Incredible DIY Basement Renovation Time Lapse (I saved $30,000 by doing EVERYTHING myself!)

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This DIY Basement Renovation Time Lapse shows the entire process of renovating a basement from start to finish. This basement remodel took me nearly two months to complete since I was doing all of the work myself on nights and weekends. Although renovating the basement was a lot of work, I learned a lot of DIY and home renovation skills process of finishing my basement.
This basement renovation started with demolishing the existing walls, drywall, etc. Next, I installed rigid foam insulation on the exterior walls of the basement. Rigid foam insulation is waterproof and a great option for basement exterior wall insulation. To install the basement walls, I framed them using 2"x4" lumber. I used pressure treated lumber for the bottom plate for the basement walls. Basement insulation consisted of batt insulation in the walls and sound proofing insulation in ceiling to reduce the sounds of footsteps above. I installed drywall in the basement and then finished it using joint compound and drywall tape. Finishing the drywall was my least favorite part of the entire basement remodel. Next, I installed Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring on the basement floor. LVP is a great flooding option for basements since it is waterproof, durable, and easy to install. Instead of installing drywall on my basement ceiling, I decided to install a drop ceiling. The basement drop ceiling installation was a bit involved, but I wanted to allow for access to the plumbing and electrical cable in the ceiling. To complete the basement remodel, I painted the basement walls and installed trim around each basement room. Let me know what you think of the final result!
To complete a DIY Basement Renovation, you are going to need quite a few tools. Here are some of the most important tools to have when remodeling a basement:
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This DIY Basement Renovation and Remodel was made up of many individual projects. I have detailed videos on every step of the basement renovation process below:
How to Remodel Basement Stairs:
• DIY Stair Remodel on a...
How to Install Rigid Foam Insulation
• How to Install Rigid F...
How to Frame Basement Walls
• DIY Basement Wall Fram...
How to run electrical in a basement
• Tips for Adding Electr...
How to Frame around HVAC and Pipes in a Basement
• How to Frame around HV...
How to Replace and Trim Out Basement Windows
• How to Replace and Tri...
How to Drywall a Basement
• Basement Drywall Tips ...
How to Install LVP Flooring in a Basement
• LVP Flooring Installat...
How to Install a Drop Ceiling in a Basement
• A Drop Ceiling that Lo...
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@tylerwillems9358 8 ай бұрын

As someone who does a lot of DIY stuff at home, I have huge respect for you dude. This must have taken a ton of work, research, and planning. Looks incredible, I hope my DIY skills improve to this level some day.

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

I appreciate it, Tyler! Good luck with your future projects!

@samuelhenry9959 8 ай бұрын

Sounds good job looking good job looking forward for a great job 😊

@danrichards496 7 ай бұрын

@@AndrewThronImprovements how long did this take you to complete?

@neilbates4111 7 ай бұрын

You should be rightly proud of yourself you’re achievements show what can be done with imagination knowledge and common sense

@gatesdabeast 6 ай бұрын

and he made it look easy

@deest9 8 ай бұрын

Those panels you used for that drop ceiling has completely changed my disdain for them - that ceiling was awesome! Great work!

@eldavis1311 8 ай бұрын

Wow - very impressive You do great work

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Thanks! Yea I felt the same way until I saw these PVC panels.

@KRE112178 8 ай бұрын

Dropped ceiling panels can be really nice now, they have some very decorative panels. It also gives you the benefit of having access to your joist cavities and all the plumbing and wires for the main floor anytime there might be a problem. Good job!

@grouchostarx531 8 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing! I’ve always hated ceiling tiles but then I saw the coffered style he did and I was impressed, to say the least! I can’t wait to go ceiling tile shopping with my husband now! 😂

@scottcha03 8 ай бұрын

Agreed

@jayprimo 7 ай бұрын

You got a thumbs up the moment you crowned your studs. I'm 39, and have never heard anyone other than my 40 year Master Carpenter Father, rest his soul, talk about crowning studs and "moons down" for flooring lol. That's some old world knowledge brother. Good on you for doing things RIGHT 👏🏻

@AndrewThronImprovements 7 ай бұрын

It’s the small stuff! Thanks for watching - I appreciate it!

@bellagirlgirl8827 4 ай бұрын

That's the best-looking drop ceiling I've ever seen! The whole project is amazing!!

