Homeowner`s Guide To - Owens Corning® Basement Finishing

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Homeowner’s Guide To
Basement
Now You Can Have
A Beautifully Finished,
Mold Resistant1,
Sound-Absorbing Basement
With A Lifetime Limited
Transferable Warranty2...
(as long as you own your home)
IN ABOUT TWO WEEKS
Inside
This
Brochure
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Introduction
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Why Owens Corning
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Basement Finishing Ideas
11
Our Process
4
Family & Game Room Ideas
12
Advantages Over Drywall
6
Kids’ Playroom Ideas
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Product Details
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Home Office Ideas
15
Customer Testimonials
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Home Gym Ideas
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Home Theater Ideas
Questions? Need More Information?
1 (800) Basement • 1-800-Basement.com
Introducing A
Revolutionary Way
To Quickly Finish Any
Basement That Minimizes
The Usual Pitfalls, Hassles,
Problems, and Red Flags4
Congratulations! You’ve finally decided to turn your basement into your
Welcome to the world of the Owens Corning® Basement Finishing
“dream” living space. Your family will enjoy their new game room, workout
System™. We offer a revolutionary way to quickly finish any basement that
room, office, movie theater—whatever you want the room to be!—for years
avoids the usual pitfalls, hassles, problems, and red flags associated with this
to come, and you may increase the value of your home in both tangible and
kind of project. Instead of disrupting your household activities for months,
intangible ways.
it only takes about two weeks. Instead of using lumber or drywall—which
The real question now is, “Who should I hire to finish my basement?”
can be a food source when mold is present—the Owens Corning® Basement
Finishing System™ uses walls that resist mold and mildew1, has a Lifetime
This is a question that should not be taken lightly. When many people
Limited Transferable Warranty as long as you home your home2, and creates
think of basement finishing, their first thought is an arduous, months-long
a beautifully finished basement!
process of measuring, cutting, and hammering 2 x 4s and hanging drywall.
The sheer enormity of the project is a major reason many people seem to
perpetually put off finishing their basement—or simply rule it out altogether.
On the next page:
Basement Finishing Ideas
Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ | call 1 (800) basement | visit 1-800-BASEMENT.COM
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Basement Finishing Ideas:
Transform Your Basement Into A Beautiful
Family Room or Game Room
With the Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™, you and your
family can enjoy your newly remodeled basement sooner than you may
have thought possible. Whether you’re looking for a place to watch
movies with loved ones, unwind with a good book at the end of the day,
or relax on a Sunday afternoon, transforming your basement into a family
room is one of the best basement finishing ideas around.
The Basement Finishing System™ is a great way to create your dream
game room. It’s mold resistant1 and Class A fire rated. Since our walls are
sound absorbent, it helps keep your home peaceful and quiet
BEFORE
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We use walls that last a lifetime2, resist mold and mildew1,
and creates a beautifully finished basement.
That’s just the beginning.
(as long as you own your home)
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BEFORE
Finish Your Basement To
Create A Kids’ Playroom
Finishing a basement with the Owens Corning® Basement
Finishing System™ is a simple way to create a new room for your
house without building an above-ground addition, and it makes
a great space for a playroom. By having the Basement Finishing
System™ installed, it’s easy to provide the kids with a safe and
comfortable environment that’s sure to get rave reviews at
playtime.
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Turn Your Basement Into A
Home Office
If you currently work from home, or think you might like to in the future, setting up an area where you can focus and get your work done is
likely a top priority – and your finished basement can be a great place to set up shop. After all, your office can be only seconds away, and you’ll
be able to customize your new basement home office to your liking with the Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™.
A basement finished with the Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ can provide you with a comfortable workspace year-round,
thanks to its insulated basement walls that are designed to help keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. As an added benefit,
the insulated walls also absorb sound, which can make it easy when you need to focus on your work.
Furthermore, when it comes to setting up your computer and other necessary equipment, you’ll be happy to know that the Owens Corning®
Basement Finishing System™ allows you to hide wires behind its removable walls and trim. This feature can help keep your finished basement
from looking cluttered with cords.
BEFORE
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Utilize
Your Basement
Renovation As A
Home Gym
Have you thought about creating a space specifically for your own use? If your busy lifestyle
prevents you from exercising as frequently as you’d like, or you’d just prefer to work out from
the comfort of your home—and out of view of strangers—why not create a private gym?
The Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ is a great choice for creating your own
home gym. It can be completed in about two weeks, and with sound-absorbing walls,
your home gym will be as quiet and comfortable as it is convenient.
