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Protecting the basement from moisture is a necessary and primary task when forming the basement of a house. The base is the connecting link between the above-ground structures of a structure and its fundamental underground foundation. The strength of the base largely determines the stability of the entire structure. During the construction process, it provides the necessary surface for the structure façade walls. In the future, its main function will be protection from penetrating atmospheric and ground moisture.

Meanwhile, the very foot of the house suffers most from dampness and becomes the most vulnerable spot in the building. It takes on the consequences of heavy rains and melting snow, leading to destruction. Therefore, waterproofing the base is necessary; in addition, it requires careful attention to the choice protective equipment, which are able to adequately withstand the aggressive action of water.

Means and methods for protecting the basement of a house from moisture

Basement waterproofing.

When choosing materials for waterproofing the base, it is necessary to take into account that work is carried out in two directions:

• vertical protection, which involves applying a coating to the wall surface;
• horizontal protection - laying waterproofing between the walls of the basement and the foundation.

Horizontal insulation of a house can prevent the penetration of capillary moisture into the above-ground structures of the building. It is implemented using rolled materials. The most common among them are roofing felt and roofing felt. Roofing felt has a cardboard base, so when choosing it you should understand that you can count on long-term service life no need to.

Modern roofing felt coatings are more effective. They are made of elastomeric bitumen, and the role of the supporting layer is performed by polyester nonwovens or durable fiberglass.

Vertical is very variable and can be performed different ways waterproofing treatment.

1. Spreading involves the use of bitumen and its analogues. The thick consistency of the material makes it possible to achieve a thick protective layer on the surface of the house. However this material is not different high performance strength. He's too unstable mechanical damage. Innovative building materials, e.g. liquid glass, much more durable and efficient.
2. Protective varnishes and paints are used for painting. The advantages include affordability and simplicity of the application process.
3. The impregnation process is based on the use liquid polymers and synthetic resins.
4. Pasting allows the use of a wide range of rolled waterproofing materials.

When choosing a product that will help treat the plinth, it is necessary to take into account compatibility with the building material used to construct the plinth.

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Penetrating waterproofing

The advantage of penetrating waterproofing lies in the fact that it is able to penetrate 90 cm into the thickness of concrete. It moves along the same cracks and capillaries through which moisture could move. Having penetrated into the thickness of concrete, the material reacts with the components of concrete.

Penetrating waterproofing fills all small cavities concrete structure at home, due to which the material gains strength (the strength of concrete increases by 20%). Chemical composition makes it resistant to acids, alkalis and petroleum products, in addition, it is not subject to mechanical stress.

Clean the surface from dust and construction debris. Dilute the dry powder in water, following the instructions on the package, stir the mixture thoroughly until homogeneous. The mixture must be applied to the moistened surface of the concrete structure. Apply the first layer of penetrating waterproofing to the base, and after it has dried, apply the second. Experts recommend waterproofing with penetrating materials using synthetic brushes or a special mortar pump. The basement of a house can only be treated with this type of material at temperatures above zero.

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Rolled adhesive waterproofing

Under roll materials understand bitumen, polymer and synthetic waterproofing. The material is glued to all base structures of the house. Typically, external walls are covered with several layers of waterproofing. If the house is located in an area with a lot of groundwater, then the number of layers can be increased to five.

Layers of insulation are glued to external walls ground floor, placing them overlapping. This type insulation is not resistant to damage, therefore, at a distance of 1 cm from the surface of the waterproofing layer, it is erected brick wall half a brick or a reinforced concrete block is installed. The space between the protective wall and the waterproofing is filled with bitumen mastic. Installation work can be carried out at temperatures environment not lower than 10°C.

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Coating waterproofing

When protecting the surface of the base from moisture, you should pay attention to the coating materials that are applied to the internal and external surfaces. If the mastic is applied from the outside of the wall, moisture is prevented from penetrating into the room. There are several types of coating materials: bitumen mastics, cement-polymer waterproofing, polymer-bitumen mastics.

