Q We have a two-story house, and in the summer the basement is cold. Is there a way to get this cold air into the rest of the house and minimize use of the air conditioning? We have run the furnace ...

Dear Ken: Our finished basement is about 10 degrees colder than the rest of the house. What would be the most cost-effective way to warm it up? — Suzanne Answer: I have the same trouble at my house.

Basements, especially those that are unfinished, can be incredibly challenging to decorate and make feel like a cozy space. You're often dealing with elements like exposed pipes, concrete/unfinished ...