Make the Right Basement Flooring
Choice
The basement flooring option you choose when finishing your basement can make the difference between having a warm, dry basement or a damp, smelly one.
Carpet and Underpad
Many homeowners lay carpet and underpadding to make hard concrete basement flooring a little softer and more comfortable. This can work – at least until there is a basement moisture problem, leak or flood.
Damp carpets are a breeding ground for mould, mildew and bacteria that create a musty odour and can aggravate allergies.
Wooden Sub-Floors
Many basement contractors and do-it-yourselfers build a wooden sub-floor. The advantage is clear, a wooden sub-floor raises the floor well above the cold concrete, so it stays warmer and above most moisture problems and floods.
The problem is, if your basement floods, or if there are damp conditions, the wood of your sub-floor also becomes damp. It doesn’t take long for wet wood to begin to rot or become a home for smelly and unhealthy mould and mildew.
Another problem with a wooden sub-floor is it drastically reduces the ceiling height of your basement. Especially in older homes, basement ceilings are already quite low, so any loss of ceiling height can make the space feel cramped.
So, is there a basement flooring system that will not be affected by moisture?
The Thermal Dry Basement Flooring System from Clarke Basement Systems is water resistant and keeps your basement warm, dry and free of mold, mildew and their odours.
The Thermal Dry Basement Flooring System forms an excellent vapour barrier so your flooring materials will not be affected by basement moisture problems.
You can use the Thermal Dry Basement Flooring System as a sub-floor, or choose from a variety of attractive Thermal Dry Basement Flooring and have a finished floor that stays warm and dry.
 The Thermal Dry Basement Flooring System is available through Clarke Basement Systems. A Clarke basement flooring professional can help you determine the best option for your basement. Clarke’s qualified basement flooring installation specialists will make sure your basement floor is set into place properly, so you will never again need to worry about a wet floor in your basement.
Contact Clarke Basement Systems today and arrange for a free estimate to make your finished basement a warm, dry and comfortable place for you and your family.
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