Bitumen-based mastics are the most accessible, but have a short service life. After operation for 5 years under the influence low temperatures bitumen material is destroyed, and external moisture will penetrate into the room.

Cement-polymer and polymer-bitumen waterproofing is more resistant to frosty conditions. When installing them, it is necessary to ensure protection from mechanical damage. Clean the surface, apply mastic in several layers depending on humidity and dry the structure.

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How to protect a brick plinth from moisture

Performed in several ways:

• lay brickwork pre-treated with waterproof impregnation in the factory;
• use bitumen lubricant applied to the surface in several layers;
• cover with roofing felt;
• apply mortar special penetrating composition.

The latter method is based on the action of the active components of the mixture, which, once they get into wet microcracks or pores, clog them with their own crystallization.

In construction important point is insulation and protection from external factors any element, its quality will affect energy costs, optimal microclimate and service life of building parts. Since the basis of any building is the foundation, I will talk about it below decorative finishing and protecting the basement from moisture and other factors.

Finishing the foundation with facing stone

Which material to choose

Covering the foundation is a completely doable task with your own hands, the main thing is to choose best material, which will combine all the necessary properties. By the way, facing the foundation can also be done during the repair of the old foundation. First, you need to understand why foundation cladding is needed? Although the foundations of houses are built from durable materials, they also need to be protected from moisture, precipitation, wind, mechanical damage and other adverse factors. Therefore, facing the foundation is initially the protection of the foundation of the house and its preservation operational properties for a long time. Also, treating the base will help protect the basement from moisture and cold and decorate the house. Because construction market replete with necessary materials– our task is to choose the best of them.

Finishing the base with stone

A common finish is decorative plaster, its qualities and properties in modern construction do everything the necessary conditions For high-quality processing surfaces. This finish is an inexpensive and unpretentious option for decorating and protecting the foundation.

But I would not use plaster for several reasons - firstly, it is a labor-intensive process, and secondly, there are many other materials that can provide high-quality protection for the house and create a noble appearance. Moreover, protecting the basement floor from cold and moisture requires thermal insulation qualities.

Of course, you can use various sidings and slabs, but nothing brings as much nobility to a home as facing stone. Therefore, I opt for sandstone, and you will find out what it is below.

Natural stone cladding

Noble finishes

The foundation cladding should not only fulfill its intended purpose, but also act as a decorative element of the basement floor. Natural stone has always been a noble and durable building material, so finishing the base with stone looks harmonious and rich.

Do-it-yourself plinth finishing

Choosing from all the options, I settled on sandstone, which has many properties:

1. Facing stone is a natural building material, time-tested. Its lifespan is simply staggering, more likely to require a home renovation than an old sandstone. The brick foundation, lined with sandstone, looks noble and natural.
2. The strength of the material allows it to withstand large physical exercise, therefore, elements protected by sandstone are not subject to mechanical damage.
3. Repairing an old base using sandstone treatment will help create excellent protection against moisture.
4. Due to the ease of installation, you can cover the brick foundation with your own hands.
5. Due to its porous structure, sandstone has some thermal insulation properties, which allows to reduce heat loss through the basement floor.
6. Facing stone is excellent for finishing various surfaces, be it the facade of a house, interior walls or a brick foundation.
7. The facing stone looks equally harmonious on both brick house, which is on the wooden one. Not everyone will be able to imagine the look created by a cottage whose base is lined with sandstone.
8. The natural texture and patterns of sandstone fit well into a variety of architectural styles.

Finishing the base with natural stone

Combining all of the above advantages, facing stone perfectly protects a brick foundation or any other type of foundation. It is worth noting that a brick foundation is the optimal surface for finishing natural material. This base is easy to process, which allows you to cover the surface with sandstone with your own hands in a short time.

