A sound subfloor is needed when you’re laying carpet, vinyl, laminate or engineered hardwood on a cement basement floor so the surface is warm, dry and resilient. DRIcore is a modular system of 2-foot ...

The basement floor is typically made of solid, sealed concrete that is designed for long-lasting durability. However, the plain appearance, hard texture, and cold temperature can definitely make the ...

Q: Should I install a subfloor in the basement I’m finishing? My contractor says we don’t need a subfloor, but I’m leery about this idea. A: The answer depends on what your contractor means by “no ...

Canadians love finished basements, but the way basement floors are typically installed is out of date and often leads to cold feet in winter and musty indoor air in summer. Too many basement floors ...

The thought of tackling an unfinished basement is exciting and can add much needed space to a bustling household. However, basements in most older homes were built without a crawl space below, which ...

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