In 2018, I find myself cleaning, purging, and minimizing items at home, and yet still finding I need proper storage space!
Deep in a dark basement full of stuff, I took measurements, drew up a plan—as I am on a mission to find space—and did just that! After stripping some old paneling and framing in this basement, we uncovered an old cantina from the 1940’s hidden behind a wall. What a treasure!
Yessss! We scored some awesome cold storage, since I don’t have a second refrigerator, and we love to entertain.
Here’s how we finished the project…. 
Next Steps: Cantina Construction & Waterproofing
- Clear it all out and waterproof the space to prevent leaking with rubber wrap sheets of dimple wrap
- Frame the walls and ceiling
- Run basic light and electrical outside the room
- Re-drywall with mildew resistant board
Next Steps: Cantina Construction & Waterproofing
- Clear it all out and waterproof the space to prevent leaking with rubber wrap sheets of dimple wrap
- Frame the walls and ceiling
- Run basic light and electrical outside the room
- Re-drywall with mildew resistant board
Next Steps: Cantina Finishes
- Flooring: We chose to tile the floor with ceramic as it’s impervious to water
- Trim and Moulding: baseboard and custom door casing due to the size of the door opening
- Door: Custom size insulated and painted
Next Steps: Outside room finishing
- Re-frame, insulate, drywall
- Add pot lights and plugs
- Trim, prime and paint
Voila!
We have created “Found Space”!
- Cold cantina storage space
- Extra room for storage, shelving and added closet for off-season wear
- Niche Ikea wooden shelving my Ikea Hack bookshelf unit
- Great Ikea accessories to finish off a new quiet reading nook/storage space