@AndrewThronImprovements 4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@jragonwriter6316 8 ай бұрын

I thought I didn't like drop ceilings but yours looks terrific! I especially like how the light panels match the non-lighted ones!

@thepartyofseven 6 ай бұрын

Great value added content. Thanks for putting this all together. You could make a spin off video on probably 30 different parts of this project. Took me weeks to get all the carpet staples out of our stairs when we re-did those! Nice work all around!

@Grace2shar 6 ай бұрын

Just, wow! The skill set level I imagine you must have to master all these jobs is impressive! I could never!!!! Thanks for taking us along for the ride!

@hoangnguyen-um5bh 7 ай бұрын

This video is a must-watch for DIY enthusiasts and homeowners looking to maximize their budget. Wow, it showcases the potential for incredible transformations when you roll up your sleeves and take on a project with dedication and skill.

@MakhtarNdiaye-uk3eq 6 ай бұрын

You have my sincere admiration, Andrew. It is simply so very righteous that there are men with this level of skill, like you. What a remarkable change this was.

@onlyme8870 7 ай бұрын

Not a fan of basement renovation unless I know water isn't coming in in the future. I used to install basement systems for water remediation. And have torn alot of these wonderfully built sculpted basements apart just to solve water issues. So a tip is to make sure exterior grading is perfect for water remediation and even having one inside before making these wonderful upgrades. You did such a wonderful project thumbs up to to the result.

@ls60fd 7 ай бұрын

Great advice. We have a big basement we thought of finishing. The previous owner said it was a "dry basement" but has no sump hole. Well after about a year we started getting water in the basement. So first thing is to get that taken care of. French drain possibly.

@user-jm5pb1pw9q 3 ай бұрын

What a captivating time-lapse transformation! The money-saving approach and hands-on tips make it seem achievable for someone like me who's considering a home renovation but hesitant about the costs.

@user-ln8qi5oy1r Ай бұрын

This is amazing and extremely inspirational! You gave us footage from start to finish! As a content creator myself, just wanted to give you props for setting that camera up on the days you just wanted to do the work. That dedication is an amazing end result! There are some small projects around my house I want to do, and this video shows me, that it is more than possible with patience, preparation, and the right tools and methods!

@tranfamily1504 5 ай бұрын

Man you did a great job. Thanks for the step by step guide. I will most likely try to replicate what you did with yours because my basement looks pretty similar.

@PARADIGMCREATIVEGROUP 8 ай бұрын

Fantastic video! I just learned so much. Being a first time homeowner, this is why KZfaq becomes the first place I always look to learn new things :) Congratulations on building your own basement too. Nothing better than when you do something yourself 👌

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

I appreciate it - and I couldn't agree more of YT!

@richardobryan8041 5 ай бұрын

Done this for my living for 45+ yrs.....nice job, it's a lot of work and money.

@DTay92 Ай бұрын

@homednbinc7353 5 ай бұрын

Great work on the entire basement renovation. Your basement looks awesome! Absolutely incredible job!

@alyssadler6301 8 ай бұрын

This was a great makeover - turned out really really nice. Clearly you’re a professional. Enjoyed the video thanks - I’ll be watching!!

@esotericone9101 4 ай бұрын

Amazing! I just bought an older home earlier this year and it needs a lot of cosmetic love. I wish I had your talent 💕💕

@Kyle-qf5zc 8 ай бұрын

Basement looks awesome. Man, nothing beats having the right tool for the job. That router makes hanging the odd pieces of drywall look like a breeze, will definitely be getting me one!

@izznice6969 6 ай бұрын

Well done, I did the same thing in my basement. Some of the things that I noticed when I did mine is the tuck tape eventually loses its stickiness and comes off in places, so I ended up putting three layers of tape just for the extra protection. I also used foam gasket under the pressure treated to keep it away from the concrete.

@melanielong6232 9 ай бұрын

Looks fantastic! Great work on the entire basement renovation.

@AndrewThronImprovements 9 ай бұрын

Thanks you!

@robertstewart5685 5 ай бұрын

I’ve done 3- basements in my life and it’s so much easier than my first in 1980, yours is fantastic

@67johnnyjoe 6 ай бұрын

Such meticulous attention to detail! Your skills and talent are off the charts!!!

