Basement Subfloor Systems

It creates an air gap above cold damp concrete to protect insulate and cushion your finished floors.

Basement subfloor systems.

Wood panels such as plywood or oriented strand board are common subfloor choices. With the right moisture protection you can turn a damp moldy basement into a safe and livable family room or workshop. Dricore is the one step engineered subfloor solution that is specifically designed for basements. Get a free estimate all thermaldry flooring tiles share the same 12 in square shape and snap together design.

However because wood is a naturally porous substance that will absorb moisture when used as a basement subfloor these materials are often installed on mini joists known as sleepers which allow it to sit above a concrete pad. Add 10 wastage and it comes to about 1 200. Estimating my own 800 square feet of basement. Dricore subfloor is the first and most important step towards creating a new living space as warm and comfortable as any other space in your home.

Its dimpled rugged gray plastic membrane provides a seamless mold and moisture barrier for any concrete slab on grade floor in your home. Thermaldry floor decking provides a permanent subfloor that s insulated and immune to mold and moisture damage. It s the perfect preparation for your finished floor. Designed with air gap technology dricore subfloor raises finished floors off the concrete to not only help protect against moisture but to also help insulate and cushion against the cold hard concrete.

Many basement flooring materials like paint epoxy tile and rubber flooring for example can go down directly over the basement s original poured concrete floor as long as the concrete is in good condition. Helps protect against moisture mold mildew and small water leaks makes floors feel warmer. Subfloor panel system at a cost of 8 49 per panel the cost of a 800 sq. But this direct installation will result in a floor that s cold underfoot.

Best in the basement. Installation would be about 1 700 lowe s. Otherwise the slab or the flooring will be damp during the summer due to condensation on the cool slab. This subfloor system includes a layer of rigid foam insulation to keep the finished floor surface just as comfortable as any upstairs floor.

If your basement slab lacks sub slab insulation you ll need to install some rigid foam above your slab especially if you decide to install carpeting. Yes you can build a 12 inch high basement subfloor and stay dry above everything but basement ceilings tend to be low. Even an inch or two in elevation for your subfloor will make a noticeable difference. For a warm and comfortable basement choose the dorken delta fl subfloor.