How to install a base for a concrete floor.
How to put red cement on floor.
A concrete floor should be sealed to protect against.
If you have a vinyl floor you may be able to install your flooring directly on top of it.
One of the first steps in refinishing a basement or turning a garage into a usable room is to put down a new floor.
Experienced professionals pay close attention to managing moisture and minimizing wood floor expansion and contraction when preparing to install hardwood floors on concrete slabs.
Seal all edges with tape.
In this video we show you how to pour your basic 16 x 12 concrete slab.
Multiply length times width of the room.
Determine how much flooring and materials will be needed.
Then vacuum the floor with a wet dry vac or sweep it with a broom.
Make a final check with the level to be sure all the high and low spots are gone.
Before you install file flooring follow the directions above for fixing high spots and low spots in a wood or concrete subfloor.
Add about 10 to that number to account for any possible mistakes and warped boards.
Remove any carpet or other flooring.
How to install a heated hardwood floor.
Fortunately concrete floors can be covered with a variety of more attractive materials including vinyl tile which is simple to install.
Adding an in floor heating system under hardwood flooring.
Concrete floors are durable and easy to clean but not very attractive.
Installing a hardwood floor over a concrete slab.
A heated floor is a great addition to a kitchen.
We go over all the necessary steps for your concrete slab to come out perfect.
New concrete based products allow diyers to create custom looks to suit their tastes.