Corning Basements

[Ma(tt)Daddy]

Does anyone know anything about the pricing and/or effectiveness of the Owens Corning Basement Finishing stuff?

We are considering duplexing our flat into part of the basement, and are looking at our options.

[Don-Dad]

It is nice but very expensive. I had them over my place. My sales guy was no too pushy but I have read others who had not so good experiences. This site is very good, http://draginol.joeuser.com/articlecomments.asp?c=1&AID=102&s=1&u=0

I have a large basement (1800 sq) and just to do the walls would have cost like $15000 or more, no doors, no ceiling, carpets, or electrical.

I have seen it up close at the local fair, it's not bad stuff but I think it's not worth the price. They will try to scare you with mold issues and will not talk to you unless your wife is around. I hate that tactic. they spoke with me without my wife but then wanted a second meeting before giving me a "real" quote.

If you get it finished the tradional way, just use greenboard drywall that's more moisture resistant and you'll pay less than 1/2 of what you woud pay for the Owens System. Think of all the extra toys you could buy :)