Basement Finishing Photo Album: Creating the Finished Look with BrightWall™
Homeowners in Lake Saint Louis, MO. wanted to give their basement a finished look that would make the space seem more comfortable and inviting, but didn't want to worry about the finished walls rotting or getting moldy due to water leaks.
Woods Basement Systems had the perfect product that could do both; BrightWall™. BrightWall™ is a rigid inner wall similar to drywall. The difference is that BrightWall™ does not require studs to be mounted against the wall. Instead, the vinyl and concrete boards are fastened to the foundation walls. What makes BrightWall™ the better basement finishing solution is because it isn't made from any organic materials like wood and paint. Instead, BrightWall™ is made of concrete with a vinyl surface that gives a pleasant outer look. It also means that BrightWall™ is totally resistant to mold and water damage. Mold requires organic material to feed on in order to grow, which is why it can thrive on wooden studs in the basement. BrightWall™ doesn't have any organic materials, so mold can't grow on it.
BrightWall™ is also waterproof and will not be damaged in the event that the basement gets flooded. The vinyl surface is also easy to clean, so if a basement flood does happen, BrightWall™ can withstand it and look like it never even happened. It can also help waterproof the basement as a whole by blocking any water that might leak in through cracks in the foundation walls. This water can instead be redirected down into the perimeter drainage system so it can be carried to the sump pump and removed from the home.
Not only can BrightWall™ be integrated with perimeter drainage systems, but it can also work well with foundation support products like the wall anchors in this home. The rigid construction of BrightWall™ means that the wall anchors can still provide their support across from inside the finished wall.
The end result is a beautiful and finished basement wall without any concern over damaging rot or mold occuring behind the wall. The homeowners can now relax in a comfortable new space that looks good and helps keep the basement dry.
Wooden Studs Can Cause Problems
Many finished walls consist of wooden studs that support drywall. The problem with this system is that wood is organic and can rot or even grow moldy. The homeowner would have to remove and replace the wooden studs any time the walls leaked.
Normal Foundation Walls
Normal foundation walls made of concrete can often crack and leak. BrightWall™ will block these leaks with the help of its vinyl covering and direct those leaks into the perimeter drainage system rather than allowing the leaks to enter the basement space.
In Progress
This drywall is being replaced by BrightWall™. BrightWall™ will last much longer as it won't ever grow moldy or rotten and is waterproof.
BrightWall™ Against the Foundation Walls
BrightWall™ can be installed against pretty much any wall in a basement, but is best used against foundation walls. Foundation walls are where water leaks into basements, so having a waterproof wall against the foundation wall will help keep the basement dry and safe.
Working with Drainage Systems
BrightWall™ can be tied into the existing perimeter drainage system, allowing any water that it blocks from entering the basement to be directed into the drainage system and to the sump pump.
BrightWall™ and Wall Anchors
BrightWall™ panels are sturdy enough that foundation support products like these wall anchors can continue to provide their support through BrightWall™ rather than having to interrupt BrightWall™ to make space for them.
BrightWall™ with Wall Anchors and a Perimeter Drainage System
BrightWall™ works well with other basement protection products such as the perimeter drainage system and these wall anchors that support the foundation walls.
