I Found Mold in My Basement! - New Insulation, New Drywall, New Pretty Paint! - Thrift Diving

I knew we had mold in our basement, but I didn't know how extensive the problem would be when I opened up the basement wall next to the exterior door where water has been leaking into our basement for years. Thankfully, the problem wasn't TOO bad, but still required an extensive repair.

See how I did DIY mold removal in my basement, installed new insulation, installed a new basement exterior door (because the old one was rotted along the frame), and replaced the drywall. I also painted the walls a gorgeous Temperate Taupe.

NOTE: Take precautions when dealing with mold. Wear the appropriate masks rated for mold spores. Turn off your HVAC system to prevent spreading mold spores around your home. Call a professional to help if you need it! :)

NOTE: Use a stud-finder and other necessary tools to make sure you're not cutting into wires or pipes. Turn off electricity first if necessary for cutting in your drywall.

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A big thanks to Arrow Fastener for sponsoring the new insulation and drywall part of this project!

//SKIP AROUND//

0:38 - Why we have basement mold.
1:20 - Mold removal with bleach and water.
1:49 - Snapping a chalk line and cutting drywall.
2:10 - Finding the mold!
3:14 - Cutting out damaged bottom plate of the wall framing.
4:29 - Cleaning the mold from the basement stairwell.
5:20 - Sealing the bulkhead door that leaks.
6:34 - Removing the old rotted door slab and jamb.
7:39 - Nailing in replacement pressure treated wood pieces.
8:40 - Problems with removing and replacing the exterior door.
11:02 - Removing and replacing old doorway framing.
11:53 - Leaving a secret message!
12:38 - Filling the gaps around the exterior basement door.
13:14 - Replacing the insulation.
15:43 - Replacing the drywall.
17:00 - Sanding and painting.
17:30 - Nailing trim.
17:43 - YAY! See the "BEFORE" and "AFTER" and final thoughts. :)


//MATERIALS//

Arrow Fastener Hammer Tacker:
https://amzn.to/2L5FsTY

Arrow Fastener T50 Heavy Duty Stapler:
https://amzn.to/2E75pkw

Sherwin Williams Temperate Taupe paint color:
https://www.sherwin-williams.com/home...

RYOBI jigsaw:
http://thriftdiving.com/jigsaw

RYOBI Nailer:
(Link coming soon!)

Mold respirator mask:
https://amzn.to/2PpWFIc

Hydraulic Cement:
https://amzn.to/2UqmRWX



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