5 options for a new finish of the basement (cheap and beautiful): profiled sheet, siding, slate, tile adhesive, plastic, shingles

There are many materials for plating the basement. But we all want it to be cheap, durable, beautiful. The basement is the most vulnerable area of ​​the house, which is exposed to moisture and requires protection. Let's talk about cheap options for finishing the basement, but not at the expense of quality and appearance.

1 way

A chic finish can be done with tile glue. You will also need a deep penetration primer and paint. The finished finish can be coated with polyurethane varnish. First you need to clean the base from dirt, dust. Then prime. Apply a layer of tile adhesive and wait for it to set, but not completely dry.

Then, with a spatula, spatula or other tool, make grooves that will imitate a stone or brick. After a day, everything will dry out well and you will need to prime the surface at one time. Then add dye (color) to the facade paint. Each stone can be painted in different colors. Then paint over the seams with black. Top with stain over the entire surface. It will make all stones darker and more saturated. Top with colorless varnish (optional).

2 way

Plinth finishing with slate. This material may be lying around in your shed. The only negative: the dust from cutting flat slate is harmful to humans.

Therefore, it is recommended to wear protective equipment. It is recommended to use pressed, dense slate for the basement. The material does not rust, does not rot, does not burn, and is frost-resistant.

3 way

Plastic panels for finishing the base / plinth. Light weight of material, variety of shades, patterns. Another plus: not afraid of temperature changes, easy to wash and fix. There is no need to paint, varnish, etc.

Most main plus: low material price. During installation, do not tighten the fasteners (self-tapping screws) tightly and leave small gaps at the panel joints. It is better to fix the panels to the frame. Lay insulation under the panels (min. cotton wool or expanded polystyrene). Make air vents in the panels (cut out holes and close with a grill).

4 way

Siding decoration. You can match the color of the facade or make the edging from different colors. You can buy specials. basement panels with imitation of stone, tiles, bricks, wood. This is a cheap material with a service life of 50 years. The siding plinth is easy to clean. Insulation can be laid under the siding. Cons: requires lathing.

Professional list - analog of siding with similar installation and characteristics.

This material also protects well against heat loss and moisture. If you lay the profiled sheet horizontally, then the base will look more original than with vertical fastening.

5 way

Plinth finishing with roofing material - shingles. The only condition is an even base for installation. The cost of the material is from 200-1000 rubles. per sq. m. The shingles should be fastened on self-tapping screws with a press washer or nails with a wide head.

We wish you good luck and fulfillment of your plans!