It is very common when buying a new house to have an unfinished basement. You have good intentions to finish it, but if you aren’t careful it could sit there for years as wasted space. Here are four ways to make the most of your basement.

1. Bring In Extra Income

If you have a basement that doesn’t get much use, with just a little bit of basement remodeling Spokane WA you could have an entirely separate apartment in your basement complete with a kitchen. This can give you the opportunity to make some extra income by renting it out.

2. Free Play Space for Kids

Having kids is messy. There are toys all over the house and it can become very frustrating to constantly feel like you are trying to clean. If you use the basement as a play area for your kids where toys are kept, it can help keep the main areas of your home mess-free. 

3. Enjoy the Theater Experience

The best place for a theater room is a dark basement. If you have the space, all you need to do is invest in a projector, screen and some comfortable seating. Add some popcorn and drinks and you have yourself the perfect set up for great movie watching in your own home.

4. Get Fit at Home

Not everyone enjoys the luxuries of being able to go to the gym when they want to. If you bring the gym to you, you can meet your goals of being healthy without leaving your house. Buy some good weights, mats and a bench and you can do just about any exercise.

Don’t let your basement go to waste. You can use the space to get healthy, let you and your kids enjoy yourself or even bring in some extra money.