Basement Dining Room Flooring

[Deal Guy]

My 3 options at the moment are LINOLEUM, VINYL, and LAMINATE. I've heard that Laminate is not the best option due to moisture in basements. Assuming that is correct, do I go with linoleum or vinyl. I understand that vinyl is better that linoleum, but its also around double the price as vinyl? So which is better. From these 3 which is the least likely to tear?(This is for a tenant)

[moko]

Vinyl is definitely more durable. The most durable option for basements didn't make your list, epoxy.  You can spray spots of paint to create a nice pattern then coat with epoxy.  This is the preferred method if the cement isn't perfectly level. (Though sometimes it's cheaper to level the floor and lay vinyl)

[aygart]

With linoleum if there is a small year you need to replace the whole thing. With vinyl you only need to replace that tile.

[Deal Guy]

With linoleum if there is a small year you need to replace the whole thing. With vinyl you only need to replace that tile.

I hear you.
Since vinyl is double the price of linoleum, does the vinyl last at least double as long as linoleum?

[aygart]

I hear you.
Since vinyl is double the price of linoleum, does the vinyl last at least double as long as linoleum?

my point is that even if a couple of times get chips or tears the floor is still okay, just replace the time and you are fine with the rest. You are likely to need to replace some in high wear areas, especially if chairs don't have good glides on them they will scratch and chip the floor. With linoleum the floor is gone. With vinyl you just switch those tiles and you are good. This makes for a very big difference in life span, just be generous in buying extra tiles.

[churnbabychurn]

They don't do carpet anymore in the dining rooms in basements? That's the way it used to be...

[ckmk47]

Vinyl is definitely more durable. The most durable option for basements didn't make your list, epoxy.  You can spray spots of paint to create a nice pattern then coat with epoxy.  This is the preferred method if the cement isn't perfectly level. (Though sometimes it's cheaper to level the floor and lay vinyl)

Look into epoxy.  My house came with it in the kitchen and dinnette. It was the most durable, ugly floor I've ever had.  Lasted me 12 years and the previous owner probably 10.  I only changed it because I renovated.

[skyguy918]

my point is that even if a couple of times get chips or tears the floor is still okay, just replace the time and you are fine with the rest. You are likely to need to replace some in high wear areas, especially if chairs don't have good glides on them they will scratch and chip the floor. With linoleum the floor is gone. With vinyl you just switch those tiles and you are good. This makes for a very big difference in life span, just be generous in buying extra tiles.

Both vinyl and linoleum can be sold in sheet or tile form. Either way, if you get tiles you can replace one broken piece, and if you get sheet it must be replaced entirely.

[moko]

Both vinyl and linoleum can be sold in sheet or tile form. Either way, if you get tiles you can replace one broken piece, and if you get sheet it must be replaced entirely.

but vinyl doesn't wear out as fast

[Super Speed]

My 3 options at the moment are LINOLEUM, VINYL, and LAMINATE. I've heard that Laminate is not the best option due to moisture in basements. Assuming that is correct, do I go with linoleum or vinyl. I understand that vinyl is better that linoleum, but its also around double the price as vinyl? So which is better. From these 3 which is the least likely to tear?(This is for a tenant)

I think my basement has laminate, is that the fake wood flooring which a lot of Shuls are putting in? If it is it's great even with my moisture which is a lot ( I finally bought a dehumidifier ) I love the look and it seems to last well. I'm here 2 1/2 years buts it's in excellent condition.

[moko]

I think my basement has laminate, is that the fake wood flooring which a lot of Shuls are putting in? If it is it's great even with my moisture which is a lot ( I finally bought a dehumidifier ) I love the look and it seems to last well. I'm here 2 1/2 years buts it's in excellent condition.

I would hope any floor would look great after only 2 1/2 yrs. See what it looks like in 10 yrs.

[high end hobo]

I know this is an old post. But there is another option, TimberCore.
Doesnt have any issues with moisture and doesn't get scratched.

PM me if you want to know where to get it for a good price

[davidd75]

any updates on the preferred flooring in basements?

Is vinyl or laminate still the top 2 most popular choices?

[~King Lake~]

any updates on the preferred flooring in basements?

Is vinyl or laminate still the top 2 most popular choices?

i think epoxy beats them all

[Dan]

We did floating LVT. Not thrilled about how it pops up in some places, but for the most part it looks and feels great and seems very durable.

[moko]

any updates on the preferred flooring in basements?

Is vinyl or laminate still the top 2 most popular choices?

the op only gave 3 choices. There are a host of others. I lived in a rental with epoxy (probably the most durable). In my own basement apartment, we did porcelain tile in the kitchen, living room, dining room, and carpet (no padding) in the hallways and bedrooms. Never had any water issues....

[CountValentine]

I have woodgrain vinyl in the family room (below ground level). It is glued down. Probably around 10 years old and still looks new.

[LNS]

i am also looking to redo my basement... can you tell me who you are planning on using? what are prices for all these options?
Thanks

[davidd75]

i think epoxy beats them all

its more expensive than vinyl or laminate?
can you get a wood like look?