BEFORE
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Refinish Your Basement
As A Home Theater
Refinishing your basement with the Owens Corning® Basement
sound-absorbing walls are sure to get rave reviews from your whole
Finishing System™ gives you the opportunity to transform your
family because you’ll be able to crank up the volume and listen to
dark, dingy basement into your own home theater – complete with
movies without competition from outside noise – and minimize
exceptional acoustics and comfortable temperatures all year long.
disruptions to family members who are elsewhere in the house.
If you love to curl up with a big tub of popcorn and watch movies,
Plus, refinishing your basement with the Owens Corning® Basement
utilizing your basement is an excellent option.
Finishing System™ and its specially designed, thermally insulated
The Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ allows you to
create a home theater in your house without the potentially high
cost of building an above-ground addition. The insulated,
walls will help keep it cool during the summer and warm in the
winter, so your family will be able to enjoy movie night throughout
the year.
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Why Owens Corning
The Manufacturer of
Your Basement Does
Make a Difference
Does it really matter who manufacturers your basement
finishing materials? YES IT DOES!
Owens Corning and its family of companies are
committed to driving sustainability by delivering
solutions, transforming markets and enhancing lives.
A Global Company Where Market-Leading Businesses are Built
Building Materials products are focused on making new and existing homes and
buildings more energy efficient, comfortable and attractive.
A Heritage of Innovation
For nearly 75 years, Owens Corning has led virtually every major technological
advance in glass fiber technology. Through the years, Owens Corning
innovations have ranged from military applications during World War II and the
Fiberglas™-reinforced 1954 Chevrolet Corvette to the manufacturer of materials
for Appollo space suits, insulation of the Trans-Alaskan pipeline, and the
Fiberglas™ roof of the Haj Terminal in Saudi Arabia, to name but a few. This spirit of
innovation continues today with revolutionary solutions such as Owens Corning’s
high-performance EcoTouch® insulation, introduced in 2011.
PINK is Green™
Owens Corning is committed to balancing economic growth with social progress
and environmental stewardship as it delivers sustainable solutions to its building
materials and composite customers around the world. The company’s ability to
deliver on this commitment has earned Owens Corning a number of related
honors, including a ranking on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index.
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our process
Certified Basement Finishing
Contractors Install the Owens Corning®
Basement Finishing System™ in
Eight
Steps
When finishing your basement with the Owens
4. Compliance
Corning® Basement Finishing System™ it can be
Production will ensure that your job meets all local building
extremely helpful to know what exactly to expect.
codes.
While the installation process may vary slightly
depending on your unique basement setup, there
are eight core steps to every basement remodeling
project.
The eight steps that your basement finishing contractors
5. Installation Appointment
Installation start dates are set to begin work on your
basement finishing project.
6. Installation Begins
Quick and clean installation allows you to start enjoying your
will follow are detailed below.
new space in about two weeks.
1. The Welcome Call
7. Final Walkthrough
You will receive an initial call welcoming and congratulating
This step is to ensure you are completely satisfied with your
you on your investment in your home.
new living space.
2. Lending Agreement
8. Warranty and Satisfaction Survey
The office will explain the various payment options.
Register your warranty and complete a Customer Satisfaction
Survey. Did we meet your expectations?
3. Pre-installation Walkthrough
Once financing and cost details are complete, a walkthrough
of the project will be scheduled with a member of the
production department.
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TEN
Once You Learn the Advantages of Our Unique System,
You’ll See That There’s Really No Comparison.
Finishing your basement is a major project—understanding the relative
strengths and weaknesses of different ways of getting the job done is
critical. Every aspect of The Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™
was designed specifically for the basement environment. Please consider
the following details as you make your decision:
1. Installed In About 2 Weeks, Instead of About 2 Months
Our system is installed quickly because the process and the nature of the
materials being used require fewer labor hours. Consider this: A typical
drywall installation could take about two months and can cause a huge
mess. First they have to bring in a carpentry crew to frame the basement;
then a drywall crew will hang, tape, mud, and sand the drywall. Other
contractors may also be brought in to complete electric, HVAC, plumbing,
and other work—which takes even more time.
Our process is simple: Our installers only need a few days to install the
framing (metal, not wood—quicker, less messy), 1-2 days for the electrician
to complete the electrical work, then a few more days for the original small
crew to install the walls, arrange for inspections, install the ceiling grid, and
perform a final walkthrough with the homeowner.
Reasons To Choose
The Owens Corning®
Basement
Finishing System™
Over Drywall
finish. When moisture is present, the walls actually “breathe” and allow it to
pass through and dissipate in the air instead of trapping it, absorbing it, or
both.
3. Durable, Dent- and Stain-Resistant,
and Virtually Maintenance-Free Walls
Depending on how you intend to use your basement, drywall could be a
major problem. If you’re thinking of a kid’s playroom—dents and holes are
an unfortunate reality. If you’re thinking of having a pool table—pool balls
and pool cues have a way of finding the walls. Plus, with drywall, picture
hanging and fixtures leave conspicuous dents and holes.
The Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ is dent resistant, mark
resistant, and won’t discolor over time. With our innovative Picture Hanging
Kits, you can hang as many pictures as you’d like without ever putting a
single hole in the wall.
4. Lifetime Limited Transferable Warranty2
The drywall typically used in basements generally has a 30 day warranty.
The Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ comes with a Lifetime
Limited Transferable Warranty for as long as you own your home, covers
any manufacturing product defects and can be transferred one time. A
2. Mold & Mildew Resistant1
warranty is only as good as the company that stands behind it.
Basements naturally have more moisture than the rest of your home…
plus the added possibility of leaks from outside or from plumbing. Using
drywall or other traditional methods if moisture is present, can increase the
likelihood of mold and mildew developing.
5. Insulate Your Basement—Save On Energy Bills
Is it any wonder that a global leader in insulation would create the Basement
Finishing System™ that insulates your basement and contributes to energy
savings in your home? Our sturdy walls are 2.5” thick and made from world
Our materials are breathable and resist mold & mildew . The exterior walls
are made out of 2.5” of rigid fiberglass, and are covered with a beautiful
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famous Owens Corning insulation. The walls are thermally insulated to
reduce heat loss, which could lead to cost savings on your energy bills.
6. Removable Walls Allow Easy Access to Foundation
With drywall, it can be difficult to access your foundation walls. Basement
foundation walls were simply not designed to be permanently covered
up. First, there can be water problems in a basement caused by storms,
foundation cracks, humidity, and indoor plumbing. If you finish a basement
with drywall, there could be mold growing on the back side, and there may
be no way to know. Also, drywall blocks access to address plumbing and
electrical issues that can arise.
With the Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ walls are easily
removable, which allows for access to the foundation. If there is ever any
issue, simply remove the wall, address it, and put the wall back in place. This
can prevent a small problem from becoming a major one.
7. Acoustic Insulation Keeps
Basement Noise Downstairs Where It Belongs!
When you consider that the average basement size is 800 square feet,
and it rests directly BELOW your entire ground level floor, it’s important to
consider how to minimize the noise—not just within the room, but also the
noise that can ruin your peace on the floor above. Our sound absorbing
walls are 2.5” thick and are certified with a .95 Noise Reduction Coefficient
(NRC). That means it absorbs most of the sound it comes in contact with.
Drywall tests at a .05 NRC, meaning it reflects most of the sound it comes
in contact with, making the room noisy. Our beautiful drop ceiling was
specifically designed for the Basement Finishing System™, and it absorbs
and minimizes sound travelling up into your house, meaning you don’t
have to hear the basement activities as much (TV, children playing, music,
etc.) while you’re upstairs.
8. Installed By Certified, Trained Professionals
Installers of the Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ are required
to be properly trained and certified following the systematic installation
procedures developed by scientists at the Owens Corning Science and
Technology Center in Granville, Ohio. Drywall installers may or may not be
certified to any particular competency level—don’t take a chance.
9. Class A Fire Rating
Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ walls are Class A fire rated
complying to the International Building Code (IBC) and the International
Residential Code (IRC) requirements for interior wall finishes.
10. End Result… A Beautifully Finished Basement
Now you know the Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ was
designed specifically for the basement environment with features like
quick, clean (minimal dust compared to drywall) installation, mold &
mildew resistance1, and removable walls just to name a few. But what we
hear from our customers time and time again is how much they enjoy
spending time in their new living space. As you can see from the pictures,
the Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ creates a beautiful living
space. Our customers tell us once we finish their basement it often becomes
the primary gathering place in their home.
38,000 Families Can’t Be Wrong—
the Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™
Delivers Great Finished Basements!
The next step is simple: give us a call to schedule an appointment. We’ll
help you design YOUR perfect basement and give you an iron-clad quote
IN WRITING. We’ve finished thousands of basements and we’d love to help
you finish yours!
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Product Details
While conventional lumber and drywall construction
work fine for above-ground areas, they can warp, rot
and allow mold to grow in high-moisture areas like
basements. In contrast, the Owens Corning® Basement
Finishing System™ lets moisture pass through naturally
and resists the growth of mold1. Here are some of the
additional advantages you’ll enjoy with the Basement
Finishing System™.
A. Thermal and acoustic insulation for comfort and quiet.
B. System resists mold and mildew.1
C. Durable, dent- & stain-resistant walls.
D. Easy access to foundation, pipes and electrical boxes.
E. Trim components fit seamlessly with easy access to low
voltage wiring and foundation.
