Author Archives: John Turner

Over the years Marvelous Basements has completed many basement projects where we are called in to fix the mistakes or finish a project started by a DIY homeowner. Now don’t get me wrong. I respect anyone who wants to tackle … Continue reading →

One of the best ways to complete an efficient remodeled basement is to create a kitchen or wet bar area in the basement design. For the majority of homeowners, the motivation to remodel their basement comes from the desire to … Continue reading →

It’s getting close to that time of year again: Winter. As the fall temperatures begin to slowly creep lower and lower we are reminded that cold weather is just around the corner and with it comes all the challenges of … Continue reading →

Having a quality finished basement is a priority for most homeowners. A common problem that arises for DIY vets is how to handle leveling out their basement floor. Having a level basement floor can be a key component to successfully … Continue reading →

When designing a bathroom for your St. Louis basement finishing project there is a myriad of options to choose from. A bathroom can be one of the highlighted features in your remodeled basement but it can also serve as a … Continue reading →

Clients often ask us about finances in regards to their basement project. We know that nobody has a never-ending stream of money to work with…and that’s okay. Because having a nice finished basement doesn’t require that you break the bank. … Continue reading →

Many of our potential customers are trying to determine if and why they should get a finished basement. In fact most are weighing the pros and cons right now. I can’t speak to the list of cons that each individual … Continue reading →

At Marvelous Basements we are known for what our name says, creating marvelous basements. But in our 25 years of experience we have been able to provide our customers with more than just great basement design. We also specialize in … Continue reading →

Basement design is the key to creating the perfect remodeled space. If a contractor tells you that all there is to it is just framing up four walls and adding some drywall he’s fooling you. Basement design is everything when … Continue reading →

A home gym is a great feature to include in a finished basement. When designed properly a new home gym can function as an integral part of your family’s lifestyle. For some, a home gym may be the very reason … Continue reading →