Reader DIY - Finishing a Basement Bedroom

Have you ever thought about transforming your unfinished basement space into livable space? Minneapolis, MN homeowners John and Sara Smith did. 

With some hard work, and a relatively minimal investment, John and his wife Sara created a beautiful third bedroom (pictured) in their previously unfinished basement. Complete with a closet and enough room to comfortably fit a full-size bed, this room gives the Smiths a wealth of options for use without taking a dent out of their previously precious upstairs living space. 
 
"At first glance, the project was intimidating," said Sara. "Turning that dark basement space into a clean, comfortable room? But with a little hard work and money, it happened pretty fast. And we couldn't be happier with the end result."

Photo courtesy of John and Sara Smith.