I'm going to be removing that peel and stick. It'll just be cement until I figure out what to do.
How do I improve this transition?
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I'm currently finishing my basement. There are two halves to my basement and they are separated by a very interesting incline. I don't know whether I should build some sort of steps or if anyone has a good idea for a rubber transition. It gets pretty slippery and not manageable for older people. I'm leaning towards putting a step or two in but I'm not really sure how to do it. If you could take a look at the picture and let me know if you have a suggestion, I would appreciate it. Thank you.
The house was built in 1900 so the top of the incline isn't level and dips and certain places.
You can purchase a transition threshold that is for two different heights of flooring. It is smooth on top but adjusted on the bottom. You can get a wooden one and stain to match one of the parquet tones.
After u pull up flooring even it with cement or plywood to make even then put flooring
For a simple and quick fix....I would remove the tiles on the incline and glue down rubber flooring like they have in gyms and fitness centers. Various styles and colors available. Slip resistant.
https://www.google.com/search?q=glue+down+rubber+flooring&source=univ&tbm=shop&tbo=u&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiCp8Ci_NngAhUMWa0KHRs8BAUQsxgIKw&biw=1536&bih=740
You should be able to get the thickness you need. If it does need to be beveled....you can use a razor utility knife to trim it or coarse sandpaper to get the thickness. Do not bevel the top but bevel the bottom. Once it's glued down you will have a smooth transition.
After taking up the tile, I would put in a step (that's a pretty good incline to just slope the floor). Make sure to put in either a handrails of grab bars so older people can navigate it safely. After you put in the step, there is self leveling compound that you can pour on the floor. Just remember to put something at the step to keep the leveling compound where you want it.