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Fortunately, you can buy vinyl flooring in either sheets or squares. Squares resolve the bulk issue of sheet vinyl but they introduce a new one: seepage. Water can seep between 12-in. square vinyl tiles and damage the subfloor below. However, a good vapor barrier, waterproof adhesive, and careful installation can make vinyl square just about the easiest flooring to install.
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Vinyl flooring materials are especially popular with do-it-yourselfers who are finishing their basement. Vinyl is a good choice for areas where moisture is a potential problem. It comes in sheets and is easy to cut (thought not always easy to handle and lay). It holds up well to heavy traffic. And it’s relatively inexpensive.
