If it’s time to refloor your basement, most remodeling contractors will tell you to think about the moisture level in the space. Basements have a higher risk of flooding than other areas in the home, and they tend to have a lot of moisture in the air from being underground. Your ideal flooring should not only fare well in damp conditions, but also dry out quickly if it gets too wet. Here are three of the most popular basement flooring options available.

What Flooring Types Are Best for Basements?

1. Ceramic or Porcelain Tile

Ceramic or porcelain tiles are one of the most popular basement floor options. They have a finished surface and don’t require any additional treatments to seal them, and you can lay them directly onto concrete. Many homeowners opt to put a layer of underfloor heating, also known as radiant heating, between the concrete and tile; otherwise, it can be quite cold.

Ceramic flooring doesn’t have the best sound-proofing abilities, so if you plan on using your basement as a home cinema room, alternative flooring options may be better.

2. Plank Tile

Plank-tile flooring is highly durable and has a waterproof surface. It has the same properties as ceramic tile except for two core differences.

First, many people find it more aesthetically attractive because it is plank-shaped and has rendered graphics to make it look almost exactly like wood flooring. Additionally, its edges are rectified, so rather than having grout lines between each tile, they slot in comfortably to each other. As with ceramic tile, it feels cold underfoot if you don’t install underfloor heating, and because it’s a newer product, it’s a bit more expensive than a lot of other flooring options.

3. Vinyl

Although vinyl comes in both sheet and tile format, sheet vinyl is the preferred option for basements because it doesn’t have any gaps to make it vulnerable, and its seamless finish keeps water and moisture at bay. The surface is impervious to water, and it’s one of the cheapest flooring solutions.

It can be quite complicated to fit, however, especially given that your existing floor has to be immaculately clean for the vinyl to adhere to it. Due to this, vinyl flooring often needs a professional flooring expert or remodeling contractor to lay it.

Save time and effort on your basement reflooring project by recruiting a remodeling contractor. GoodeGuy Construction in Lincoln, NE, has over 25 years’ experience in home remodeling services and has completed over 7,200 projects for homeowners all over Lancaster County. The knowledgeable team prides itself on providing meticulously planned services in the most efficient time-frame possible. They apply their no-nonsense approach to every task they complete, including roofing and flooring upgrades, remodels, and window installations. Call them today for a free, no-obligation quote at (402) 435-6893, or go online to find out more about their services.