So, you have just finished your basement, but it still needs something other than cold, hard concrete for its floors. But what kind of flooring do you choose? There are all kinds of things to consider when choosing flooring for your basement, and At Preferred Flooring in Breese, IL, we can help you find comfortable and practical flooring that is perfect for your finished basement. Consider some of the following questions to figure out what you should look for depending on your goals and expectations for your basement.
How Do You Plan to Use Your Finished Basement?
When selecting your flooring, how you plan to use your basement is the biggest thing to consider. Your lifestyle and your needs can dramatically change how you will use a room, and having the right flooring to match will make you happier in the long run.
Consider whether you’ll use it as a workout room, a children’s play area, a permanent apartment for your in-laws, a guest bedroom, a game room, a man cave, an extension of the upstairs, or all of the above.
Depending on your goals, the best flooring for you could change. For instance, for:
- A bedroom or a children’s play area, you’ll want something warmer for mornings and tiny feet
- A man cave or a workout room, consider something durable but comfortable
- If it’s an extension of the rest of your home, consider flooring that complements the rest of your home
- For a bathroom, use flooring that’s easy to clean, waterproof, and durable
- For an extra kitchen, try something easy to clean and water-resistant
- If it’s a multipurpose room, you may consider more than one type of flooring or go with something simple and durable
Waterproof and Moisture Resistant Flooring
Basements are often cold and damp, so you want something that can hold up to the atmosphere, primarily if you have known water issues. Basements are also the first room in a home to flood, so you’ll want something that can withstand that possibility. Consider:
- Painting the floor and leaving it concrete
- Vinyl flooring
- Tile
- Moisture-resistant laminate flooring
Low-Maintenance
You want your finished basement to be easy to maintain, easy to clean, and easy to keep looking nice in general. If you like the look of the hardwood flooring or carpet you have upstairs, try a carpet in a similar color that won’t be damaged by water. And instead of hardwood flooring, try a good quality moisture-resistant laminate.
Vinyl and tile are also good choices because they don’t scratch easily; if the kids spill something, you can wipe it up easily. Anything low maintenance will give you more time to enjoy the space rather than just cleaning it.
Comfort
Landing on concrete hurts. Landing on hard vinyl hurts, too. If you have young kids, pets, or older family members who will be in your basement, you will want to ensure you have an excellent subfloor and something that can add some padding for when you fall, like a rug or carpet. Add rubber or fabric area rugs around the basement to comfort and prevent slips, or consider waterproof carpet, particularly if you have a basement bedroom or a kid’s play area.
Get Flooring for Your Finished Basement Today!
Your finished basement should be highly functional and helpful for your family. Flooring that completes the room is essential to creating and enhancing a warm environment. We carry multiple flooring brands and styles at Preferred Flooring in Breese, IL, so you can find what you need. Our helpful staff will gladly answer your questions and help you determine which is the best fit for you.
We proudly serve Breese, Highland, Mascoutah, New Haven, Trenton, Bond County, Clinton County, Madison County, Monroe County, Randolph County, St. Clair County, and Washington County, IL. Contact us today!