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The Best Flooring Options for Basements in Colorado Springs, CO

March 07, 2023

In basement spaces, it’s important to choose the right flooring to protect your home from water damage and other moisture-related issues. Learn which materials perform best in the basement and how to choose the right option for your space.

What Makes Basement Flooring Different

When deciding on flooring material for your basement area, it's essential to keep in mind that the basement is more susceptible to humidity and accidents such as leaking or flooding. Choosing a durable and waterproof flooring option can save you hundreds of dollars if your basement suffers water damage.

Hardwood and carpet, for example, are classic flooring choices, but both are poor options for durability and water resistance.

Comparing Basement Flooring Materials

Choosing the best material to install in your basement can be intimidating. There are so many options to consider!

Here's a brief, side-by-side comparison of each material and how they perform in basement spaces:

Vinyl: Vinyl flooring is one of the safest options for basements. This type of flooring is made of PVC, making it highly durable and waterproof. You can get it in both plank and tile form to replicate the look of hardwood or tile, and it can hold up well against pets, kids, and daily foot traffic.
Tile: Compared to vinyl, tile is more expensive and time-consuming to install. However, the benefits are often worth it, as tile is stain-resistant, water-resistant, and offers a more stylish, high-end look. If you’re worried about tile flooring feeling cold underfoot, contractors can install subflooring during the installation process to help improve comfort.
Laminate: Laminate is a budget-friendly flooring option that, similar to vinyl, replicates the look of hardwood, stone, or even ceramic tile at a fraction of the cost. However, only some varieties are 100% waterproof, so be sure to select the right option with your supplier.
Stone/Concrete: Stone and concrete flooring are durable, long-lasting options that perform well in basement spaces. Both materials are highly resistant to moisture and can handle heavy foot traffic. However, concrete is often the material homeowners want to cover once a basement is finished. If this is the case, consider stone instead—it offers far more design variety and creates a more polished, upscale appearance.

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If you've been searching for basement flooring installation options in Colorado Springs, CO Footprints Floors has the expertise you need! Our professional contractors are experts in every kind of flooring installation. They will handle every step of the process to ensure your basement flooring project goes smoothly.

Give us a call today to receive a free estimate on your project!

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Key Takeaways

Basements require different flooring considerations because they are more vulnerable to humidity, leaks, and flooding.
Vinyl, tile, laminate, and stone/concrete each offer different benefits for basement spaces.
Choosing the right basement flooring material can help protect your home from moisture damage while improving comfort and appearance.

What Makes Basement Flooring Different
Comparing Basement Flooring Materials
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Mark Duskus

Colorado Springs Owner

Mark has been in the flooring industry for many years. He brings solid experience and knowledge with him to every project. Having owned and managed his own flooring business in Colorado Springs for more than 12 years, he understands the importance of a job well done and the value of customer satisfaction. He also understands the great city of Colorado Springs as a knowledgeable local.

Mark and his loving wife Wendy are kept busy with their two active boys, Kylin and Korbin. His family is high energy and enjoys sports, the outdoors, and the occasional crazy challenges such as the 12 mile "Tough Mudder" obstacle course race. Mark is an avid hockey player, so when not on the ice or working, he is usually at a rink watching one of his boys in a game!

Mark grew up all over the world in the military, but has called Colorado home for 25 years now. After high school he attended Pikes Peak Community College, and then studied Business Management at the University of Phoenix. Mark built his flooring knowledge working on residential remodels, custom homes, and commercial properties over the past decade.

Mark is proud to be a member of the Footprints Floors team. He values how Footprints Floors does business ethically, fair, and with the goal of providing an excellent service to our valuable customers.

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