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Choose the Right Basement Flooring
Your basement flooring options are not
really any different from the flooring options elsewhere in your
home. Everything from ceramics to hardwood, all are possible choices
for your basement floor.
What Role Does Your Basement Play in Your Home?
That’s the first question that needs to be answered before deciding
on your best basement flooring option.
A Place for Your Things
If your basement is used mostly for storage, and not for additional
living space, then a few good coats of paint will give you a good
looking and easy to clean floor. If you want to use your
imagination, use tape or masks and create patterns in the floor. In
any case, painting is probably the least expensive flooring options
and, if you don’t like the results, simply paint it again!
Living Spaces
Many homeowners finish their basements to add more living space to
their homes. Here again, how you use your basement can determine the
type of flooring you need.
Play spaces for your children need a durable, but preferably softer
floor. Carpet is often not recommended for basements because of the
high risk of moisture or floods. However, if your basement is
properly waterproofed, carpet and underpadding provide great
cushioning and keep the basement warmer.
Flooring for family entertainment rooms can depend on décor. In a
properly waterproofed basement, hardwood floors will make the room
feel warmer and more like other rooms in your home. Ceramic tile is
durable and easy to clean, but can be fairly cold to the touch, so
an area rug might be useful.
A sub-floor is often built to reduce the cold from cement floors and
the damage that might be caused by moisture. It is important to
remember that even a vapor barrier does not protect your basement
from damage caused by floods. Ongoing moisture under your basement
sub-floor can cause wood rot and create a home for mold and mildew.
Waterproofing
Regardless of the basement flooring method you choose, you will
better protect your floor, home and belongings if you waterproof
your basement before installing your floor. If you have noticed
repeated moisture problems, or have ever had a leak or flood, it is
best to consult a basement waterproofing professional to get a
recommendation for the best waterproofing method for your situation.
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