14 Ways to Transform Your Basement Flooring From Drab to Fab
Basements have been some of the most under-utilized spaces in the home. This is often because their attic-like appearance fails to draw inspiration. A basement flooring makeover can inspire a completely new appeal that will have the family gathering there for recreational activities and hobbies. There are a variety of inspirational basement flooring ideas available, utilizing paint, hardwood flooring, concrete, and more. So, here are a few highlights from our projects at Hometalk!
1. Unique Basement Flooring to Soften the Room
A basement is typically used for storage; however, it can be turned into an attractive and functional area used for hobbies, as an office, or any other purpose that calls for extra space. The gray patterning on the black highlights the homely tones. Basement floor ideas should aim to extend the style of your home like this one does. Get tutorial here
3. Faux Marble Basement Flooring: DIY Makeover
Surprisingly, creating a faux marble look using basement floor paint doesn’t require great artistic skill. In fact, it is a simple technique anyone can learn. The beauty of the end product lies in the way the pastel white and soft grey flooring brings light into the basement. You’ll also enjoy the way it tends to hide minor dirt. Get tutorial here
4. Warm Basement Flooring Ideas: Painted Vinyl
There's nothing as comforting as a warm, glowing orange hue. Vinyl floors tend to get old and tatty when they reach their life’s end. This Hometalker turned a neglected corner into a cozy space using basement floor paint. The end product is stylish and modern, giving the entire room a new purpose alongside its fresh and vibrant look. Get tutorial here
5. Basement Flooring and Room Makeover Ideas
Reinvent a neglected room used for storage! A basement has the potential to become a whole second (or third) level for the family to enjoy. A Moroccan-theme is unique and trendy, especially with this wonderful Western touch. In terms of basement flooring ideas, these hardwood floors transform the room. Get tutorial here
6. Pull the Carpets on Old Basement Flooring
A simple hardwood floor gives an old basement a new purpose alongside its new lease on life. The darkness of the wood gives a distinctly crisp and neat appeal, which is easily matched with beautiful, dark wood furniture. Use lighter wood for a softer appeal in your basement flooring ideas. Get tutorial here
7. Wooden a Basement Flooring Makeover Be Nice?
Perfect for those seeking a durable and partially sound-proof answer to basement flooring, the use of DRIcore subfloor creates a sturdy and highly functional flooring option that's ideal for a workspace. The wood provides a cushioned surface that offers great insulation, and it's fairly quick and easy to install without professional help. Get tutorial here
8. Reinvent Dull Concrete Basement Flooring
Paint your way to a beautiful basement with this faux brick inspiration using basement floor paint. Other than a degree of accuracy, it requires only minimal experience. It’s an easy way to liven up the floor space and add a subtle sense of warmth thanks to colors. The best part? You can choose the pattern you want your bricks to create. Get tutorial here
9. Metallic Inspiration: Epoxy Basement Floor
Designer flooring is a sure-fire way to reinvent your basement. High-performance gloss urethane makes this gorgeous metallic flooring super durable and incredibly shiny. Floors this fabulous in the basement ask for a professional purpose, such as an office, a classroom, or a consultation room. The ebbing colors create a cozy and homely finishing touch. Get tutorial here
10. Craft Room Basement Flooring Makeover
A faux finish isn’t always about painting bricks - create a textured look that’s comforting, tough, and perfect for areas that are used for crafts and hobbies (and may experience paint spills, glue spills, and impact). It is important to ensure the floors are adequately sealed to increase their lifespan and lower the upkeep. Get tutorial here
11. Overlapping Concrete Stains: Basement Floors
The beautiful overlap of the earthy colors gives this basement flooring project a unique and artistic final touch. Use a lighter shade of stain to encourage an airy or minimalistic appeal. The webbed patterning combined with the lighter inner stain makes it easy to pair with dark or pine-colored wood furniture. The best part? It’s super durable. Get tutorial here
12. DIY Ideas: The Best Flooring for Basements
An upmarket appeal meets the rustic hunting cottage vibe in this basement makeover project. The dark wood offers an authentic look that’s easy to pair with rustic furniture items - and those chunky hardwood DIY pillars. This project turns an old unused space into a warm zone ideal for every member of the family to enjoy together. Get tutorial here
13. Basement Makeover: Flooring Inspiration
This full basement makeover includes a comprehensive gutting and refitting of everything - from the ceilings to the floors. The final product boasts beautiful hardwood floors, unobtrusive paint colors to the walls, and carpeting to differentiate between rooms. The hardwood floors give the basement a homely and apartment-like feel. Get tutorial here
14. Billiard Room Ideas for Basement Flooring
While this project focuses on flooring for a billiard room, redoing your basement will call for some outside-the-box inspiration. This project uses gorgeous pine-colored hardwood to warm the room, both visually and in terms of heat retention. It's perfect for a gorgeous vintage look in your basement, opening the space up for more activities. Get tutorial here
