Basement & Garage Flooring

Basements and garages require flooring that can handle moisture, temperature changes, and heavy use. This category covers the best flooring options for basements and garages, subfloor preparation, moisture solutions, concrete issues, and durable materials designed for challenging environments.

Installing Hardwood Plank flooring over Concrete

Wood is affected by climate change.  The wood fibers expand and contract with fluctuations in relative humidity. This movement and the resulting moisture problems can be controlled with proper installation techniques and the use of high quality wood flooring products. If you’re going to be installing over concrete, it's very important that you understand wha…

Basement Floor Covering

Basement Floor Covering Options: Durable, Waterproof, and Stylish Solutions Choosing the right basement floor covering is essential for creating a comfortable, functional, and moisture-resistant space. Whether you’re finishing a basement for a home gym, entertainment area, or guest suite, your flooring must withstand humidity, potential leaks, and temp…

A Basement Flooring Option

ModuTile is a USA manufacturer of interlocking floor tiles for basements and other home flooring needs. These tiles are quickly becoming a great basement flooring option because of their affordability and the fact that they are designed as a DIY (Do-It-Yourself) product. The basement floor tiles are constructed using VCT compressed over high-impact polypropy…

Installing Carpeting over Concrete

How do I Install Carpeting Over Concrete Installing carpet over a concrete subfloor is a great way to add warmth, comfort, and style to basements, garages, or ground-level rooms. While concrete is durable, it can feel cold and hard underfoot. Carpet softens the space and improves insulation. This guide walks you through the process of installing carpet over …

Installing Tile over a Concrete Floor

Introduction to Tiling Over Concrete: Preparing for a Successful Installation Tiling over a concrete floor is a popular home improvement project that can significantly enhance the aesthetic appeal of your space. Concrete floors provide a sturdy, durable base for tile installation, making them an ideal choice for high-traffic areas in your home or office. How…

Basement Floor Covering Tips

Top 5 Types of Basement Floor Coverings to Consider Basements are often overlooked spaces in a home, used primarily for storage or as a laundry room. However, with the right floor covering, a basement can be transformed into a functional and inviting living space. Whether you are looking to create a cozy family room, a home gym, or a guest bedroom, choosing …

Flooring over Concrete: BE CAREFUL OF WHAT YOU HEAR AND READ

Flooring Over Concrete: Exposing the Moisture and Alkalinity Trap Concrete moisture-related flooring installation failures cost the flooring industry hundreds of millions of dollars yearly. This is an epidemic we deal with daily, yet the underlying science of the failure is often ignored, leading to massive financial losses for contractors and clients alike….

Damp Basement Help

Damp Basement Help Diagnosis: The source of your damp basement problem could be a water leak or high humidity. Both can lead to mold, mildew, or other biological growth. Depending on the severity, conditions can lead to rot, structural damage, premature paint failure, and a variety of health problems. Water can seep into your house from the outside through a…

Installing Peel and Stick Tiles over Garage Floor

The owner of the company demonstrates the installation of black and white checkerboard pattern peel and stick vinyl tile on a cement garage floor. Although he’s been selling this tile for over 10 years as a wholesale distributor, this is the first time he’s ever installed peel and stick tiles himself. Here, captured on video in his own home. To s…

What is an Epoxy Floor coating kit

So you ask…What is an Epoxy Floor Coating Kit? If you’re looking to upgrade your garage, basement, or workshop floor, an epoxy floor coating kit might be the perfect solution. These kits offer a durable, chemical-resistant, and attractive finish that transforms dull concrete into a high-performance surface. In this guide, we’ll explain what an ep…

Basement Floor Covering – Commercial Carpet Tiles Are the Answer

By Eric M Dyer Basement floor covering is one of the last things you think about when finishing a basement. People tend to focus more on the structural designs first (for good reasons!) and then when the project is wrapping up, the items such as basement floor covering, paint and finishing touches are handled. That is normal and fine of course. The structura…

Epoxy Floor Coatings for Concrete

Epoxy Floor Paint is dust proof and very easy to clean and has unbeatable mechanical strength Because of it’s chemical resistance it protects the base concrete floor. All Epoxy floor coating products boast outstanding durability and requires no maintenance (apart from cleaning if required) Here’s anarticle Submitted by a Reader on how E…

A Carpet that can Install in your Basement over a concrete floor

When it comes to choosing the best carpet tiles for your basement, there are several factors to consider such as durability, moisture resistance, ease of installation, and design options. Carpet tiles, also known as carpet squares, are a popular choice for basements due to their versatility and practicality. They offer a wide range of benefits compared to tr…

Garage Flooring Treatment

Learn more about Garage Flooring Treatment in our latest professional guide. We provide expert advice, product durability ratings, and choosing tips to help you make the best decision for your home.

Basement and Garage Flooring Info

Basement and Garage Flooring Info: Durable, Practical, and Stylish Solutions Choosing the right flooring for basements and garages requires balancing durability, moisture resistance, and ease of maintenance. These spaces often face unique challenges such as humidity, temperature fluctuations, heavy loads, and potential water intrusion. In this guide, we’ll e…

Lifting and Peeling Epoxy Floor Paint

Help with Lifting and Peeling Epoxy Floor Paint Epoxy floor coatings are known for their durability, chemical resistance, and glossy finish. But when epoxy starts to lift or peel, it can be frustrating and costly. Whether you’re dealing with a garage, basement, or commercial space, understanding the causes of epoxy failure is essential for a long-lasti…

Types of Garage Floor Covering

Learn more about Types of Garage Floor Covering in our latest professional guide. We provide expert advice, product durability ratings, and choosing tips to help you make the best decision for your home.

Installing Laminate Flooring over Concrete

This article speaks specifically to Armstrong and Bruce Laminate flooring and may pertain to other brands of laminate flooring. Armstrong Laminate Flooring can be installed over most subfloors and existing floors on all grade levels. All substrates must: meet applicable building codes be structurally sound show minimal deflection be dry, clean and flat Preca…

Flooring for Your Garage

The garage can be dressed up in different manners. People usually improve the look of their garage for two reasons. The first thing is because it would increase its value if it is more appealing. Secondly, it would be easier to organize and clean. There are people who depend on garage floor paint and others like using garage floor covering. There are also th…

Garage Floor Coverings Protect Your Concrete Floors

Garage Floor Coverings Protect Your Concrete FloorsIf you are thinking of protecting your garage floor with garage floor coverings then you are making a good decision. These products help protect against harmful substances such as road salt, chemicals and oil and gas. These types of things are exposed to your concrete on a regular basis, so you need somethin…