Finishing Facts
Professional, quick
installation
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Finished room in about
two weeks
Easy access to
foundation
Trim components add
fine finishing touches
Customer
Testimonials
We are extremely happy with the look and the functionality of
the basement. Both the salesman Bill and the crew who built it,
Howell and Ron were great. They worked with me all the way
and there was no problem that couldn’t be solved. I would gladly
recommend it to anyone wishing to install a quality basement.
—Alan in Drums, PA
We wanted to write this letter to let you know how much we enjoy
our new basement and to thank you for all of the great work.
We would highly recommend the Owens Corning Basement
Finishing System to anyone we know, and have already been
showing off our new basement to family and friends.
—The Petersen Family in Saint Paul, MN
My wife and I would like to take this opportunity to commend our
installer for his professionalism, quality of detailed workmanship,
and guidance. Our project was completed within ten days
without any problems. We would not hesitate to recommend
the Basement Finishing System to anyone desiring the many
features offered by Owens Corning.
We love our basement. The quality of all the materials from
flooring to ceiling is remarkable. We look forward to all the
enjoyment we will get in years to come because of Owens
Corning.
—Richard and Greta in Fairfax, VA
Thank you Owens Corning. The process and quality of work done
was very satisfying. I would definitely recommend your services
—Lynn and Barbara in Chicopee, MA
We just recently had the experience of the installation of the
Owens Corning Basement System in our home. I want to thank
to others. I hope to enjoy the space for many years to come.
—Angie and Marisol in Bayonne, NJ
them for making this experience a good one and I would
We knew this was the option for us. It provided us with 40% more
recommend them to anyone who wanted a project done.
living space, and allowed us to rearrange the house so everyone
still had a place to sleep and play. The best part was how fast it
—William and Janet, OH
could be done! The whole job was complete in just 2 weeks.
—Paula and Brian in Lincoln, RI
We now have a relaxing and safe environment for our children to
play. As well as extra living space to watch T.V., play games, and
entertain our family and friends.
—Christina in Franklin Square, NY
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FAQ
Q. Are the materials mold and mildew resistant?
A. Because of the basement’s unique environment, water
damage and moisture are not uncommon and can lead to mold
and mildew growth. Exposure to mold and mildew can cause
Q. Is the Basement Finishing System™ available in stores?
upper respiratory illnesses. All materials used in the Basement
A. To assure optimum results, it is only offered and installed by
Finishing System™ are resistant to mold & mildew1.
our Basement Finishing System™ certified professionals located
in the United States.
Q. Has the product been independently tested?
A. Yes. The Basement Finishing System™ has been tested by
Q. What advantages does it have over traditional drywall?
certified labs for flammability, thermal, acoustical, and stability
A. Many. Drywall may dent easily, restricts access to your
performance as required for listing by International Code Council
foundation, can be damaged by moisture, and since drywall
Evaluation Service, Inc.™ and is building code compliant with the
can be a food source for mold, it is subject to mold and rot . The
International Residential Code®.
Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ helps eliminate
these problems and others since its inorganic material is not a
Q. What are the acoustic benefits of adding insulation to my
food source for mold.
basement?
A. The Basement Finishing System™ features acoustic insulation
Q. Will it waterproof my basement?
A. The Basement Finishing System™ walls are mold and mildew
that delivers a .95 NRC for sound absorption. Providing good
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resistant to accommodate high-humidity environments, but
sound quality to your room making your home a peaceful,
enjoyable place for everyone.
cannot correct an existing water problem in your basement.
Q. How much does it cost?
Q. How long does it take to install?
A. Each basement is unique, but compared to the cost of above
A. The Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ can be
ground remodeling projects, finishing your basement may be
installed in less time and with less mess than traditional drywall.
the most cost effective.
An average basement can be completed in about 2 weeks.
Q. How do I get started?
Q. Will I have access to my foundation walls?
A. It’s easy. Just call 1-800-BASEMENT™ to find the Certified
A. Yes. It is imperative that you have easy access to your
Installer nearest you.
foundation walls in the event of a pipe leak or electrical problem.
The Basement Finishing System™ provides easy access with
removable walls and trim components.
Questions? Need More Information?
1 (800) Basement • 1-800-Basement.com
1. While the materials and design of the Owens Corning® Basement Finishing System™ resist mold and mildew, the system cannot prevent or mitigate mold if the conditions necessary for mold growth otherwise exist in your basement. 2. Limited Lifetime Warranty
covers any manufacturing product defects during the time you own your home. See actual warranty for details, limitations, and requirements. 3. Avoid usual pitfalls and problems when compared to drywall construction.
THE PINK PANTHER™ & © 1964-2013 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. All Rights Reserved. © 2013 Owens Corning. All Rights Reserved.

Homeowner`s Guide To - Owens Corning® Basement Finishing

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