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The Best Flooring for Your
Basement
 Install a Vapour Barrier
 Most flooring products that you would put into a finished basement
require a reliable vapour barrier to protect against moisture that
will seep through that concrete floor over time. That’s why it’s very
important to invest in a high-quality vapour barrier that’s thick and
resilient and that’s installed properly. It’s best to have professional
installers put down your vapour barrier so that you’re sure there are
no gaps in your installation.
 Looking at Flooring Options
 Now that your concrete floor is suitably protected by a vapour
barrier, it’s time to move on to the flooring options themselves. Two
common products used in basements are carpets and vinyl
flooring. Inorganic carpet designed for basement use can help
create a warmer surface while also helping to soften up the floor.
Just make sure you get the kind with the thick plastic backing
designed to keep water out.