Covering foundation surfaces

Facing stone is a fairly undemanding element, so you can do the renovation of an old basement floor from the outside yourself.

The following tools were useful to me for the repair:

• A metal brush is necessary for preparing the surface and cleaning it.
• A chisel and hammer will be needed in case of repairs to remove the old coating (plaster).
• The ax was useful to me in making notches for better adhesion to the surface.
• I prepared a spray bottle or brush to apply the primer.

Finishing the foundation with stone

If the foundation is not uniform, which is rare, a construction mesh is used, I did without it.

Having cooked necessary tools, I started renovating the exterior of the basement. He did all the necessary work to prepare the surface, cleaned it well and coated it with a high-quality primer. Next, I took a specialized glue for stone laying and began laying out my future masterpiece step by step. The seams between the elements were filled with mortar and carefully processed. The end result was a great view of the basement.

We start doing the cladding from the corner

Finishing a screw foundation

Houses with a brick foundation have a huge advantage over their counterparts. The fact is that the construction of a pile foundation does not allow finishing with sandstone, so the question immediately arises - how to cover the pile foundation from the outside. For me, this question was quite interesting, because it is simply necessary to protect the basement from moisture and cold, and it is necessary to decorate the bottom of the building. But if a brick foundation can be finished with sandstone, then what kind of solution can be found here?
Why come up with such a complex base, which is then difficult to choose a finish for, you ask. But the screw foundation is the only one optimal solution for unsteady and heaving soils. It is the screw foundation that is able to penetrate to great depths and provide reliable support for the house. And the choice of finishing for the base is quite possible using a material such as corrugated sheet.

Covering the base with a metal profile

This material appeared back in 1820 and became very widespread in the construction industry. The corrugated sheet is made of galvanized steel using cold rolling, after which it is subjected to the creation of the required shape - trapezoidal, wavy. This is done more to add rigidity than for beauty. Profiled sheet is unique material, used in the construction of new buildings and renovation of old ones. Steel sheet used not only for decoration ground floors, but also for repairing roofs and walls. In the assortment you can find profiled sheets for facing stone or “wooden” elements. I was very pleased with this choice, because it makes it easy to create unique style with your own hands.

In the assortment you can find profiled sheets for facing stone or “wooden” element

Do-it-yourself cladding of a screw base

Typically, screw foundations are used in the construction of light houses, for example, wooden ones. Therefore, decorative finishing screw foundation must be in harmony with wooden elements. Fortunately, I have found a variety of profiled sheets with imitation stone that goes well with wooden houses. The result is an imitation of a completely natural, natural house.

Profiled sheet “under the stone”

Sheathing a screw foundation is not a difficult task, so I took it on myself and, adhering to following diagram, did a great job:

• For the base of the sheets I made wooden sheathing, having previously soaked the parts with an antiseptic solution.
• To avoid deformation of the sheets under the influence of heaving soils, I left a gap between the ground and the element. To do this, I filled the junction of the earth and parts with sand to a depth of 500 mm.
• I used self-tapping screws to attach the sheets to the wooden sheathing. To avoid dents, I tried not to overtighten the fasteners.
• I covered the joints of the material and the corners with additional elements.

This is how, with a little effort, you can cover your foundation yourself.

Finishing the base of a private building not only performs a decorative function, but also protects bottom part buildings from environmental influences. The base is a part of the foundation that rises above the surface of the earth, protecting it from moisture and cold. Therefore, it must be lined with durable and resistant, but at the same time beautiful material.

Types of finishing

Today, the building materials market offers a variety of foundation finishing options. The average consumer is often concerned with the question of what material is ideal for cladding the basement of a private house.

There are many options for finishing the base, the main thing is to choose the most suitable one for your home

Options for the most popular finishing materials:

• natural or artificial stone;
• decorative plaster;
• facing brick;
• siding;
• clinker tiles;
• sandwich panels.

