There are many reasons why you should convert your unfinished basement into a gym. You can use it anytime you want, you get to use your own dedicated equipment and—the most amazing part—no membership fees. Experienced basement contractors in NJ, Advantage Contracting discusses basement gym design. Scroll below to learn more about our basement gym ideas for your home!
Structure
First, consider the existing basement structure. Unlike a regular gym, your basement will have limited space, both vertically and horizontally. You may find yourself dealing with one or more of the following important structural considerations:
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Ceiling — Basements typically have low ceilings, so you may not be able to fit certain types of equipment.
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Floor Plan — Your basement may be divided into several small rooms. Consider whether you want to keep these divisions—perhaps a separate room for weights and another for cardio—or to take down the walls and create a free-form area. Capable home addition companies can help you determine which walls are safe to remove; some of them could be load-bearing walls.
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Floor Material — Concrete is ideal for heavy exercise equipment and it’s compatible with tile, carpet, or interlocking rubber tiles, should you decide to add them later. Both materials can be considered the best flooring options for a basement gym.
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Gym Ventilation — Sweat increases humidity, therefore you need proper ventilation for your gym. In addition to your HVAC system, you need fans to maintain air circulation, especially in a roof with a low ceiling.
Equipment
Having your own private basement gym gives you full control over the selection of modern gym equipment, floor plan, and decor. Consider the following when planning your gym floor plan:
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Entertainment system — Unlike a public gym, you can choose to a stereo system blasting your workout tunes, or a TV running in the background tuned to the shows you want.
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Storage — You will need to store a lot of loose items such as jump ropes, yoga mats, and weights, as well as cleaning equipment.
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Mirrors — Mirrors add the illusion of space and make the room look brighter. It also gives you the ability to check your form as you enjoy your work out.
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Extras — Your gym is your personal fitness space after all, so you can put in items such as a small refrigerator for your drinks, or a partitioned changing area.
Basement Design in NJ
Advantage Contracting is the home addition contractor that you need for your basement remodeling project. We can help with your basement gym design so that you’ll have the perfect, functional gym right downstairs. Give us a call at (862) 292-0003 today or fill out our contact form. We serve customers in Kinnelon, Wyckoff, and Wayne, NJ.
