Vaulted ceilings are always a challenge in basements. This project the ceiling was covered with membrane and linked to the wall and floor waterproofing, and then was plastered in traditional lime render to give it the old style feeling in keeping with the rest of the houses’ décor.

All walls & ceiling lined with cavity drainage membraneAll joints in membranes sealed and tapedNew timber floor laid throughoutBasement TV roomInternal staircase waterproofed and convertedVentilation installed to regulate condensationLarge living space createdLighting used to light barrel ceilingVaulted ceiling rendered and new TV room createdNew basement living room

Project Details

The project required lowering the floor to increase headroom, removal of storage plinths to the side walls, waterproofing the basement with a cavity drainage membrane system and a complete fit out.

The membranes were then linked to a sump and pumping station to keep the space dry.

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Location: Tamworth
Completed: 2005