Author Archives: John Turner

No St. Louis basement finishing project would be complete without a home theater system added to the design. For most of our customers a new basement means new opportunities to entertain and a home theater is usually the focal point … Continue reading →

No one is going to care about your basement remodeling project more than you. It’s an important step in your home’s evolution. If you are like most homeowners, you are going to want a contractor who is responsive to your … Continue reading →

A lot goes into to designing a quality finished basement space. It’s not just about getting nice cabinets or pretty carpeting. More times than not most of the effort goes into finding a way to get the most out of … Continue reading →

Marvelous Basements offers our clients many finance options for your basement finishing project that other contractors do not. For clients who want complete control, this means you decide who gets paid when, have the ability to negotiate with vendors, receive great … Continue reading →

When planning your basement remodel, you certainly should consider return on investment.  One of the best ways to maximize this return is to include a bathroom in your finished basement. Studies have shown that the number one return on investment … Continue reading →

If you are considering finishing your basement, be sure to watch this video!  In it we explain why it’s so important to do it right the first time. By using the right materials in the first place, you can avoid … Continue reading →

There are true, tangible differences between Marvelous Basements and other contractors. When you are deciding on a contractor for your basement finishing project, it’s important that you consider a number of factors. Below we have outlined a number of important … Continue reading →

The biggest consideration when deciding whether to install a drywall ceiling or an acoustic drop ceiling is preference. One of our major design goals is to make your lower level feel like the rest of your home.  You want a … Continue reading →

The short answer, yes.  There are really a couple different ways to look at it. Historically, studies have shown that you will recoup 75% of your direct investment.  So if you invest $10,000 in a finished basement you might expect … Continue reading →

One of the most important considerations in finishing your basement should be the construction and specifications of your wall system.  More specifically, you have to be sure to use the right kind of drywall and framing materials.  Not doing so … Continue reading →