Rubber Flooring

Weighing Out the Options for Basement Flooring

Glove with Baseball on Top of Black Coin Top Pattern Rubber Flooring Roll

Basements have a reputation of being dank, cold, and dark, so it is no surprise that most people like to give their space an upgrade before turning the room into something new. Though they are designed for storage, basements and cellars are versatile spaces that can be turned into anything from a family game room to a home fitness center —that is, with the right modifications.

A major contributor to uncomfortable conditions, believe it or not, is the concrete basement flooring that comes in most homes. Depending on what you intend to do with the remodelled space, there are a number of options for basement flooring that can make it more hospitable, and fortunately most of them are affordable and easy to install yourself. You can go with a painted coating, ceramic tiles, or even a durable basement floor covering made out of vinyl or rubber.

“Maxx-Tuff” Heavy-Duty Mats

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Bottom Texture of Maxx Tuff Heavy Duty Mat

Epoxy Coating

Coated options for basement flooring are convenient because they can be painted directly onto your existing cellar floor. Epoxy is available in many colors and gives your concrete basement flooring a glossy, professional appearance. Epoxy is easy to install and completely waterproof, making it one of the more popular basement floor solutions. However, these types of flooring options for basements require a significant amount of preparation because epoxy must be applied to a dry, smooth, and level surface.

The other drawback of epoxy and other painted flooring options for basements, is that it does not replace or cover the concrete. Coatings are painted directly onto concrete basement flooring, so the end result is still a cold and hard surface. Despite their water resistance, coatings may not be the best flooring for damp basements because the cold, dank conditions will remain. Moisture can also prevent the coating from adhering to the cellar floor, causing it to chip off and flake away. Keep in mind that these options for basement flooring are just as exposed as concrete, keeping them susceptible to damage caused by the abrasions and impacts of heavy furniture.

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Two Vertically Standing Rolls of Black Diamond Plate Roll Rubber Matting with a Close Up Textured View

“Diamond Plate” Roll Rubber Matting

$12.85$412.00

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Seven Standing Rolls of Elephant Bark, in the Colors of Blue Dot, Green Dot, Candy Corn, Blue Steel, Red Dot, and All Black

Elephant Bark 3/8″

$85.50$900.00

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Seven Black 5mm Thickness Recycled Rubber Sheets With Various Dimensions

Custom-Cut Recycled Rubber 5mm

$21.18$338.37

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Three Rolls of Tuff-n-Lastic Anti-Slip Black Rubber Flooring with Texture Close Up Window

“Tuff-n-Lastic” Anti-Slip Flooring

$36.21$361.25

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Custom-Cut Recycled Rubber 5mm

  • Super durable rubber that is often used in weight-rooms
  • Made from recycled tires, making for an eco-friendly part
  • 5mm is ample thickness when a protective sheet is required
  • If you don’t see the size you need, call us at 1-888-Rubber-4

Custom-Fit Pads, Floors, Mats, or Gaskets! In house, we have a team of expert craftsmen readily available to personalize rubber products to match your needs. Custom-Cut recycled rubber rolls are no exception. Down to a fraction of an inch, we will happily cut any roll of rubber to match your desired specifications. No matter how specific your demands are, we are highly capable of tailoring your order to fit your unique application. The ability to buy custom sized rubber sheets saves consumers money and time. Wastage is kept at a minimum and the end-user can put the rubber product to work immediately. In addition, the ability to purchase customized rubber sheets in small quantities allows clients to test products and ideas with very little costs.

Thicknesses: In addition to the 5 millimeter (just over 3/16-inch thick) thick rubber offered here, this durable and protective rubber is offered in 2 other thicknesses: 1/4 inch (6.4mm), and 3/8 inch (9.5mm).

Ceramic Tile

Ceramic tiles are another one of the popular options for basement flooring. This is due to the high design element involved in tiles and the clean aesthetic that they produce. Much like painted coatings, ceramic options for basement flooring require a prepped base-floor free of cracks, holes, or dents. Tiles can be installed yourself or by a professional, and the result is an attractive, symmetrical surface.

One reason that many people choose tile basement floor solutions is the opportunity to be creative and personalize your space. For a simple aesthetic, you could use single color scheme or make a classic checkerboard. If you want to get a bit more creative, your imagination is the only limit on your pattern options for basement flooring.

However, just like coated flooring options for basements, ceramic tiles have quite a few drawbacks. While ceramic is non-permeable and can work well as flooring for damp basements, an additional sealer must be applied in order to waterproof the grout lines in between each tile. Waterproof sealers require a bit of maintenance, needing a new application every 6-12 months to prevent rot and mold.

Ceramic options for basement flooring are also extremely sensitive, and must be treated with care to prevent damage. A ceramic cellar floor is just as cold, hard, and unforgiving as concrete, which makes it a bad match for heavy furniture and equipment. Any furniture that emits vibration, sound, or other forms of movement can grind against the ceramic and damage it. And to make matters worse, this movement can damage the equipment itself—potentially becoming a long-term cost concern. Ceramic options for basement flooring must be maintained properly, otherwise repairs or replacements can prove both time consuming and expensive.

