Basement Walls

Partition Walls

Because partition walls don't have to support the weight of the house, they are easy to construct and install in virtually any basement location to create separate rooms. This versatility also makes them ideal for camouflaging posts and other obstructions that can't be moved.

Typical stud-wall construction is sufficient for partition walls, but don't stifle your creative instincts. Curved walls or walls made of glass blocks are simple ways to enhance a basement. Also, you can open a windowless room to other areas of the basement by adding a window to an interior partition wall.

Be sure to insulate partition stud walls that define noisy spaces, such as the laundry room or home theater, or private spaces, such as an office or bedroom, following the sound proofing guidelines on the next page.