What Are the Different Types of Basement Flooring?
Considering the number of uses a basement could have, it should come as no surprise that there are myriad types of flooring available. The most common types range from simple concrete and laminate to tile and carpet. The final decision of what kind of basement flooring to have often depends on both the budget and expected uses of the room.
There are different ways to install flooring a basement and many choices based on what you choose and your budget. These are paint, sheet linoleum or vinyl tile, wood and carpet. • Paint is the least expansive of all floor coverings for your basement; however, it is the least comfortable underfoot. This flooring involves the removal of old paint, the filling of any cracks and cleaning. You also might want to consider area rugs to put on a painted concrete floor to keep the area warm, since concrete does not hold in heat well. • Sheet linoleum and vinyl tile are good choices for basements. Sheet linoleum comes in easy to work with sheets or rolls while vinyl tiles come in easy to work with 12×12 or 9×9 inch squares. Both kinds come in a wide variety of styles and colors. This flooring involves cleaning your concrete floor and making sure that it is thoroughly dried, coating with waterproof adhesive and the laying of the flooring. • Wood is available in different forms including tiles, p
