FLOORING PLUS ROCHESTER
When deciding to finish or remodel your basement it is important to choose materials that can withstand the moist environment of a basement. Choosing a flooring to install in your new lower level can be difficult with so many options being available. In this post we will be covering what is the best flooring for basements, especially for the humidity of the Western New York area.
Similar to any material being used in your finished basement, the most important factor of the product should be water resistance. Not only is your basement very humid, it is also extremely prone to water events such as flooding and leaking. When such an event occurs, you do not want to have to throw away all of your flooring, that would be a big time and monetary expense. Think about what will happen to your flooring if your sump pump overflows, a pipe bursts, or your washing machine overflows, these are all very common occurrences in basements.
Best Option.
The best type of flooring for basements is luxury vinyl plank. Vinyl plank flooring looks nearly identical to hardwood and stone products with the added benefit of being waterproof. Vinyl flooring can be made from a plastic-wood composite or a plastic-stone composite making it durable and waterproof. An additional benefit of vinyl basement flooring is the durability, since it is made of inorganic materials unlike wood, this makes it great for high traffic areas! Vinyl plank can be installed directly on your sub floor making installation faster and less expensive.
One of the common misconceptions of vinyl flooring is that it has a look and feel similar to old-style rolled linoleum. Over the last few years, the design and construction of vinyl flooring has improved drastically. There are now endless colors and patterns, and the options make finding the perfect style for so easy.
We install luxury vinyl plank in every room of our customer’s homes today, including basements, due to the ease of care, the durability, the beauty and the waterproof properties. Giving our homeowners the peace of mind that their floor is safe from water damage is a big plus! Vinyl plank is also a floating floor meaning it is not attached to the sub-floor, so it can be more easily removed and replaced if repairs are needed.
- Waterproof.
- Plank Construction.
- Durable.
- Variety of Colors & Styles.
- Easy to Clean & Maintain.
- Longevity.
- Temperature Regulated.
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