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Interlocking Flooring Tiles That Are Good For Basements

By Lisa Hobbie

Created: Oct, 2021 - Modified: Mar, 2024

Interlocking floor tiles for basement settings are often a great choice, as they are easy to install and remove a single tile if ever needed.

Interlocking floor tiles for the basement are designed to be quickly and easily installed over cement or similar subfloors, and they are made to endure environmental factors and other elements that often exist in basements. Should a tile or small section of tiles become damaged in any way, they can easily be popped out and replaced with new ones - something that can’t be done with other flooring solutions.

Greatmats offers a wonderful selection of interlocking floor tiles for basement settings, with the following 6 products being among some of the best:

These flooring products are superior to cheap laminate floors and are super popular basement solutions because they are designed to endure everything and anything they may be subject to in a basement environment. They look great and perform well, are affordable, and deliver many excellent features and benefits.

Vinyl Top Modular Tiles

Max Tile Raised Floor TileMax Tile Raised Floor Tile is a modular product popular among those who want a faux wood solution in their basement that can withstand water. It’s a super versatile option that outperforms and over-delivers.

Max Tile has a raised, floating design that allows for air and water flow beneath it. This greatly reduces the potential for the unwanted growth of mold, mildew, and bacteria. It has an attractive, commercial-grade vinyl surface that delivers the look of a shiny hardwood floor - without the high price tag, maintenance, and vulnerability that hardwood is often known for.

This basement flooring solution combines performance and durability and offers a thermal insulative benefit and extreme comfort. They deliver a classy, finished look in any home basement setting.

Carpeted Flooring

Carpet Tiles Modular SquaresCarpet Tiles Modular Squares provide a floor constructed from recycled materials and Berber like carpet top that will float over almost any flat surface. The squares are simple to snap together without padding or adhesive, and they are also equally as easy to remove to check subfloors.

This product is made to handle lots of foot traffic, heavy furniture, and high roll loads with its quality construction. It is perfect for cold basement floors, as the tiles reduce transmission of cold temperatures from the subfloor through the carpet by way of the layer of air in between. With the raised design, if the subfloor gets wet, the carpet tiles will allow for airflow beneath and can be taken apart and reassembled as needed.

High Density Foam Puzzle Mat

Gym Floor Workout Fitness Tile Pebble TopGym Floor Workout Fitness Tile Pebble Top is a great option if you want an interlocking product for a basement gym. This product is made from durable, high-density EVA foam material and is designed specifically for use in home gyms and weight rooms.

Because it’s waterproof and designed to endure the use and abuse of heavy exercise equipment, it is literally perfect for basement use. The tiles offer cushioning, protection to subfloors, and insulation against otherwise cold, hard basement surfaces. The tiles’ puzzle-style edges easily interlock to simplify installation and hold them together tightly in place, even when they’re subject to stress.

Interlocking Vinyl Tiles

HomeStyle Stone Series Floor TileHomeStyle Stone Series Floor Tile offers the look of a designer stone floor in a product that is suitable for a basement. It’s made of vinyl on a plastic base, and it interlocks for an easy installation without adhesive.

This tile is hygienic with antibacterial properties, stain resistant, and delivers a surface that is comfortable and slip resistant. It is designed to hold even the heaviest of loads, and it is very easy to clean and maintain. It presents an upscale appearance for a low installed cost.

Gym Rubber & PVC Flooring

Interlocking Rubber Floor TilesInterlocking Rubber Floor Tiles are perfect for a basement gym. They are an interlocking rubber option that is made in the USA and very easy to install.

These extremely versatile, commercial-grade tiles come with flecks of grey or blue. It’s an interlocking flooring product that doesn't require adhesive for installation. Each of the tiles is 8mm thick and made to withstand exercise equipment and intense workouts, as well as heavy basement use and abuse.



StayLock Tile Orange Peel ColorsStayLock Tile Orange Peel Colors interlocking floor tiles for basement settings are made of PVC and have a design that locks together tightly to prevent unwanted separation.

This product delivers a cushioned feel, fabulous support, ergonomic benefits, and anti-fatigue properties. The waterproof tiles have a raised base and lightweight design, and they are very easy to clean and maintain.

Greatmats - For The Best Interlocking Floor Tiles For Basement Use

If you are looking for interlocking floor tiles for basement use, the featured products are definitely among the best. To learn more about any of them, or, for help deciding which one is right for you, just reach out to the Greatmats’ team. They can provide you with all of the information you need to choose the perfect solution for your space.