Exposed joists and mechanical fixtures in a basement ceiling - Banksphotos/Getty Images When you build or move into a house, an exposed basement ceiling might seem kinda cool — it's probably one of ...

Paint: It’s a simple solution and, according to Kyle, the best option. “There are a ton of colors and it can be done for a very fair cost. Plus, you can do this on your own alone,” he says. “Just keep ...