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Old Mar 7, 2007, 11:07 AM
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pvc tile for use on cement

Is pvc the best tile to use on cement basement floor?

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Old Mar 7, 2007, 11:18 AM   #2  
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It will be cold to the touch as would ceramic or porcelain tile. Before you think of tiling you need to test the floor for moisture. Take a piece of clear plastic sheeting about 12x12 and tape it to the floor with duct tape. Let it sit over a few nights and check to see if there is condensation on the underside of the plastic. If there is condensation tiling is not a good choice at all. I have installed some sub-flooring material that works well in moisture situations. It is a thick bubble wrap like material with OSB attached on the top. The bubble wrap gives moisture a place to go and to evaporate. The OSB gives a good surface for laminates, carpet or even tile.
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