I need super inexpensive but creative ideas to cover a floor... no carpet please.
-
AK Complete Home Renovations on Jan 18, 2012What about engineered prefinished floating hardwoods? Very cost effective for the result you get. We've also seen some amazing painted concrete floors posted on Hometalk - try searching posts for painted concrete or painted floors. Our Hometalk paint experts might have some suggestions for removing the adhesive.Helpful Reply
-
-
Terry S on Jan 18, 2012it is actually what they called black cut back glue. it does look like tar.not sure on removal..Helpful Reply
-
-
3po3 on Jan 18, 2012I know a lot of people here are critical of laminate floors (including myself at times), but they are an inexpensive option that works really well over concrete. They won't last a lifetime, but they are fairly durable and tough, and look really nice.Helpful Reply
-
-
Woodbridge Environmental Tiptophouse.com on Jan 18, 2012Jamie, where is the floor. Basement or grade level slab? Reason being there are several concerns about the materials that you would use for one and the other. Moisture is the issue at hand. So is comfort as well. Also knowing what the room is also helpful as there are many types of flooring options but many have a special use and what works well in one area may become a disaster in another. Last question. How big an area are you looking to cover?Helpful Reply
-
-
Amazing Improvements and Garages on Jan 19, 2012There are adhesive removers specific to the type of glue. Check with a professional supplier of flooring products in your area for suggestions and chemical strippers. Don't cut the products and use them at their suggested density. Nothing is perfect. We have used Bean-e-Do which is soy bean based and a Green product. Not cheap, but you will be amazed at the power of a soy bean !Helpful Reply
-
-
KMS Woodworks on Jan 19, 2012Plank vinyl...its free floating like a laminate and pretty diy friendly. http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10051&productId=202075773&langId=-1&catalogId=10053&MERCH=REC-_-product-2-_-100595258-_-202075773-_-N&locStoreNum=1546 This comes in wood versions as well as tile versionsHelpful Reply
-
-
Jamie P on Jan 19, 2012@Woodbridge good points. Grade level slab - I think - the house is a reverse basement where most of the living space is upstairs but the main entry is downstairs. Not a split level. Front entry room, used like a family room it has a wood burning fireplace. Reasonably heavy traffic. Oh there are a few dings in the concrete where old carpet strips were once pulled up. Thanks for all the replies thus far y'all.Helpful Reply
-
-
3po3 on Jan 19, 2012Laminate or the plank vinyl that KMS suggested should be good, inexpensive options for this application. Good luck.Helpful Reply
-
-
Stacey B on Jan 20, 2012for a really inexpensive idea, I've been considering a brown-bag (paper) floor-here are two website/tutorials- http://tatertotsandjello.com/2011/03/guest-project-brown-paper-flooring.html; and http://www.curbly.com/users/diy-maven/posts/9016-budget-flooring-brown-paper-bagsHelpful Reply
-
-
Helene Salowitz on Apr 05, 2014I have a terrace. It used to have carpeting, but we picked it up. What are some suggestions for flooring on the terrace?Helpful Reply
-
Related Discussions
Vinyl plank flooring vs pergo (laminate)
I currently have stinky dirty carpeting in my living room and I want to replace it with a durable flooring that can stand up to dogs and kids.
How to remove popcorn ceiling that has been painted?
Does having a paint over a popcorn ceiling change how I'd remove the popcorn ceiling?
How to apply peel and stick wallpaper?
I want to spruce up my walls with peel-and-stick wallpaper. Has anyone used this before and can advise me as to how to apply it properly?
How to stain wood floor?
I've heard staining is a good technique for updating floors. So how do I stain my wood floor?
Vinyl plank wood-look floor versus engineered hardwood
We are building a new home and trying to decide between engineered hardwood or vinyl plank wood-look flooring. We have two kids and are wanting durability but want it... See more
"Select Surfaces" laminate from Sam's Club
Has anyone used the Select Surfaces flooring from Sam's Club? I have read good things on blogs about it, but don't know anyone who has actually used it. We are about ... See more