The Dan Cave – Basement Bar – Before and After:
Building a Bar in your basement is probably the most logical way to transform that damp, dingy and literally scary basement space into a warm, inviting living area. First, learn to prepare your basement for the bar installation, then let your imagination run. Site member Dan decided to transform this nasty “endungeoned” corner of his basement into a cozy party bar. He did well. Great job Dan!
The Dan Cave – Before and After
Now isn’t that a better use of that dark old space? All it takes is a broom, some paint, some lumber and a great set of plans to help you build a warm inviting basement home bar pub. The only thing that suffers at the Dan Cave are the spiders who lost their homes.
Musty Basement Solutions:
If you have a similar basement situation as Dan, you will likely need to address basement moisture issues. A simple dehumidifier is a great place to start. Ozone generators can also help in reducing mold spores and that musty basement smell. Here are a few possible solutions…
Frigidaire 70-Pint Dehumidifier, Gray & White
Included Components: Owner's manual
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hOmeLabs 4500 Sq. Ft Energy Star Dehumidifier - Ideal for Large Rooms and Home Basements - Powerful Moisture Removal and Humidity Control - 50 Pint (Previously 70 Pint)
4,500 sq ft Large Dehumidifier: Our 15.4 x 11 x 24.3 inches dehumidifier with 1.6 gallon water tank capacity removes up to 50 pints (70 Pint 2012 DOE Standard) from the air per day depending on moisture condition and the size of your room. This is ou... read more
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Vremi 22 Pint 1,500 Sq. Ft. Dehumidifier Energy Star Rated for Medium Spaces and Basements
$178.99Our dehumidifier removes up to 22 pints (30 Pint 2012 DOE Standard) from the air per day. This Energy Star certified dehumidifier is fit to quickly and effectively absorb moisture with minimal energy consumption in medium to large rooms We designed o... read more
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Shinco 6,000 Sq.Ft Energy Star Dehumidifier, Ideal for Large Rooms and Home Basements, Efficient Moisture Removal with Adjustable Humidity Control, 1.32 Gallons Water Tank
【6,000 Sq.Ft DEHUMIDIFIER】- Shinco dehumidifier removes up to 120 pints (under 95°F,90%RH condition) of moisture from the air a day and adjust humidity from 30% to 80% in 5% increments which is easier to maintain a ideal 45%-55% humidity for your hea... read more
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hysure Dehumidifier,700ml Compact Deshumidificador 1200 Cubic Feet(215 sq ft) Quiet Portable Dehumidifier for Bathroom RV Dorm Room Baby Room Home - Black
Ultra-Quiet Technology: Use peltier technology with no compressor makes it lightweight and quiet. Noise is below 33dB with no annoying sound, offer quiet and sound when you are sleeping. Compact And Convenient For Small Areas: Compact mini dehumidifi... read more
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Tenergy Sorbi 1000ml Air Dehumidifier w/Air Purifying Function, True HEPA Filter, Auto Shutoff, Touch Control Adjustable Air Speed, Ultra-Quiet, Ideal for Closets and Bathrooms
$89.99Reduce excess moisture and make your living space more comfortable with a home dehumidifier. Dehumidifier and air cleaner – Tenergy’s portable dehumidifier uses Peltier technology and HEPA filtration to make your air more comfortable. The Sorbi has a... read more
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Whisper-quiet Eva-Dry EDV-1100 16 OZ Dehumidifier with Auto Shut Off and Restart for small spaces in your Home, RV, Automobile, and Storage up to 1100 cu. ft. (122 sq. ft)
PETITE DEHUMIDIFIER REMOVES MOISTURE: When ambient temperatures are above 50°F(10°C) and the relative humidity is above 55% you will begin to see the collection of moisture in the reservoir. With higher temperatures and relative humidity levels, the ... read more
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Ivation Ozone Generator Air Purifier, Ionizer & Deodorizer -Purifies Up to 3,500 Sq/Ft -Great for Dust, Pollen, Pets, Smoke & More Cherry
THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT MEET CALIFORNIA AIR CLEANER REGULATION REQUIREMENTS: CANNOT BE SHIPPED TO CALIFORNIA - Powerful Ion Energy – Releases Negative Ions to Purify & Refresh Up to 3,500 Sq/Ft Space for 24/7 Dust Control Improves Air Quality – Helps Y... read more
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OdorStop Professional Grade Ozone Generators (2500 Sq Ft)
$249.99🛑 TREATMENT AREA OF 2500 SQUARE FEET+: The OS2500 is perfect for deodorizing and sanitizing small medium spaces such as hotel suites, offices, homes, basements, and more. It will eliminate even the most severe odors caused by mold, bacteria, viruses,... read more
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Airthereal MA10K-PRO Ozone Generator 10000 mg/h High Capacity O3 Machine, Home Ionizer Odor Remover, Yellow
POWERFUL OUTPUT: The upgraded honeycomb ozone plate has a maximum ozone output of 10,000mg/h. This allows for more uniform and stable ozone output with a purification efficiency 50% higher than ordinary ozone plates. FAST PURIFICATION: The powerful b... read more
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OdorFree Villa 3000 Ozone Generator for Eliminating Odors, permanently removing Tobacco, Pet and Musty Odors at their Source - Easily Treats Up To 3000 Sq Ft
$379.00THE ORIGINAL ODORFREE – Over 20 Years in The Ozone Industry – “Our Mission is to Eliminate the Source of the Odor in Each Location.” HOW IT WORKS - The OdorFree takes normal Oxygen (O2) and converts it to Ozone (O3) which fills every cubic inch in th... read more
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Airthereal MA5000 Commercial Ozone Generator, High Capacity Ozone Machine Odor Removal - Home Air Ionizers O3 Deodorizer for Rooms, Smoke, Cars and Pets, Eliminate Odors up to 2000sq.ft., Blue
$79.99OZONE OUTPUT: An output of 5,000 mg/h can deodorize your space from odors, smoke, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs.) Use twice per week to maintain healthy air in your home. WHERE TO USE: Ozone generators can be to deodorize homes, offices, and s... read more
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VIVOSUN Ozone Generator
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WSTA Portable Ozone Generator Air Purifier 500mg/h Multipurpose Ozone Machine for Water, Food, Home and Office Using
Multipurpose Ozone Generator: This ozone machine can used for clean air and water.Ozone can effective removing odors, smoke odor,harmful gas,and there is no secondary pollution.Ozone water can be used to clean hands, skin, face, vegetables and fruits... read more
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Aqua-6, 120 mg/hour Water Ozone Generator
$79.99Transform your water issues with ease with the Aqua-6 Ozone Generator Produces 120 mg/hour of ozone--plenty for most applications, including ozonating drinking water Produces 600 mg/hour in tests; reduction is natural, as generator converts oxygen su... read more
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