Many homeowners don’t realize the untapped potential of their basements. After waterproofing the area and installing comfortable flooring, it can be used for a wide variety of purposes. To create the perfect space for entertaining, here are a few home remodeling tips to follow. 

3 Ways to Maximize the Entertaining Potential of Home Basements 

1. Install Entertainment Equipment 

To create the feeling of a movie theater atmosphere in the basement, place a large flat-screen TV on one wall across from a few comfortable couches or chairs. You can position speakers in other parts of the room to create surround sound. The area should also have built-in storage to hold DVDs, video game cartridges, consoles, and other small items to keep possessions organized and cut down on clutter.  

2. Outfit the Space With a Kitchenette 

To eliminate the need to walk up and down stairs frequently for food and beverages, outfit the basement with a small kitchenette. You can place perishable items in a minifridge and dry goods in the cabinets. A home remodeling contractor can install a counter or island for dining and serving beverages and use the existing plumbing hookups for a sink. 

3. Consider a Bathroom

If you have the space, install a small bathroom in the basement. A home remodeling contractor can put the enclosure in a corner or another out-of-the-way area. This will be convenient for family members and guests, as it eliminates the need to go upstairs to use the facilities. 

To ensure you are happy with the results of your basement transformation, contact the home remodeling specialists at Apollo General Contracting. Based in Dayton, OH, the team at this locally owned and operated company is happy to lend their 40-plus years of experience to your project. Beyond basement finishing, they will also recommend additional exterior and interior remodeling projects to increase the value of your home. To schedule a free, in-person consultation in the Montgomery County area, call (937) 321-6759. Visit their website to see a gallery of their work.