How to open up basement stairs

It all started simple enough, we could not get our queen sized mattress up the staircase. I think the previous homeowners had a mattress with sections, so never had to confront the narrow passageway. The staircase was originally encased on all sides, with a doorway that had a removed door at the bottom. The effect was claustrophobic. Although the walls on either side of the staircase were load bearing, one would have to come down. Why? Well besides from being able to get a bed upstairs…

I'm doing a basement stairway makeover and I'm SO excited. I ripped up the carpet last week and this week I'm installing the new stairs!

Follow this step-by-step guide to plan a basement renovation, from the necessary permits and tools, to tips on waterproofing and finishing touches. #finishedbasement #diyguide #howtoguide #diyhomeimprovement #basementrenovation

Our stairs were literally falling apart. My husband decided to DIY our new basement staircase. Part 1 of how we transformed our terribleunfinished basement stairs.

Adding character in your home does not have to be hard! We made these rustic vertical beams in our basement over top of the existing drywall posts. The staircase lacked any character before and I felt like didn't represent our style at all. I knew we would have to update down here eventually, but didn't really know what was going to be the plan for the stair case. Well, once again Curtis made all things possible with his mad skills! Read on to see how we made these easy rustic beams to brin

How to open a basement staircase by removing a wall and installing modern black rail and balusters.

Breath new life into your home with a staircase makeover, the first architectural element you and your visitors will see when entering your house!

We’re back to show the progress of our basement. First, Ben framed in the walls and moved the duct work. It ran through the middle of the ceiling and tall people hit their heads when they wa…