Finishing the base with natural stone

This type of finishing is the most expensive option. In addition, this is a very long-term undertaking. But natural stone has better characteristics than many materials; it is resistant to natural environment and extremely durable. If they cover the façade wooden house, it will give the building an expensive and solid look.

Most often it is made of limestone, sandstone, marble, granite or onyx. Natural stone does not require additional care. The tiles are produced different sizes– from bricks to slabs and textures (smooth or grainy).

Installation of stone tiles:

1. Using an adhesive for working with stone, the tiles are glued one at a time to the base. To avoid peeling and cracking, use only this glue.
2. To achieve the effect of integrity, the distance between small tiles should be no more than 6 mm, and between large ones - 2-3 mm or 1-2 cm, with visible separation.
3. The joints are filled with a frost-resistant mortar, and sandstones and limestones are treated with a water-repellent agent.

Finishing the base with artificial stone

Existing options artificial stone, and big choice colors, allow you to choose the material to suit every taste. It must be durable, resistant to moisture and temperature changes.
Artificial material visually almost indistinguishable from natural, but has a lower cost.

Installation of artificial tiles.

Stone tiles are glued to elastic or simple mortar. It would be better to treat the lined base with a water-repellent agent; this measure will increase the service life by more than 3-4 years.

Finishing the base with siding

Covering the base with siding is economical and quick look finishing. The material is not afraid of temperature fluctuations and moisture, which makes it possible to use it in any conditions.
The cost of siding panels is significantly lower than stone ones, and Finishing work pass faster and easier. In addition, this material is quite beautiful and also looks solid.

Plastering the plinth

It's relatively inexpensive, but effective method insulate and protect the foundation from environmental influences. In former times, the base was simply plastered, now in mandatory The foundation is insulated with all kinds of heat-insulating materials, followed by the application of plaster.

Insulation prevents the penetration of cold to the foundation of the building, while the mesh creates a solid base for applying the mortar and strength of the structure. To protect against moisture and improve appearance the foundation surface is then painted.

You can line the finished base with stone or siding.

Decorative finishing of the foundation

This type of finishing consists of decorating the foundation using painting, creating effects, and siding. You can also use a rasp to create a semblance of brick or stone masonry, mark the seams with contrasting paint, or line them with stone.

Finishing the basement of the house with mineral plaster

This type of material contains small fractions from 0.8 to 3 mm in diameter. The resin contained in the plaster base gives it water-repellent properties. At the same time, the material is resistant to cold and mechanical damage. It is vapor permeable.

The material can be applied to concrete, gypsum, and mineral plasters. Mosaic plaster cannot be applied over non-natural bases.

Plastering process:

1. Application mineral plaster made by hand. Before applying mosaic plaster, the base should be lightly coated with plaster mortar to enhance adhesion to the foundation.
2. Mosaic plaster is laid in a layer corresponding to the diameter of the fractions. Smooth it with a stainless steel grater before it dries. The direction of movement of the grater does not change. Work is carried out on a wet surface to avoid visible joints.
3. In the very first days, the finished base is treated with a hydrophobic compound.

Thermal panels

Thermal panels are glued to the base like regular tiles. Foam glue or polystyrene foam glue is applied to their ends. The panels are glued and the seams are rubbed. The grout paste should be the same color as thermal panels or white. For optimal shrinkage, it includes marble chips.
Insulation of the corners of a wooden house is carried out using a corner thermal panel, made manually using construction knife.

Advantages of the thermal panel:

1. It does not require processing or painting.
2. Does not get dirty, there is a self-cleaning effect.
3. Easy installation and replacement of damaged thermal panels.
4. The outer layer of the panel is protected from moisture and is vapor permeable.
5. It is insensitive to ultraviolet radiation and reflects rays well.
6. Thermal panels are characterized by elasticity, strength, and durability.
7. It is resistant to temperature changes.
8. It has heat-insulating as well as sound-proofing properties.
9. The panel is not susceptible to mold.

