u/Gensi_Alaria requested I make this post, so here it goes. Going to skip the boring parts and pictures. I will do my best to answer any questions and provide more pics if necessary.It all started with a crudely drawn plan:The bunker is approx 15'x20', it was part of a purchased property and attached to the main residence. The walls are 8" cement filled cinderblock, the roof is 12" slab, and the floor ranges from 12-14" thick. It was used by the previous owners as a canning / tornado / bomb shelter with a thick steel horizontal door. Don't know when it was built, but guessing late 50s early 60s. First things were cleaning, and spraying everything down with a bleach/water mixture. Once dried, any cracks were caulked and 3 coats of rubberized paint were applied.Framing:Standard 2x4, on edge in the stairs to maintain as much room possible. Everything was insulated with fiberglass and foam. A beam was added to help support the ceiling and 3 existing I beams (train rails?). Electrical / plumbing was simple, added conduit and chases for TV / stereo etc.Entry:The horizontal door was removed and a 2x6 vertical entry was framed. Used steel roof and siding, a standard exterior door. It stays pretty cool down here, but a small AC unit regulates the temp around 60.Sheetrock:23Only part of this project I didn't do was tape and texture.Tile and Bath:234The original plan was pre-fab a corner shower, but I don't really fit. Used a 30"x48" pan thats full (almost 8') height...Grout:234Using black / charcoal grout on a light tile is lots of work, but it looks great with the red glass mosaic.Lofted Bed:2Always wanted a bunk bed as a kid, why not now? Queen size and about 4' off the ground. It also gives me lots of added storage area underneath as I don't have a closet."Kitchen" and cabinets:2I have a full sized fridge, convection microwave etc... any other meals I use the BBQ or kitchen in the main house.Today:234Things not discussed: Plumbing / Electrical: The 2 lights and single 20amp service weren't enough. A sub panel was added (cabinet picture) behind the fridge to accommodate the needs. There is an extra 220v breaker for a heater, but have never used it. Water was stubbed in from the house via a small access hole. There is a small 10gal water heater behind the bath vanity wall. You can see the access under my bed in the sheetrock pictures. As mentioned a lift station / sump was added to get everything back to the septic system.HVAC: There was 2 existing mushroom style vents in the "ceiling". 1 is used for the bathroom vent fan and one is used for fresh air. There is an inline fan that runs 2x per night and exchanges the air several times through various filters. There is also the mentioned AC unit in the entry.Windows: There are none, we discussed options like solar tubes but I decided on Phillips Hue lighting. I can simulate sunrise / sunset and have lots of other options. Making a large hole might have compromised the ceiling / roof.Outside: It looks like a covered patio area attached to the house. The "roof" is flush with the back yard, and most people think the entry is just a storage shed.As I said, they only part of this project I didn't do was tape and texture on the walls. Everything from design to cleaning, framing, insulating, plumbing, electrical, painting, trim etc. was done by me personally.Take that Corona-virus...Also, IMGUR isn't linking some pics?? Will try to figure that out. (Edited for some formatting) via /r/DIY https://ift.tt/2UcPuaL
