Interlocking tiles are especially friendly to DIYers.
No adhesives are required; the tiles simply lay on top of the concrete slab subfloor.
Resistant to Moisture
In most basements, three types of water can damage your flooring.
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With rubber, you have a surface covering material that is completely immune to water damage.
This can be potentially harmful to the air quality of the environment.
By contrast, carpet and wood flooring materials can provide food and favorable living conditions for mold.
The flooring is typically applied directly over the concrete subfloor covered with a vapor barrier.
This is particularly advantageous in basements, where rising moisture can lead to adhesive failure.
This inherent toughness means that a quality rubber floor can last for decades, and look great doing it.
The cost can be offset to some extent with DIY installation as well as the material’s durability.
The smell is physically harmless, but sensitive people may be bothered by it.
The smell usually vanishes within a few weeks.
A basement slab already covered with vinyl flooring is also well-suited for accepting a rubber floor.
It also is an excellent choice for exercise spaces.
