Getting a new floor for your basement has always been a problem. After all, moisture from below the ground can seep up to your flooring and ruin it. Fortunately, you have options. Here are four tips for waterproofing your floor and prevent flooding in your basement area.
1. Waterproof Concrete Sealer
When looking for a cheap and easy way to waterproof your flooring, a concrete sealer may do the job. It is made up of acrylic liquids which allow free-flow, so installation is a breeze. All you need to do is apply it with a paint roller or a pump-up sprayer. Just remember to clean the concrete first and use an acid etch on the surface to better absorb the paint. According to Concrete Network, concrete sealers usually last five to ten years depending on traffic exposure.
2. Epoxy Paints and Coatings
Another great option to achieve waterproof flooring is by using epoxy paint or coating on your concrete. There are three types of epoxy paint—water-based, solvent-based, and 100 percent stable. But just like the sealer, it is also applied with a paint roller. Epoxy coatings and paints cost more than concrete sealers, but you’ll have a wider option when it comes to appearance and color.
Vinyl Composition Flooring
For a more Eco-friendly choice, you may opt for the vinyl composition flooring for your basement. It consists of recycled waterproof substances and costs only a few dollars per square foot. Also, it consists of interlocking tiles, so you don’t need to use adhesives when placing it in your basement. In fact, installing this floor type is so easy you can do it yourself.
Luxury Vinyl Flooring
If you want to take your basement to the next level, then LVP is worth checking. It usually comes with an interlocking design or a peel-and-stick adhering feature. It is also easy to install because it is, soft and pliable. Since LVP is thinner than other types of flooring like ceramic or wood, using an underlayment is not necessary before installing it. It’s better to use it on a flat, even surface.
Finding the right flooring can make or break your basement, that’s why knowing your options is important.
Whether it’s a concrete sealer, epoxy paint or vinyl floors, choose the best waterproof floor solution that is affordable and durable from Dex-O-Tex.