Covering the base with thermal panels with clinker tiles

Such thermal panels can not only improve the appearance of the base of a private wooden house, but also insulate the foundation.

Clinker tiles imitate brick, but at a much lower price. It is made by firing, just like natural clinker bricks.

Thermal panels are slabs of extruded polystyrene foam, finished with appropriate decorative elements. They are easy and quick to install, provide insulation, as well as protection from moisture.

Clinker tiles

A foundation covered with such tiles looks like a wall made of clinker bricks, only much lighter and thinner. The tiles are glued to plaster, concrete and thermal insulation. It can bend and stick even on curved surfaces.

Finishing the base with your own hands:

1. First, the line from which the tiles begin to be glued is determined (the height of the plinth divided by the width of the tiles, plus the width of the seam).
2. On tiles and base area 1 square meter glue is applied.
3. Starting from the corner, stick the first 4 tiles.
4. After 2-3 days tile joints can be filled with cold-resistant jointing solution. This is not necessary, because the fugu can be replaced by glue protruding from the seams.
5. Such tiles do not require water-repellent impregnations, since they do not absorb moisture.

PVC paneling

This material will good choice for owners of a private house who decide to do without wet work. The panels can be easily installed by yourself. In appearance, they may resemble mosaic plaster or the surface of a brick wall. They are granulates made from natural material, recessed in the plane of the panels.

Installation of panels:

1. The level is set and the starting profile is installed at the bottom of the foundation.
2. Using grooves and ridges, adjacent elements are connected.
3. The upper part of the base is covered with an overhead profile.
4. The corners are covered with corner elements.
5. The base sheathed in this way does not need to be treated with a water-repellent agent.

The foundation can be finished with small (0.4 by 0.18 m) or large (0.6 by 0.18 m and 1.2 by 0.18 m) panels in 40 color combinations.

Covering the base of a wooden house with sandwich panels

The panels are made of two layers of material (mostly metal), connected by insulation using a hot pressing method. Due to their layered structure, the panels provide excellent insulation, durability and strength. In addition, they look presentable and are easy to install, without unnecessary load on the base.

The surface can be smooth, decorated or profiled.

The above materials for cladding the base are the most popular among consumers due to their decorative, heat-insulating and water-repellent qualities. Insulation of the base of a wooden house can be done using any of them.

Is the frame of the new house ready and it’s time to start decorating it?

But you haven’t fully thought through the options, or haven’t decided on the finish of the base? We are in a hurry to help you.

After all, only correctly selected materials and their combination will give the facades completeness and make them beautiful. Let's consider finishing options from various materials presented on the construction market.

The base is part outer wall, which is located at the foot of the building and encloses the underground space of the house. In some houses it is an independent element erected above the foundation, in others it is part of the foundation itself, which protrudes above ground level ( strip foundations). In both cases, he needs protection.

The base can be sunken, protruding, or located in the same plane as the walls of the house.

The most reliable is the one that sinks, it is easier to protect it from mechanical and atmospheric influences, no need to arrange a drain. From an aesthetic point of view, a building with such a base is more attractive.

Projecting plinth arranged in houses with thin walls, for example, frame or chopped, as well as if the house has a warm underground. With such a device, the installation of a drain is additionally required to remove precipitation.

It is not advisable to install the base at the same level as the wall. In this case, it is more difficult to perform waterproofing.

But whatever the base of your house, it should be well protected by a layer of waterproofing. From the point of view of economy in the further operation of the building, it is better to make it from reliable materials that do not require additional decorative finishing ( monolithic concrete, burnt brick, stone). Basement part it is enough to treat the monolith foundation cement mortar and paint.

How to decorate the basement of a house if you want its appearance to be more attractive? We suggest considering several options.

Finishing the foundation of a house with decorative plaster

Decorative plaster (as well as many facing materials) is applied to a previously prepared surface: cleaned and primed. Before applying some types of plaster, a mineral-based reinforcing mass is used.

