Installing the Basement Floor
There are several things to keep in mind if you decide to install the basement floor. First of all, it is one place in your house that often experiences leaks. In this regard, you will have to choose the kind of flooring which is durable and does not ruin easily upon water contact.
Carpeting the basement is often a wrong choice as the risk of water damage can damage the carpet in a single leak. On other hand, ceramic tile or waterproofed natural hardwood are preferred materials since they are resistant to this kind of damage. Do not choose linoleum tile because this is vulnerable to basement issues.
If you admire the exquisiteness of hardwood but don't like to deal with the possibility of wood rot, choose synthetic hardwood instead. This type of wood is made of resins and durable plastics therefore this kind of basement flooring shun the common problems evident in natural floors. Moreover, they are inexpensive and easier to set up.
These synthetic floors allow you to make wiser budget on your project and be able to spend more for the important items like paint, fixtures and other basement enhancements. A number of steps are involved in installing the basement floor. The basic one is to prepare the existing floor.
The concrete floor must remain its place serving the original purpose of the house's structure, and place the overlay over it. Install the new floor for the basement on top of the overlay. You may fix the floor right on top of the concrete like most tiles, but this depends on the kind of floor you have chosen.
Take your time and learn precisely what you need to do to fix your floor. This can save you the future hassles. Furthermore, if you make sure your floor is installed properly, you will encounter fewer problems with the basement flooring in the future.
Try to avoid utilizing the cheapest supplies and quickest methods for the flooring since they don't last long and require additional work and outlay to deal with later.
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