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• Basement Wall Finishing Panels
• Do it right the first time with Basement-to-Beautiful wall panels.
• Options for your Basement:
• DRICORE® Subfloor
• A finished look for basement utility areas such as your laundry room or storage
• Wall Vapor Barriers

The expense, mess of removing moldy drywall is not something you'd like to do even once. The encapsulated framing also features a tongue and groove design which allow the panels to join together to form a complete wall. DRICORE SMARTWALL® virtually eliminates this “thermal bridge” by effectively encapsulating the framing in each panel within the rigid EPS insulation.

A narrow profile maximizes your basement floor area and simplifies installation. Thick; that’s a full inch thinner than a standard 2x4 wall. Spray foam adhesive and special plastic fasteners are used to secure the panels to basement walls.

Basement Wall Finishing Panels

They are available with or without insulation - depending on placement of the walls. Traditionally framed wood walls lose up to 30% of their insulating capabilities due to an effect called “Thermal Bridging”. Thermal bridging occurs when a conductive material (e.g. wood, aluminum, steel, concrete, etc.) provides a path for heat to flow around insulation.

This cross section through a B2B panel shows one of the wiring channels and two integral studs. Because the studs don’t extend fully through the panel’s 2 ½-in. Unique micro beveled edges eliminate the need for traditional taping, saving you time and the headache of excess dust, caused by significant sanding. Do it right the first time with Basement-to-Beautiful wall panels.

Do it right the first time with Basement-to-Beautiful wall panels.

Vinyl molding and chair rail tie it together with the existing drywall. We'd like to challenge that traditional thinking with a better, longer lasting option. It's smart to use basement walls that will not support the growth of mold and mildew. That's where the Total Basement Finishing wall solutions excel. If you've had water in your finished basement - even once - you know that traditional drywall simply does not survive a wet basement.

The panels include Easy Wire Channels, making running electrical wires a breeze, and the Tapeless Joint Technology requires a minimum amount of mudding. DRICORE SMARTWALL is 29% more energy efficient than traditional framing as it contains encapsulated framing and high-density EPS foam insulation. The panels also contain Vapour Shield Technology to protect against moisure and inorganic EPS foam which is less susceptible to mold and mildew growth. DRICORE SMARTWALL provides a consistent, longer-lasting and higher quality finished basement. The patented all-in-one modular wall system maintains strict production requirements on the insulation, OSB, and drywall. The edge of the panels are micro-beveled producing seams that are almost invisible to the eye.

Options for your Basement:

ZenWall® panels have the clean, bright look of the EverLast™ panels with a lower level of insulation. They are a great solution for spaces that will not be frequently used. The DRICORE SMARTWALL® installation guide and brochure can be found within this product page. DRICORE SMARTWALL® uses a mold resistant paint to help coat and protect the gypsum board from the production of mold. Virtually illuminate thermal bridging, by encapsulating the framing in each panel within the ridged EPS insulation.

Tongue and groove system makes installation easy while increasing its insulation strength by encapsulating the frame to proving an R-value of 17.4. Looking to compare drywall versus the Owens Corning Basement Finishing system? Vinyl surface is attractive, stain-resistant and easy to clean.

DRICORE® Subfloor

The bypassing “bridging” of the less conductive material significantly reduces its effectiveness as an insulator. This is why many traditionally built walls have cold spots. Superior energy efficiency with the SilverGlo® foam board.

Create interior walls in your basement for bathrooms, offices, utility closets, and more. To ensure professional installation and superior service we carefully created an international network of over 350 trusted basement contractors. Basement to Beautiful® Wall Paneling is only available from a certified installer in your area. Contact us to request an inspection & get a free estimate to have it installed in your home. Relax and know your investment is protected by a Lifetime Limited Warranty that is transferable to the next homeowner.

Simply lock panels together to form your finished basement walls. The Owens Corning Basement Finishing System is designed to allow you to add more living space in far less time than a drywall basement. It also helps absorb sound, is easily removable for foundation access, and is mold and mildew resistant. BrightWall® panels allow any moisture or leakage to drain behind them to the perimeter and stops water vapor from entering through the walls. It's an easy way to brighten your unfinished basement space. DRICORE SMARTWALL® is an easy and fast way to finish your basement walls.

DRICORE SMARTWALL® panels come with micro beveled edges, which eliminates the need for taping seams. To achieve that perfect seamless finish simply use DRICORE® Patch Pro. DRICORE® Patch Pro is easy to apply, paintable, and crack resistant – this will ensure that your new walls look great for years to come.

A finished look for basement utility areas such as your laundry room or storage

DRICORE SMARTWALL® panels weigh just 30 lbs., are conveniently sized (21.75″ x 96′) and are easy to cut with regular power tools. The panels simply attach to the top of your floor joists and at the bottom to your subfloor using 2″ x 2″ lumber as your tracks. The DRICORE SMARTWALL® system has unique Easy Wire Channels built into every panel that allow for the installation of electrical wiring. There are two vertical and three horizontal channels running through DRICORE SMARTWALL®.

The all-in-one engineered wall panel requires fewer steps, less time and less labour to finish your basement. The existing floor surface must also be free of materials that may trap, block or absorb moisture, or promote mold growth. Some vinyl glues are known to mold when installed directly to concrete. It is recommended to remove any residue or debris, and clean the concrete surface thoroughly, before installing any flooring materials.

With an 85% sound absorption (.85 NRC), you can count on better acoustic control compared to drywall. And the right choice.Fiberglas™ Rebar Stronger, lighter, and more durable alternative to concrete reinforcement. For asbestos tile, please check the Environmental Protection Agency or Environment Canada for specific removal, repair and handling recommendations. All products and services are provided exclusively by local contractors within the Basement Systems Network.