How Can a Basement With Concrete Walls Be Finished?

Tile

• To cover the floor, you have many options, such as carpet and hardwood, but when it comes to the walls, it is important to select a material that will last for years. Ceramic and natural stone tiles are good choices for walls in your basement, and they can complement a wide array of other materials, given the variety of colors and styles.

Wood Paneling

• Wood paneling can look as modern or as old-fashioned as you want it to, which means you can customize your basement as you see fit. One old-fashioned method is to use old barn or fence material, run wainscoting a third of the way up the wall, and cover the rest of the wall to the ceiling with old, recycled tin from roofs. A more modern choice would be to use cedar or pine paneling all the way up, or use even an exotic hardwood such as Brazilian cherry.

Basement Bar

• If you want to turn your basement into a game room, include the tried-and-true design selection of a basement bar. You can make the bar as large as you want, running around one wall, two or even wrapping around the majority of the room in a restaurant-style theme. Use mirrors, cabinets and other wall hangings to cover the concrete to finish off your basement.

Stucco

• While stucco is more popular as an outdoor finish, stucco can be applied directly onto concrete walls for a rustic, handcrafted look. Choose from a variety of different finishes, such as a hand-troweled look, the knock-down pattern or anything in between. You can also add pigments to the stucco to change the color to match your other decor.