Bulkhead doors

Yesterday we presented a custom deck trap door that allowed access to an external cellar basement door. That set us on a journey to see what other options there

Added rear entry to the basement

bulkhead doors with window - Yahoo Search Results

Not every DIY hot tub or plunge pool has to be in-ground as seen in this example. Above ground or partially above ground works equally as well with many back yards. Visit: www.custombuiltspas.com to see how you can build one of your own. (kudos to this owner for a great job! not our customer)

Clear bilco door allows 85%light in. Could use stairwell as a greenhouse off the laundry

Now that spring is here, it's time to start on those home improvement projects. When you pull open your heavy bulkhead door, consider how nice it would be if it didn't leak or rust, never needed painting, and actually enhanced the look and value of...

Added natural light to the basement with this glass-paned door and a plexiglass bilco-style door called ‘Cleargress’ from Hampton Concrete

variety of additions

another possible alternative to bilco doors

composite deck with concealed basement door access