Matrix Basement Systems - Basement Finishing Blog: Blog

As a homeowner with a basement, you know just how much potential living space can get wasted in this otherwise dark and rarely frequented room. Basements were originally designed to be underground storage spaces for food, water and wine. However, these days, they are usually used for accessing pipes...

For homeowners that love to entertain, one of the most exciting ways to prepare the home for guests is with a basement transformation designed especially for socializing. The kitchen and living room areas aren’t always ideal for hosting guests, and a basement renovation can really add life to your g...

A house is a wonderful investment for many people. It provides a roof over your head, grants you space, and ultimately allows you to express your self however you see fit. This ability to design your living space makes every inch of the house highly valuable, which is why so many people are turning...

One of the most popular rooms to remodel is the basement. When done right, this room can serve as a valuable addition to maximize the space and add value to any home.  When it comes to choosing how to renovate the basement, the choices are endless—you can turn a basement into practically anythi...

Imagine this scene for a moment: You wake up in the morning with tired eyes and walk into your family living room. In your half-asleep state, you miss the torturous pile of Lego's from last night’s castle and walk right over them—OW! For most families with small kids, toys seem to overtake the h...

Considering how amazing an underground space can be for a variety of reasons, the basement tends to be one of the most underrated and underappreciated parts of the house. Typically, homeowners use their basement for the storage, for doing laundry, and other less glamorous purposes. In some cases, th...

Do you need extra space for a family room, a guest suite, a home office, or a man cave? Many Chicago houses are equipped with a basement which can be easily and affordably transformed from an unfinished space into the extra living areas you need. You’ll have the opportunity to start from scratch a...

For many people, the mention of a basement brings to mind a cold, drab, underground room that’s used for storage or doing laundry. However, in recent years, that trend has shifted dramatically—thanks to home remodeling shows, design blogs, and YouTube home remodeling vloggers that have expanded our...

Superbowl season is on the way, so what better time to create the custom basement man cave you’ve always wanted? If you’re looking for quality basement finishing, then you’ll be glad to discover Matrix Basement Systems! Our innovative basement systems will transfor...