I outgrew my 8x1- room upstairs so I moved to the basement. I do have a dehumdifier . I placed an area rug where I have my machine the floor has old tile on it. I have an old large dinning room table that I can lay things out on on just on lol. Everything is so handy .Cutting board,iron,material. my husband has the other side facing me where he does his Bible studies and household bills. It gives us time together.I also have MS and he built me and esculator to ride up and down so I don't need to waste energy climbing the steps. You will love it and no one else needs to see your room when it gets a little messy lol Have fun in the move good time to sort and organize. Happy quilting