@davidhall5520 4 ай бұрын

You got it bud..every guy needs to do this...if you mess up hell just fix it..the satisfaction of doing something like this is priceless!..

@diginandpitchin 3 ай бұрын

I’m a woman, and I need these tips. My mom and step dad live with me in my old house. It needs lots of work.

@justinhc123 4 ай бұрын

Great work, man. Looks terrific. For anyone else doing this work, I would personally put down roofing felt on the concrete before the LVP. I know most of your LVP claims to have a built in moisture barrier, but I still think another one isn’t a bad idea. Sooooo much moisture will be coming out of that slab on grade that a dedicated barrier will help in my humble opinion.

@mikewilhelmson8413 5 ай бұрын

Nice work man. I'm a carpenter, and I've finished many many basements. If you are truly a diyer and not a tradesman I am truly impressed.

@SCOTTLUDWICK 7 ай бұрын

A must-watch for anyone considering a home renovation project. The video's detailed documentation of a $30,000 cost-saving journey is impressive, and the results are stunning. It's a valuable resource for those looking to tackle ambitious home improvement projects while staying on budget. kudos

@zorvie7816 8 ай бұрын

A possible suggestion for future time lapse videos would be to voiceover your commentary instead of typing it, and maybe slow down the speed of the clips. Maybe I'm just a slow reader, but I kept having to pause the video to read the caption before it jumped to a different clip, and I didn't want to miss anything. The basement looked phenomenal when finished, Overall 10/10 great work and video!

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

I hear ya! I have done voiceovers in the past but thought I would try text this time. I will try to leave them on longer, but there is just so much information to pack into 12 minutes haha

@smshh33 8 ай бұрын

Agreed. I watched on 0.5x 😂 Basement looks dope

@christinee2749 8 ай бұрын

You definitely need to make sure your stud is straight 😂 sorry I couldn’t help myself 🤭

@christinee2749 8 ай бұрын

You’re very talented Andrew is there anything you can’t do?

@reed6514 8 ай бұрын

I missed some of the text, but didn't really care. Watched more for entertainment, or i guess edutainment, than to actually help me refinish a basement.

@tyleryoung4826 8 ай бұрын

Well done mate, so satisfying after all that hard work and your able to appreciate the space you've created!

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Appreciate the support!

@sportbackjack251 7 ай бұрын

Nice job love the transformation Job well done.. I’m currently doing a DIY remodeling on my basement along with my wife and seeing your video gave me some inspiration and I’m right on track

@johnmore3823 6 ай бұрын

I’ve never wanted to start working on my house so bad. Videos like this motivate me like crazy.

@leostolfi8458 8 ай бұрын

Andrew, sheer awesomeness man! I so appreciate you taking all of the time to video and comment/explain. You give me much need motivation and inspiration. I cannot even imagine the time that it took you to not only accomplish this, but video it for us. Thank you again.

@Warkive 8 ай бұрын

You took a video I would normally have skimmed through and likely jumped to the finished product, and condensed it to the perfect level for viewing. Nice work, both on the reno and the video.

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Appreciate it! The pace is a little fast for some, but I like to "keep it moving". I have detailed videos of each project if people want a detailed description of every step. Thanks for Watching!

@NiNitosix 8 ай бұрын

It was absolutely perfect! Music of different genres to make everyone happy. Amazing work! I 100% enjoyed it and wouldn’t change a thing. Someone is always going to complain about something. Thanks for sharing!!

@anglemegla 6 ай бұрын

Excellent stuff with added value. I appreciate you organizing all of this. You could certainly create a spin-off video for this topic based on thirty distinct aspects. It took me several weeks to remove every carpet staple from our refinished stairs! Excellent work everywhere!

@ninji5226 5 ай бұрын

Awesome job, night and day. I did this a few years ago to my basement with zero carpentry experience. Spray painted my ceiling black, used paneling on the walls, and hired out carpet installation to keep things simple. I probably spent as much time figuring out my next move as I did executing that move. Learned a ton though. You don't know what your capable of until you try.

@yakubpatel1403 9 ай бұрын

A perfect all job done by one man army!

@AndrewThronImprovements 9 ай бұрын

Haha appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

@mysterioanonymous3206 8 ай бұрын

Yeah man really appreciate the time-lapse... That's so cool to watch. Loads of work in that basement. ✌️

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Thanks!!

