5 POPULAR BASEMENT FLOORING DESIGNS FOR YOUR HOME

If you’re planning to extend the usability of your home to the basement, then you’ve made a fabulous choice!

You can turn a basement into a workspace, a living area, a storage space, a game room or even a gym!

As you plan to convert the basement, picking the right flooring can do wonders to transform the look and feel of the area. However, you cannot just solely pick flooring based on the type of space you want to create. 

Since the basement is below the ground level, it’s prone to numerous moisture problems like rot and mould that can damage the entire space. So, you’ve to consider these factors when choosing a basement flooring that lasts a long time. 

Read on to know more about choosing the best basement flooring options from Decorpot’s top interior designers in Bangalore.

Engineered Vinyl Planks

This is one of the common choices for basement flooring due to its resemblance to hardwood flooring. And the best part is that the vinyl planks are completely waterproof and therefore eliminates the problem of moulds growing. 

The vinyl planks give the feel of a wooden floor and make up for a great flooring idea for converting the basement into a living area or an entertainment den. You can choose the engineered vinyl planks in the form of tiles too.

One main point to note is that you need to level the floor before laying the vinyl planks.

Ceramic or Porcelain Tiles

Tiles are one of the common choices for our clients. Our home interior designers in Bangalore have worked on several projects where the entire flooring of the house, including the basement, is finished off with tiles.

This is mainly because tiles are completely waterproof and therefore, we need not worry about moisture troubles. Both ceramic and porcelain tiles are easier to clean and do not stain. Though tiles may be a bit on the expensive side, it’s more of a permanent flooring solution than many other options.

Engineered Hardwood Floors

Engineered hardwood is a classy flooring for the basement that elevates the look of the space. 

Engineered hardwood floors are not waterproof and shouldn’t be exposed to even a little moisture. So it’s best to check the moisture content in the basement area before installing it. Our interior designers in Bangalore can assess the basement area and guide you to make the right choice. 

Rubber Flooring

Rubber flooring is a common choice for home gym interiors in Bangalore, especially in the basements. 

When compared to most other flooring choices, rubber tiles or flooring is less expensive and easy to use. You can even go for the interlocking pieces that can be dried and put back together on your own. Rubber flooring is waterproof and is great for friction and shock absorption, both of which are necessary for gym workouts.

Carpet Tiles

There are several varieties of carpet tiles that look stylish and can be used for any kind of basement. Recently, many are preferring carpet tiles, as many options are colourful to create a vibrant and playful environment right in the basement. 

Carpet tiles are not waterproof, but they absorb less moisture and can resist moulds. It’s extremely durable and doesn’t fade or stain easily. 

Apart from these, there are several more choices for basement flooring like stained concrete floors, sheet vinyl, carpets, concrete stains and epoxy. If you want to choose the best flooring for your basement, you can contact Decorpot’s kitchen, basement and living room interior designers in Bangalore by emailing to hello@decorpot.com