air in the basement. But what else contributes to the perpetual drafty ...

A finished basement adds significant square footage to a home, providing an additional living space that can be used as a TV room, home office, home gym, or children’s play area. The problem, however, ...

Q: I have been wanting to increase the comfort level in the lower level of my home by insulating the cement floor. Currently, the floor is cement with jute-backed carpet glued to the concrete. I have ...

Cold floors are no fun. No matter how warm and cozy you manage to make the rest of your house, there’s almost always that one room where you have to put on extra socks and a pair of slippers just to ...