Basement finally done 1 1/2 years later.... - Page 2

DasBoot · 09-21-2008, 11:42 AM

Very nice! Where's the car(s)? It ain't a true "man cave" without cars. Perhaps you could assemble, piece-by-piece, a 911 down there. That would be a conversation piece.

P.S. - How do you get a toilet to flush "up"? That always puzzles me...

billybek · billybek's Garage

Quote:

Originally Posted by DasBoot

P.S. - How do you get a toilet to flush "up"? That always puzzles me...

Flush up??
The plumbing (a better question might be "why is there a 'b' in plumbing?") sewer runs out to a sanitary sewer mains or to a septic field on the property. Usually the main sanitary line is located under the basement slab, so you don't have to flush up, just slightly downhill.
Flushing up just doesn't leave you with a positive mental picture, does it?
Nice job on that basement by the way!!!
I am just in the middle of doing mine and I am having a hard time finding the time to get it done.

DasBoot · 09-21-2008, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by billybek

Flush up??
The plumbing (a better question might be "why is there a 'b' in plumbing?") sewer runs out to a sanitary sewer mains or to a septic field on the property. Usually the main sanitary line is located under the basement slab, so you don't have to flush up, just slightly downhill.

I've been in quite a few basements where the sewer main exits about 4' from the floor.

onewhippedpuppy · 09-21-2008, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DasBoot

I've been in quite a few basements where the sewer main exits about 4' from the floor.

In that case, you use a lift station. AKA, a sump pump for poo.

Well done sir! I've been finishing mine for 9 mo now, evenings and weekends, sometimes taking weeks off at a time. Mainly to fix other stuff.

Finishing up the plumbing, almost ready for sheetrock. No home theatre for me though, in my case it's two bedrooms, a bathroom, a living room, and office, and a toy/storage room. So you win.

cstreit · cstreit's Garage

WOW man. Just awesome!

rnln · 09-21-2008, 02:24 PM

finally word, you guys are amazing!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JonT

Thanks for the kind comments. This took 1 1/2 years of mostly weekend work for me (aside from the framing). My dad was a huge help with the framing--he did probably 70% of it working several hours per day--he's retired. The soffits were a huge pain. They probably took just as long as the outer walls. I took pictures at each stage of the completion so its a neat record of how it all went in. I had to paint the entire basement walls 6 times (!) Primer, base coat, then 4 coats of this $40/gallon glaze that needs a special roller (I found this out after 2 coats that showed every roller line). My wife picked out the paint at Lowes and they didnt tell her about the "special" roller. Thanks idiot. Electrical is not difficult just very time consuming with all the planning (most important), pulling romex, and attaching everything. Most of the lights are on dimmers--highly recommended. Tilework with 18" tiles wore me out--not sure I'd to that again but they look fantastic. I had to adapt the projector to work on the 8 ft ceiling so thats why its at such an extreme angle so yes the vertical offset is maxed out. Picture is wonderful with a good HD movie or tv signal. Sports, movies and PS3 are UNBELIEVABLE to watch. Speakers are Magnepan--and they sound amazing. My wife and I love to entertain and now we finally have a place to do it. I really wish I could say I was done but I'm afraid the kitchen is next....

buttjoint · 09-21-2008, 02:31 PM

Great job. Would have made things a lot easier and faster had you used metal studs. Things like your soffets are a real snap and you probably could have saved a few bucks. Great job, I am sure your proud, I would be...

djmcmath · 09-21-2008, 02:32 PM

Beautiful -- that's what a basement should look like. Wow.

Heel n Toe · 07:49 PM

Great job, jon... I can see how that tile floor would wear ya out... but it looks amazing.

How are the acoustics down there? When you have the volume turned way up, do the dishes vibrate in the kitchen upstairs?

One more thing... if you're gonna call it a mancave, you gotta ditch that lavender-colored box of facial tissues sittin' on the toilet tank. LOL

rammstein · 09-21-2008, 08:37 PM

When can I move in?

911Rob · 911Rob's Garage

Great Job!
Well worth the effort!

mike monde · 09-22-2008, 08:21 AM

Outstanding, nice job! Thanks for sharing

JonT · 09-22-2008, 11:59 AM

John R--the acoustics are ok but I insulated the ceiling and although its not the ultimate in soundproofing it seems to do an ok job as long as the sub isnt set too loud. I knew I would catch some static on the tissue box and paper roll--I'll let my wife figure that out!

gassy · 09-22-2008, 12:18 PM

Very nice work. Looks great.

onewhippedpuppy · 09-22-2008, 12:20 PM

Jon, how did you insulate the ceiling? I want to make certain I insulate mine against the foot/other noise on our main floor, as we will have mostly wood and ceramic tile. I hate hearing footsteps above when I'm in a basement. My current plan is to use 5/8 QuietRoc, which supposedly has approximately the same sound insulating qualities as 5/8 sheetrock and sound insulation.

JonT · 09-22-2008, 05:52 PM

Matt--I didn't do anything special with the insulation--just stuffed the same wall insulation into between the ceiling joists. I looked at some other insulating options (double drywall, susended ceiling) but basically didnt want to pay for it. We have carpet upstairs so not as critical as yours with tile and wood. How much more is the QuietRoc? Sounds like a decent product. Good luck with your project -- you will love it when it's done.