I've been researching suggested basement insulation and finishing approaches and have come to the conclusion that the industry standard generally includes some sort of rigid foam board glued to poured concrete walls, finished with drywall. The insulation process also suggests sealing/insulating...

I had a perimeter drain installed in a basement room that had leaks in major rain storms. Room is gutted down to poured walls, floors and exposed joists. Rooms seems to stay dry now; ready to build walls. Problem: How can I attach sole plate to the concrete floor without introducing leaks? I...