Best Flooring for Calgary Basements

Basement flooring in Calgary needs to handle concrete, moisture, cold floors and daily use. For most finished basements, vinyl flooring is the most practical choice. For bathrooms, laundry rooms and wet areas, tile installation is usually the better option.

Vinyl Flooring for Finished Basements

Vinyl plank works well in basements because it is durable, easier to maintain and more comfortable than tile. It is a good choice for family rooms, rental suites, condos and basement renovation projects.

If you are planning a basement floor replacement, see our vinyl flooring Calgary page for LVP and glue down vinyl installation.

Tile for Basement Bathrooms and Laundry Rooms

Tile is better for areas where water is more likely. Basement bathrooms, laundry rooms and entrance areas can benefit from tile because it handles water well when installed over a properly prepared surface.

For bathroom floors, shower tile and laundry room tile, visit our tile installation Calgary page.

Check the Concrete Before Installing Flooring

Before installing vinyl or tile, the concrete should be checked for cracks, moisture and uneven spots. A poor subfloor can cause gaps, movement, cracked grout or an uneven finished floor.

Measure the Basement First

Measure the length and width of each room before ordering material. You can use our square footage calculator to calculate the total sq ft.

What We Usually Recommend

For most Calgary basements, vinyl plank is the best all around flooring option. For bathrooms, laundry rooms and wet areas, tile is usually the stronger choice.