@400080vikkash 4 ай бұрын

Great job on the transformation, must feel rewarding! As an electrician, a tip I only saw was you didn't need the nail plates on the studs when your drilling the hole in the center of the stud. It's only when your like a inch away from the edge.

@jonscarboro123 6 ай бұрын

Huge props on everything, especially the ceiling and floors! Great job!!

@jonathandspike 8 ай бұрын

Incredible work - so many different skills on display here getting everything done! Your basement looks awesome!

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Jonathan! I appreciate it!

@gabrielalicea4803 8 ай бұрын

One of the most satisfying things I’ve seen. I wish I had those skills. Pretty amazing. ❤

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

I really appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

@MichaET168 7 ай бұрын

This really reminds me of my basement construction project. I was really glad I paid someone to do the drywall mudding... otherwise I did everything like in this video. Great work! Especially love the table you made

@valariecaprini8848 6 ай бұрын

Great job! Not only looks great but also added a lot of value to your home!

@carsondrake9219 8 ай бұрын

It turned out great. How long start to finish? I did nine about 3 years back. Total cost roughly 10k lowest quote I had was 60k. Took 6+ months and a lot of KZfaq University to learn how to build. Maybe a good series is a how to but start at step one. I found most people start at step 3 and expect you to have some knowledge of what you are tying to do.

@patty109109 7 ай бұрын

Looks good. Having done two basements now I’m convinced that for most people spraying the ceiling black is the way to go. I’m finishing my basement now in the first room I did that and I don’t regret it for a second. It’s so much faster and it actually looks good.

@AndrewThronImprovements 7 ай бұрын

I definitely thought about that for a minute!

@earlem9771 6 ай бұрын

Spraying the ceiling meaning the underside of the floor boards?

@ocpbmuse 4 ай бұрын

Would that work if you were insulating?

@terrilynnburley9071 2 ай бұрын

Beyond anything and type of professional work I've ever seen. Brilliant!!!!!!!!

@dmt0430 8 ай бұрын

I really admire you doing all this.

@BaconIsNotBiceps 8 ай бұрын

As a guy who's never had any interest in doing this sort of work I have also admired and respected those who do. This is absolutely mind-blowing, Andrew. That there are guys like you with skill like this is just so damn righteous. What an amazing transformation this was. I couldn't wait for the finished product, and you delivered and then some. Be proud my man, be very proud. 💪

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

I really appreciate the support bro! Thanks!

@Lee_bonus_family 9 ай бұрын

Amazing, you’re giving me inspiration to do my basement.

@AndrewThronImprovements 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and good luck! with your project!

@dahnyul 8 ай бұрын

Looks great!!! Really cool to see the entire process. Motivating!!! Thank you 😁

@rob4966 6 ай бұрын

The way you explain things is an art

@jamesandrew4859 8 ай бұрын

Beautiful job Andrew. And that ceiling has changed my opinion of dropped ceilings!

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

I appreciate it! And I hear you. I was 100% against drop ceilings until I found out they made some like this.

@nofurtherwest3474 8 ай бұрын

I still don’t like drop ceilings. Prefer drywall or just painting the raw ceiling joists, wires and all (aka the industrial look) But I agree this drop ceiling looks decent

@johnstup4479 9 ай бұрын

Great to see this project in a time lapse video. Turned out great! I don’t recall a video on the barn door. Looks like you used left over LVP flooring on it. Looks great! Looking forward to seeing the bathroom build.

@AndrewThronImprovements 9 ай бұрын

I appreciate it! Barn door video will be part of the bathroom series. Coming soon!

@VictoriaFisher-nw5gg 3 ай бұрын

I felt a sense of accomplishment just by watching the video and the budget-friendly approach showcased was really impressive!

@dedezz13 6 ай бұрын

I truly admire people that know how to do this stuff its crazy 🤯

@irenesingleton4362 8 ай бұрын

I wish you could come do my basement. This is such an amazing skill. I wish I had picked up some of it from my father while he was still here. Great job.

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

I appreciate it! Thanks for watching! Also, my dad doesn’t know how to do any of this haha I learned everything from KZfaq!