If the base has significant unevenness and geometric deviations, as well as in cases where the plaster layer exceeds 12 mm, before applying decorative composition a reinforcing mesh is attached to increase the strength of the plaster mortar and its better adhesion to the base. The mesh can be woven, welded, wicker.

If the thickness of the plaster layer is small, you can use a fiberglass mesh. Any reinforcing mesh used prevents cracking of the plaster during further use of the house.

Damaged decorative layer can be smooth, rough, made with jointing or using imprints under various materials. For this purpose, special rollers and stamps are used. Finishing layer The plastered surface is often coated with various façade paints.

Decorative finishing of the base of the house with facing materials

A variety of materials are used for cladding various materials: porcelain stoneware, clinker tiles, natural facing stone, siding, corrugated sheets. The main thing is that the selected material is in harmony with the facades and roofing material.

Porcelain tiles have increased strength, frost resistance and wear resistance, as well as decorative properties.

The plinth, lined with porcelain tiles, looks great in combination with the porch, which is finished with the same material. The foundation, lined with porcelain stoneware, is more discreet.

Clinker tiles are very decorative, creates a feeling of being laid out clinker bricks base But since the brick itself is quite expensive construction material, then finishing with clinker panels will save money, and the lined element will not look cheap.

In addition, with the help of such tiles you can decorate not only the base, but also part of the walls or corners of the building. The natural shades of clinker tiles combine perfectly with natural tiles and many other roofing materials.

Clinker tiles (as well as porcelain tiles) can be glued to frost-resistant adhesive composition or mount on a special frame system(when installing a ventilated facade). The second method of constructing a plinth is more expensive than the first, but is the most reliable. In addition, insulation can be installed between the frame and the wall.

Gluing the tiles is carried out according to the principle of laying any other ceramics, the only difference is that the ground level is variable around the perimeter of the building. In this connection, we calculate the number of rows (based on the width of the tiles and the thickness of the proposed seams), measure the line of the second row from the bottom, draw a horizontal line, and for convenience, install a starting auxiliary strip.

After laying the tiles, it is necessary to seal the seams with a jointing solution special for exterior work.

Natural and artificial facing stone- another decorative material for finishing the basement of a building.

Natural stone is very strong and environmentally friendly, durable and beautiful. This is perhaps the most ancient building material.

Granite, marble, sandstone used in exterior and interior decoration at home, talking about high status owner, as it is the most expensive material. Natural stone is laid on cement mortar.

Alternative - artificial finishing stone for those who do not see their facade with another material, and it is not possible to purchase a natural one.

Artificial stone is produced with imitation of various rocks and rich color palette. Its weight is significantly lower than natural stone, which facilitates the installation process.

Plastic panels (PVC), imitating various materials (stone, brick, wood), have also become widely used in the finishing of basements and facades in general. But basement siding differs from the facade composition. It is more resistant to mechanical damage.

Modern siding panels for exterior finishing can withstand both very low (-50 o C) and very high (+60 o C) temperatures, therefore they are used with great success for finishing work.

The panels are installed along guides (vertical or horizontal); the panels are joined together using grooves and ridges. On sale you can find large and small-sized PVC cladding elements.

You can finish the foundation of the house from the outside with galvanized or polymer coating. This type of finish is economical and easy to install. The foundation will be reliably protected from external influences and will last a long time.

All types of finishing are good, choose your option, but do not forget that the selected material should not stand out from the overall picture. Harmony can only be achieved if all materials - from the base to the roof - are combined with each other.

Among the many species facade works The finishing of the basement of a private house stands out. Since it is intended to provide not only decorative functions, but also practical.

In particular, due to the fact that the plinth is exposed to severe atmospheric and physical influences, it must be protected. This is why it is first necessary to finish the basement of the house.

