Simply Basement conducted a recent survey* on what the people of Great Britain would do with a basement and found that ‘Man Caves’, ‘Dad Pads and ‘Man Crèches were one of the top things respondents would do with extra space in their homes. 27% of the 1,000 UK residents’ surveyed wanted space for boy’s toys such as pool tables, consoles and tools. They would also ‘pimp’ up their Man Caves with a bar and cinema screen so they can watch…
At Simply Basement, we treat the health and safety aspects of building your London basement conversion with the utmost seriousness to ensure the safety of our builders as well as you and your family. When you’re speaking to different basement conversion companies to find the right one to handle your basement conversion project, you should ask them about their approach and check it complies with HSE guidelines. Any reputable contractor will take the following steps into account. Before work begins:…
It may sound like something out of a Hollywood movie, but more and more London homeowners are making enquiries about safe rooms (also known as panic rooms) to help protect them and their family if they find themselves in danger. Basements, of course, provide a great place for a safe room since they are completely encased, only have one entrance and exit, and are easy to reinforce. While it might not be as glamorous as a home cinema or a…
According to this recent article in The Telegraph they are. The feature tells us to forget images of dank and dreary basements and to consider instead the desirable prospect that a basement has become. The article points to Knights House in Knightsbridge as an example of the London basement penthouse. A four-floor townhouse flaunting three apartments, its three-bedroom basement apartment is the most expensive and luxurious there, offering 4,451sq ft. over the ground and lower-ground floors with a screening room,…
When you’re considering a London basement conversion, you come up against a lot of questions – but the answers aren’t always so easy to find. This is especially complicated by the fact that there are still a lot of myths about basement conversions out there that can often scare you away from your own project. At Simply Basement, we specialise in basement conversions in London, so there’s probably not a question we haven’t been asked yet. To save you some…
With outdoor space limited and at a premium in overcrowded London, having the space around your own home to exercise and let off steam can seem like an impossible dream. However, with a basement conversion you can create your own exercise space at home with a swimming pool and gym. The idea of putting a swimming pool in the home can be a bit daunting and many people instantly worry about creating a space deep enough and the structural engineering…
Party Wall Agreements for Basement Conversions Party Wall Agreements play a crucial role in basement conversions, as they help to mitigate potential disputes with neighbours and ensure a smooth construction process. When undertaking any construction project, particularly one involving the transformation of a basement or cellar, it is essential to consider the potential impact on neighbouring properties and take necessary steps to maintain positive neighbourly relations. What is a Party Wall Agreement? A Party Wall Agreement serves as a…
A sump pump is installed to prevent dampness in basements that sit below the water table. They can also help in basements where flooding may have been a problem. While not the most glamorous part of your London basement conversion, they are essential in order to keep your brand new space free of damp. They work by removing water that has accumulated in a sump pit (a hole in the basement that collects water from various sources including the drains…
The annual Northcote Road Summer Fete is back on again this Sunday 12th July and we will be exhibiting together with our sister companies Simply Loft and Simply Extend. Starting at 11am until 5pm its a fun filled family day out, with lots of stalls, fairground rides and the mens Wimbledon finals being shown on a large screen. We will be on hand to answer any questions you may have on basement conversions such as planning, party wall matters and…
A frequently asked question from Simply Basement clients is whether their basement conversion will be at risk from damp, especially if a client has an existing cellar space which already has signs of damp and moisture. Here at Simply Basement, we are fully qualified to install delta membrane products into your new basement conversion which will protect your new space from any signs of water or damp. We’ll take you through some of the more technical sides of the importance…