@grouchostarx531 8 ай бұрын

My husband and I have a basement just like your “before” basement. Concrete block walls, concrete floors, etc. We purchased our house with the intention/hope of being able to finish our basement into a gaming area and add more living space-and resale value-to our home. Honestly, the idea of trying to do it all ourselves terrifies us, but we’re either too brave or too dumb to listen to the fear so we decided that we’re going for it either way. Your video has provided not only a good example and inspiration, but also the reassurance that all of our ideas that we have in mind are actually possible. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. ❤

@travisjohnson6503 4 ай бұрын

The whole video of your work was excellent my friend. I just purchased my 1st home in October and I have a little mancave that I wanna fix. Looking forward to the next adventure you have install.

@Snottynose. 6 ай бұрын

Good job. Love that you got straight into it. Let the working talk

@ihasmax 8 ай бұрын

Looks awesome. Only thing I would have done first instead having experienced this is making absolutely sure the basement was water proofed. Our last house had a finished basement but with heavy rain we had water issues and had to rip a lot out and have drain tile installed and subtle foundation cracks repaired. We were able to get it put back together and have had zero issues since, but when we finish the basement in the new house I’m definitely doing the waterproofing part first

@nofurtherwest3474 8 ай бұрын

Spot on. Very important

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Totally agree - I had drain tiles put in beforehand 👍

@ihasmax 8 ай бұрын

@@AndrewThronImprovements awesome, and good to know as I'll be finishing a new basement and want to know I'm on the right track!

@liza3337 8 ай бұрын

Everyone's got their own taping technique.

@Nancy-zk9dj 8 ай бұрын

Great job! Its nice to see someone putting up drywall the way I've always done/helped with. You see all kinds of crazy ways that just make you wonder! You got some skills there 👍❤️👍

@jessemascorro5597 5 ай бұрын

Nice! I’ve been wanting to fix my basement for a while to have an art studio and workout area for a while because my room is a bit small. I’m saving up money and trying to find ways to raise enough to do that and this gives me motivation to keep at it!

@Sunshine-jb2zs Ай бұрын

You are very very talented. Wish I knew how to do this stuff. It's so important to have skills like this

@615knights 8 ай бұрын

What spacing did you use for your drywalling? Also love using the screws to hold up the top board. It’s genius

@TheAfezio 8 ай бұрын

Looks great! One question, does the vinyl flooring not recommend a 'cushioning' underneath like laminate flooring does?

@yi3nn 8 ай бұрын

The higher end LVP has nice padding on them already. It’s a huge time saver and with the cheap flooring you still have to buy separate padding so the cost just about evens out.

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Hi! The comment below is correct. The LVP I installed had a "underlayment" attached to the bottom of the LVP plank.

@coreybeach1807 8 ай бұрын

Dry core?

@susanmcconnell6041 7 ай бұрын

AWESOME RESULTS!!! 🥰🥰 You make it look like something I could, as a 70+ year old woman, manage on my own. I'm on a fixed income, so any DIY I can handle is certainly welcome. Again, AWESOME JOB!!!

@matthewrusso1350 Ай бұрын

Wow, that is incredible! What great workmanship on everything.

@ProductionWorks 8 ай бұрын

What was the total cost in materials? (Excluding tools) and how long did this take? Awesome work!

@WhoFC 4 ай бұрын

Yes what was the cost ?

@Crosis101 8 ай бұрын

My 9 y/o daughter wanted to watch this video. She would like you to know, “this is the best basement in the world!” Looks great! Awesome job!:)

@felixpeterman9303 5 ай бұрын

I love the mold home surround you installed, if someone wants to contain mold inside their house and breathe black or white mold that's perfect for it putting it between the wall and the foam what an excellent breeding ground for mold

@fadelmuthana 5 ай бұрын

Wow 🤩 😭 good tears for the final finish.

@JoseHernandez-io7pr 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the inspiration man. Gives me confidence to give it a go myself on my projects. Much appreciated.!

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Appreciate it! Good luck with your projects!

@brandywineblogger1411 7 ай бұрын

Wow! You just increased the value of your house. The transformation is nothing less than amazing. However I'm just guessing that you've never had a problem with a damp basement or flooding after a big rain storm. Never the less, your creativity, skill and talent will always be in demand.

@rlclips8661 7 ай бұрын

I was wondering about that too. Seemed like there was some evidence of water gathering

@AndrewThronImprovements 7 ай бұрын

I definitely had some water issues previously. I had interior drain tiles and a sump pump installed before finishing the basement!

