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Prologue
Choosing the right flooring for your basement is a very important decision. The reason behind this is that basements are more prone to moisture. So they may create a damp environment and damage the commodities kept there.
Some of the best options for waterproof basement flooring include sealed concrete flooring or epoxy paints. Both these types of flooring are waterproof. The thick epoxy paint becomes hard after drying and provides durability to the floor. You can choose different types of epoxy paints from the categories of solvent-based, water-based and 100% solid.
On the other hand, if you choose a concrete floor as your waterproof bathroom flooring, then you should select a waterproof sealing paint along with it.
Pros
Durability
The waterproof basement floors are quite durable. They can withstand huge traffic pressure. Since the waterproof basement flooring is durable, it lasts longer and hence is a good investment.
Insulating
Generally, waterproof basement flooring like roll-out flooring covers or epoxy flooring is insulating. This means waterproof basement flooring helps to keep the basement cold during the summers. Not only this, but insulation also helps in noise reduction.
Affordable
There are a plethora of options for waterproof basement flooring. However, most of these options are quite affordable. Say, for example, you choose the epoxied concrete flooring. The coating of the epoxy concrete flooring can easily be applied with the help of a paint roller.
Not only this, but you can also cover 200 to 250 square feet with the help of 1 gallon of epoxy paint.
Comfortable
Some waterproof basement flooring, like the rubber flooring, is quite comfortable on the feet. It also helps to avoid the growth of harmful germs and fungi, thus saving the basement.
Easy to Clean
The waterproof basement flooring can easily be cleaned with frequent vacuuming. You can also clean the floor by damp mopping it regularly. The best aspect of the waterproof basement flooring is that it does not become slippery or wet.
Wider Choice
There are several waterproof basement floors. You can choose any of the floors according to your preferences and budget. Some of the best basement flooring options that are waterproof included epoxied concrete, roll out flooring cover, waterproof floating floors, Ceramic tiles, etc.
Cons
Reflection of Sound
If you use the tile plank floors or ceramic tiles as your waterproof basement flooring, then there can be a problem of reflection of sound. Due to this, this type of flooring is not ideal for a home theatre option.
Cold feet
The waterproof basement flooring, including ceramic tiles or tile planks floors, also feel cold on your feet. Due to this, the users need to add additional radiant heat tubes into the flooring, which increases the costs.
Waterproof Basement flooring: Costing
The cost of your waterproof basement flooring depends upon the type of flooring that you install in your basement. Let us know the cost of different types of waterproof basement flooring.
Waterproof Concrete Sealer.
The average cost of a waterproof concrete sealer is $20- $30 per gallon. Each gallon helps to cover approximately 150 to 200 square feet of floor. This means the cost for each square foot can be considered to be ranging somewhere between $0.10, to $0.20.
Epoxy Coating and Paint.
The average cost of epoxy coating or paints can range anywhere from $25 to $45 per gallon. Each gallon will help you to cover approx. 200 to 300 square feet. So the waterproof flooring can cost somewhere between 5.5 dollars to 10.25 dollars per square foot.
Luxury Vinyl Flooring.
The cost of this type of flooring is $2.5 to $4 per square foot.
Waterproof Basement Flooring: Maintenance
You can maintain your waterproof basement floor by cleaning it regularly. Some of the good cleaners may include mild floor cleaners, dish detergent, Castile soap and stone cleaners. All you need to do is to apply a solution of a detergent and water on your floor. After this, you can mop your floor and clean it with water. To further maintain your waterproof basement floor, you can apply concrete that will make your floors resistant to any future stains or cracks.