And only after solving this problem can it be considered as a decoration in the overall architecture of the building. Therefore, it requires a more serious attitude than others facing works. This will manifest itself both in the choice of finishing materials and in the work itself.

Since the plinths of private houses are located above the ground and are visible part foundation, then they have to withstand all temperature differences between the soil and the air space. And also external precipitation is added to this, solar radiation and internal groundwater.

High strength, moisture and heat resistance, resistance to freezing, the ability to withstand pressure from the soil, the ability to resist fungus and mold - and this is an incomplete list of the requirements for this component. In addition, the plinth still needs to support the weight of the facade.

If all these factors are taken into account when choosing materials and the finishing is taken seriously, then it will not only extend the service life, but will also take part in creating a good microclimate in the house. For example, if a private house is designed to have a basement, then the main property of the finishing material should be heat resistance and its thermal insulation qualities (unless, of course, the finishing is done using insulation).

Otherwise, heat will leak regularly and efficiency will decrease. heating system Houses. As a rule, the base itself is made of materials with good technical characteristics, because otherwise it will not withstand operational loads.

The aesthetic aspect is also important, since here too there are laws that affect the harmonious perception of the appearance of the building as a whole. In particular, color scheme basement finishing looks good when combined with the shade of the roof and at the same time an order of magnitude darker than the walls. That is, the rule of compatibility of contrasting and neighboring colors applies.

In addition, given the location of the basement of the house and the pollution that regularly affects it, light color will quickly lose its properties. Further, if the walls of a private house are made of logs or are smooth after plastering, then to finish the base you should consider the option of artificial or wild stone. First of all, to visually weight the composition.

Step-by-step instructions and order of preparatory work

Fake diamond

This budget cladding is good, first of all, because it can be decorated corner elements at home with your own hands, and these are the most unreliable places in finishing. This type of material is installed without or as a tile on an adhesive.

For self-made any stone is suitable for paving paths or even plaster mortar. The difference from the previous method will be a less scrupulous attitude to the size of the samples and painting of the poured mass in advance.

Wild stone

A frost-resistant, heavy stone such as granite or basalt is selected. The finishing technology will depend on whether the base has been insulated, since without this you just need to take the following steps: prepare a solution for the base from M200; turn the stones towards the light with the larger side and sink them into the solution, but not all the way, but so that a certain distance remains from the walls; between the stones, tightly seal all the recesses with mortar.

Base finishing brick house will differ in that the thickness of the masonry joints is slightly more than 10 mm. And, because in the seams brickwork moisture remains, the solution must contain a plasticizer. As with low tide, it is recommended to use hyper-pressed brick.

If the base being finished has been insulated and your house is no longer new, then in this case it is better to cover the base with panels, tiles or.

Flexible stone

He has countless advantages, starting from textile base with a urea binder. How facing material it is one of the best, and its only drawback is the lack of gloss for amateurs and the need for a strong plaster base during installation.

In general, you can use it to trace corners, cut it with a knife, it is practically eternal, etc. That is, it is possible to fully finish the base with your own hands.

Siding

PVC and propylene siding are used to finish the basement of private (frame) houses. Siding is installed along a horizontal profile using self-tapping screws. It is advisable to take care of drainage, and be sure to make a blind area before installation.

The work will use additional boards, sheathing, fastenings and adhesive. So, centimeter gaps are made at the top and bottom, foamed and treated with glue. Then it is covered with a cornice.

Panels and slabs

Cladding with this option does not have the disadvantages of the previous one, there is no need for lathing, the panels are immediately installed with an adhesive.

Popular ones must be installed on a flat surface.

Tile

Technologically, the installation of clinker or porcelain tiles is the same as during construction, but requires appropriate qualifications. The surface must be flat and primed. The tile is placed on the adhesive and immediately fixed until the cladding slides off.

Be sure to make gaps and wait until the previous section hardens. Porcelain stoneware slabs can be as glossy as polished stone and can be installed virtually seamlessly.