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Fanned Out Spread of Four Eco Sport 1 Inch Tiles, Each in the Colors Of Coal Black, Light Blue, Light Green, and Terra Cotta

“Eco-Sport 1-inch” Interlocking Rubber Flooring Tiles

$0.05$31.20

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Four Vertically Standing Rolls of Metallic Coin Grip PVC Flooring Rolls with a Close Up Textured View

“Coin-Grip (Metallic)” Rolled PVC Flooring

$54.40$468.00

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Six Block Grip PVC Flooring Rolls Standing Vertically

“Block-Grip” PVC Flooring Rolls 48in x 50ft Rolls

Original price was: $525.00.Current price is: $341.25.

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“Armor Lock” Interlocking Rubber Tiles

Original price was: $28.00.Current price is: $22.40.

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“Eco-Sport 1-inch” Interlocking Rubber Flooring Tiles

  • This rubber surfacing can be permanently installed using adhesive glue
  • Great for use as gym flooring, flooring for a basement, outdoor deck surfacing, playground surfacing, trade show floors, and more
  • Ramps available upon request. The sloped ramps are great for use as safe entry points and are useful for getting wheeled equipment onto the mats

Surface Protection: Since these rubber floor tiles are 1″ thick, each outdoor tile is perfect for protecting the base surfacing of an area. Heavy objects and/or a high volume of foot traffic can damage surfaces like wood. By installing this durable rubber surfacing, you are essentially adding a barrier between your area’s base surfacing and outside stresses like treadmills or sofas.

DIY Flooring: Another feature that makes these recycled mats so popular is their ease of installation. It makes a great do-it-yourself project, saving you the unwanted additional expenses of hiring third party installers. Each outdoor tile comes with pre-drilled holes on each side. These holes are meant for special connector pins (sold separately) that hold each tile firmly together. The beauty of interlocking floor tiles lies in their easy to install nature. Save yourself some extra time and money with these rubber floor tiles!

Rubber or Vinyl Covering

The final options for basement flooring are heavy-duty floor coverings made from rubber or vinyl. Unlike the other types of basement floor solutions, a floor covering can offer varying levels of base-floor protection from impacts, abrasions, and sometimes even certain chemicals. There many different kinds to choose from, in a wide range of colors, textures, materials, and hardness ratings. You can even make a basement floor covering with interlocking tiles if you like the customization of tile flooring but don’t want to deal with the maintenance. If you are worried about having a cold, unsafe, or sensitive cellar floor, a thick floor covering may be the perfect choice for your home.

There are two major types of basement floor covering:  rolled mats and interlocking tiles. Both of these options for basement flooring are affordable, easy to install yourself, and available in a range of different rubber and PVC selections. Rolled mats are the faster of the two—in many cases, you can simply roll out the flooring and it will be held down by the weight of the material. Similarly, interlocking mats are great flooring options for basements because the tiles can be assembled directly on top of your base-floor with little prep necessary. Both of these basement floor solutions can be installed temporarily or permanently with double-sided carpet tape. This makes it easy to remove part or all of the flooring if you ever need to repair or replace it. If you want even more secure installation, you can talk to a specialist about using a more powerful adhesive.

Most floor coverings are made from moisture-resistant PVC or rubber materials, making them excellent flooring for damp basements. Water and other liquids get trapped on the non-permeable surface, preventing damage to you base-floor as well as development of rot, mildew, and mold. Many of these options for basement flooring feature drainage holes and traction-enhancing surface textures to maintain safety, even in dank conditions. Rubber flooring also provides insulation to transform your basement into a warm and hospitable room. The material resists extreme temperatures and provides a neutral walking surface that is comfortable for bare feet.

In addition to protecting your concrete basement flooring from the damaging effects of moisture, floor coverings can also protect from physical abuse such as impacts and abrasions. Rubber options for basement flooring can be as thin as 1/32-inch or as thick as 2-inches, depending on the level of protection that you desire. The thicker the basement floor covering, the more abuse it can take and the more forgiving the surface is going to be. For example, if you plan to turn your basement into a home gym or fitness center, you will want a thicker floor so it can absorb the impacts of vigorous workouts and reduce the movement of heavy exercise equipment. Rubber options for basement flooring can also provide anti-fatigue qualities, allowing you to turn your basement into a comfortable space for work or leisure.

The best flooring options for basements are dependent on you, your home, and your goals for the space. While there are many painted coatings, ceramic tiles, and floor coverings to choose from, the best choice can vary from one application to another. Some may be expensive, easily damaged, or simply too cold and hard to create a comfortable space for your family. For an affordable flooring that is durable, protective, and easily maintained, rubber and vinyl basement floor coverings are almost always the best bet.

“”Coin-Grip” Rolls PVC Flooring”

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Fanned Out Spread of Four Eco Sport 1 Inch Tiles, Each in the Colors Of Coal Black, Light Blue, Light Green, and Terra Cotta

“Eco-Sport 1-inch” Interlocking Rubber Flooring Tiles

$0.05$31.20

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Four Standing Diamond Plate Metallic PVC Flooring Rolls

“Diamond-Plate (Metallic)” PVC Flooring Rolls

$54.40$468.00

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“Shark Tooth” Heavy-Duty Floor Mat

$62.10$156.60

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“Revolution Diamond-Plate” Interlocking Floor Tiles

Original price was: $42.00.Current price is: $21.00.

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