@Grungedude93 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video man. I am at the beginning stages of finishing my basement. This points me in the right direction

@slapnuts481 5 ай бұрын

Just a tip as a mason. It's not a good idea to put foam on the inside of your block walls. This stops the heat from escaping through the block if you live in a cold climate and will cause your walls to be pushed in from frost. I would recommend doing it on the outside or not doing it at all.

@ildecruz4997 7 ай бұрын

For those remodeling a basement in humid areas, you will need more insulation on the walls to avoid condensation.

@doudoubleg 6 ай бұрын

If I’m not mistaken you’d also want a barrier between the concrete and LVT flooring.

@doveysabee 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely Amazing my friend. Great job especially with the filming dedication and angles! and thank you as well for the inspiration and cost breakdown! Shalom and God Bless!

@musicman2303 6 ай бұрын

First video I've seen from you. Incredible work! Can't wait to see more.

@Mr-Chris 8 ай бұрын

I love this video. The only thing I would have done different was to paint the basement walls with Drylock before framing as an extra layer of water protection. Otherwise this is great.

@nofurtherwest3474 8 ай бұрын

You want to solve the water problems from the outside. Also get a sump pump if making this big of an improvement

@n40tom 8 ай бұрын

@@nofurtherwest3474 You are so correct. I have a friend who is a commercial Caulker and he said something to me that really makes sense. He said you can't keep water out but you can keep it from coming in and that all stems from water pressure.

@m4teo852 8 ай бұрын

Pretty basic basement finish really love the ceiling tiles

@AndrewThronImprovements 8 ай бұрын

Agreed and thanks!

@laynalocascio8502 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely beautiful and sooooo comforting! I can’t wait to just go sit on that couch!

@ChingoMandinguez 4 ай бұрын

Awesome job! Everything looks very crisp and well planned.

@juliejohnson5724 8 ай бұрын

Okay absolutely love the carpet , fire place and sofa! As a girl I generally hate basements but this one changes my mind cuz it looks like a room that could easily be located on a first floor! There’s no basement vibes well done and Bravo 💪👏

@stevenmoomey2115 8 ай бұрын

When installing foam panels, you must install Fire Stops, a minimum of every 10 feet. Usually they get installed every Eight Feet, or every other vertical seam. Also Fire Stops must be installed Horizontally.

@Jiu-JitsuJourney257 4 ай бұрын

Basements aren’t a thing where I live but I envy you so much. I’ve always wanted a finished basement. Nice work

@iangray-ns4lk 2 ай бұрын

Watching this video was like witnessing a home makeover miracle! The host's dedication and attention to detail are evident in every frame, and the final result is stunning. I'm amazed by how much money they saved by taking on the project solo-a true testament to the power of DIY.

@AndrewThronImprovements 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate it!

@williambabeaux 7 ай бұрын

Extremely impressive! Thanks for going into so much detail in showing every step!

@AndrewThronImprovements 7 ай бұрын

Appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

@MatthiasMak 2 ай бұрын

Wicked video. Im hesitant to do drop down ceiling as my basement is only 7 feet tall. At 6’5 I wanted to leave as much space as possible, however the trade off with the simplicity of the lighting, and design seems to be a better trade off. Will definitely use this video during my development! Thanks!

@RUDYLOVE72 4 ай бұрын

WOW AWESOME JOB, IM A FAN OF BASEMENTS AND YOU GAVE ME A LOT OF IDEAS. THANKS FOR THIS GREAT VIDEO GOD BLESS

@apriloftheangels 5 ай бұрын

This a great video but I had to run it at half speed to be able to read and appreciate the hard work you put into it. You could easily create a few videos from this one. Great content!

@denisnicholson2528 6 ай бұрын

Good stuff man! Gets me inspeied to do some DIY when we finally find a place to live.

@user-hp4tv5mh5o 3 ай бұрын

Love what you did to your basement-I'd like to be able to do that to mine someday-A lot of hard work-thanks for sharing.

@bgrady24 7 ай бұрын

Great job. As a landlord I’ve done many of the jobs done here. Just finished one a few weeks ago. A lot of pride when it’s done. Tangible results that you can enjoy.

@AndrewThronImprovements 7 ай бұрын

Totally agree! Thanks for watching and glad your basement turned out well!