For the homeowner, the basement space is not committed permanently to any single function, and can be converted back to the bare concrete when the situation requires. For the temporary resident, when the time arrives to move out, the basement flooring can be removed and transported to the next location. Of course, since every application is different, the basement floor plan often differs radically from one home to the next, not to mention the vast regional differences which could be observed across America. In order to fit these varying dimensions, a product must be customizable to a certain degree to meet each specific space. Rubber flooring products are produced primarily in standard sizes, which due to production costs tend to be very firm. However, recycled rubber products are easily custom cut with a sharp enough tool (i.e. standard utility knife). This allows the flooring to be customized to fit any basement floor, as well as being transferable from one location to another (whether between rooms or between residences). Recycled rubber flooring products are a viable alternative to more conventional basement flooring solutions. Their versatility, reasonable pricing, and easy installation combine to make these products interesting to a wide variety of individuals. Formerly restricted to mainly home gym applications, these products continue to evolve through the changing perceptions and needs of individuals and families. So when the time comes to cover your basement floor, take a moment to consider the available basement flooring options and choose the correct product for your application. Scott Hutthmacher Email: info@rubbercal.com |
Installation is always an issue with residential applications, especially in situations where the property is rented or leased. Even in situations where the resident owns the house, permanently adhering product to the basement floor can have negative repercussions for resale value or the evolving needs of the homeowner and family. Many types of carpet will have to be permanently glued to the subsurface for installation, mainly due to low product weight. However, rubber flooring products such as the Elephant Bark Rubber Flooring can avoid this difficulty by allowing temporary installations, usually with double-sided carpet tape as the primary method of installation. Due to the relatively high density of rubber products, especially when compared against carpeting, rubber flooring tends to stay in place primarily under its own weight, in addition to the weight anything (such as appliances or fitness equipment) which is placed on the flooring. Installations of this type (essentially temporary, as they are removable at will) allow for the basement floor to be returned to its original state with ease. This type of installation seems ideal for both situations of ownership and renting/leasing. For the homeowner, the basement space is not committed permanently to any single function, and can be converted back to the bare concrete when the situation requires. |
Your Basement Flooring Options Scott Huthmacher 03/12/2005 Rubber-Cal Inc. Products discussed in this article: Elephant Bark Rubber Flooring, Eco-Sport Tiles When it comes to basement surface finishing, many people are at a loss for what product to use to cover the floor. The concrete slab is fine for some extra storage space, but something more comfortable and cozy is necessary to turn the basement into a livable space. The next choice would usually be carpeting, but the risk of water damage (whether from flooding or from appliances) makes carpet a questionable choice for basement floors. As well as the fact, that basements are often used for a broad category of uses, which require a more resilient floor cover. A third option would be rubber flooring, such as Rubber-Cal's Elephant Bark Flooring. Rubber Flooring products of this type can be easily customized to fit your plan, providing an economical and durable solution to basement surfacing needs. Whether you intend to convert the basement into a home gym, rec. room, or just want to keep noisy appliances off the concrete, covering the basement with rubber flooring is the number one alternative for applications where carpet or concrete simply will not suffice. |
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Your Basement Flooring Options Scott Huthmacher 03/12/2005 Rubber-Cal Inc. Products discussed in this article: Elephant Bark Rubber Flooring, Eco-Sport Tiles When it comes to basement surface finishing, many people are at a loss for what product to use to cover the floor. The concrete slab is fine for some extra storage space, but something more comfortable and cozy is necessary to turn the basement into a livable space. The next choice would usually be carpeting, but the risk of water damage (whether from flooding or from appliances) makes carpet a questionable choice for basement floors. As well as the fact, that basements are often used for a broad category of uses, which require a more resilient floor cover. A third option would be rubber flooring, such as Rubber-Cal's Elephant Bark Flooring. Rubber Flooring products of this type can be easily customized to fit your plan, providing an economical and durable solution to basement surfacing needs. Whether you intend to convert the basement into a home gym, rec. room, or just want to keep noisy appliances off the concrete, covering the basement with rubber flooring is the number one alternative for applications where carpet or concrete simply will not suffice. |
Installation is always an issue with residential applications, especially in situations where the property is rented or leased. Even in situations where the resident owns the house, permanently adhering product to the basement floor can have negative repercussions for resale value or the evolving needs of the homeowner and family. Many types of carpet will have to be permanently glued to the subsurface for installation, mainly due to low product weight. However, rubber flooring products such as the Elephant Bark Rubber Flooring can avoid this difficulty by allowing temporary installations, usually with double-sided carpet tape as the primary method of installation. Due to the relatively high density of rubber products, especially when compared against carpeting, rubber flooring tends to stay in place primarily under its own weight, in addition to the weight anything (such as appliances or fitness equipment) which is placed on the flooring. Installations of this type (essentially temporary, as they are removable at will) allow for the basement floor to be returned to its original state with ease. This type of installation seems ideal for both situations of ownership and renting/leasing. For the homeowner, the basement space is not committed permanently to any single function, and can be converted back to the bare concrete when the situation requires. |
For the homeowner, the basement space is not committed permanently to any single function, and can be converted back to the bare concrete when the situation requires. For the temporary resident, when the time arrives to move out, the basement flooring can be removed and transported to the next location. Of course, since every application is different, the basement floor plan often differs radically from one home to the next, not to mention the vast regional differences which could be observed across America. In order to fit these varying dimensions, a product must be customizable to a certain degree to meet each specific space. Rubber flooring products are produced primarily in standard sizes, which due to production costs tend to be very firm. However, recycled rubber products are easily custom cut with a sharp enough tool (i.e. standard utility knife). This allows the flooring to be customized to fit any basement floor, as well as being transferable from one location to another (whether between rooms or between residences). Recycled rubber flooring products are a viable alternative to more conventional basement flooring solutions. Their versatility, reasonable pricing, and easy installation combine to make these products interesting to a wide variety of individuals. Formerly restricted to mainly home gym applications, these products continue to evolve through the changing perceptions and needs of individuals and families. So when the time comes to cover your basement floor, take a moment to consider the available basement flooring options and choose the correct product for your application. Scott Hutthmacher Email: info@rubbercal.com |
