Basement Floor Coatings

Basement Floor Coatings in London, Ontario

Basement Floor Coatings in London, Ontario

If your basement floor is dusty, damp, stained, cracked, or uneven, you are not alone. In London, Ontario, many basement floors experience moisture vapour, surface deterioration, and musty odours over time. Unfinished concrete basement floors can collect dust, hold moisture, and make the space feel cold and unfinished.

We install professional basement floor coatings in the London area that help protect your concrete, reduce dust, improve moisture resistance, and create a clean, easy-to-maintain surface for laundry rooms, utility rooms, storage areas, and finished basements.

Basement floor coatings are an excellent alternative to flooring materials that can trap moisture, develop odours, or deteriorate over time in below-grade environments.

Why Basement Floors in London, Ontario Have Problems

Basement floors are different from garage or porch concrete because they are below grade and exposed to moisture from the ground. Without proper preparation and moisture mitigation, many flooring systems fail in basements. Here is what typically happens:

Moisture Vapour Transmission

Concrete is porous and allows moisture to move through the slab. This can lead to flooring failure, peeling coatings, or musty smells if the floor is not properly sealed.

Dusting Concrete

Uncoated basement concrete often sheds fine dust as it wears, making the space harder to keep clean.

Cracks and Surface Damage

Over time, basement floors can develop cracks, pitting, or surface deterioration that must be repaired before a coating system is installed.

Uneven Concrete Floors

Many basement floors are not perfectly level and may require self-levelling before coating installation.

Old Flooring Removal

Many basement projects involve removing old tile, carpet, VCT tile, linoleum, glue, or self-levelling products before the concrete can be properly prepared.
If your basement floor feels damp, dusty, uneven, or difficult to clean, a properly installed basement floor coating system can help transform the space into a clean, usable area.

Our Professional Basement Floor Coating Systems

We install commercial-grade systems designed for long-term performance in Southwestern Ontario.

Most of the floor finishes below are installed as part of a multi-layer epoxy floor coating system. By adding decorative flake, quartz aggregate, metallic pigments, or solid colour finishes, we can adjust the texture, appearance, slip resistance, and durability of the floor depending on how the space will be used.

100% Solids Epoxy Moisture Vapour Barrier System

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Decorative Flake Systems

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Quartz & Solid Colour Systems

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Metallic Floor Systems

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Basement Floor Preparation & Repair in London, Ontario

Preparing the basement concrete floor is just as important as the coating. Without proper preparation, many basement floor coatings will fail. Preparation is what sets us apart.

We do not take shortcuts by coating over damaged or contaminated concrete.

We correct it first.

Many basement floor coating projects require concrete crack repair, floor levelling, coating removal, or moisture mitigation before the new floor coating system can be installed.

Common Basement Floor Problems We Repair

Concrete cracks
Surface pitting or deterioration
Uneven concrete floors
Old tile, carpet, VCT tile, or linoleum removal
Glue and adhesive removal
Old self-levelling product removal
Previous coating removal
Moisture-related concrete issues

Our Basement Preparation Services Include:

Coating removal and concrete grinding
Tile and carpet removal
VCT tile and linoleum removal
Glue and adhesive removal
Concrete crack treatment
Basement floor levelling using self-levelling products
Shot blasting for a proper concrete surface profile
Diamond grinding to profile and level concrete
HEPA vacuum dust control

Without proper preparation and moisture mitigation, basement floor coatings will fail.

Step-by-Step Basement Floor Coating Installation

Every basement floor coating project requires proper preparation to ensure the new coating bonds correctly and performs in a below-grade environment.

A typical moisture mitigation and epoxy floor installation process includes:

Remove loose or crumbling concrete or old self-leveller

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Shot blast the floor to achieve the proper concrete surface profile (CSP)

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Install an epoxy moisture barrier and broadcast sand to rejection

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Install a self-leveller where required to level the floor

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Grind self-leveller to proper profile

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Install an epoxy flake system, a metallic epoxy floor, or a solid colour epoxy floor

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Apply protective topcoat

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Final inspection and site clean-up

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Depending on the condition of the basement floor and moisture conditions, the system is selected to ensure long-term performance.

What Happens if You Do Nothing?

Basement concrete does not improve on its own.

Dusting concrete continues
Cracks can expand
Moisture continues to move through the slab
Old flooring may continue to smell or deteriorate
The space remains harder to clean and maintain
The basement may feel unfinished or unusable

Installing a proper basement floor coating system can help transform an unfinished basement into a clean, functional space while protecting the concrete beneath it.

Basement Floor Coating Cost in London, Ontario

Pricing depends on:

Square footage
Condition of the existing concrete
Amount of crack repair required
Moisture mitigation requirements
Floor levelling requirements
Flake, metallic, or solid colour system selection
Stairs or vertical surfaces

Each basement floor is evaluated individually to determine the correct preparation and coating system.

Why Choose Railway City Epoxy

Clear Communication

We know one of the biggest frustrations in the trades is poor follow-through. We work to keep communication clear from the first call to the final walkthrough, so you know what is happening with your project.
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Family-Owned Accountability

As a family-owned business, our name is tied directly to the work. You are not dealing with a revolving crew disconnected from the result. You are working with a team that takes ownership of the process.
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Real Technical Strength

We do not just install coatings. We understand concrete preparation, repair, system selection, & how different products perform in different environments. That matters for long-term durability.
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Strong Preparation Standards

A floor coating is only as good as the slab beneath it. We put real focus on preparation, repair, & detail so the finished floor performs properly.
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Clean, Respectful Worksites

We take care to keep projects organized, minimize disruption, & treat each property with respect. Cleanliness, order, & attention to detail are part of the job.
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Long-Term Performance

Our goal is not just to make a floor look good for a short time. We want to install systems that hold up, suit the space, & give clients confidence in the result.
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Areas We Serve

We provide basement floor coatings in London, Ontario, and surrounding areas, including:

Are epoxy floors good for basements?

Yes. When installed with proper moisture mitigation and preparation, epoxy basement floors provide a durable, easy-to-clean surface that performs well in basement environments.

What is the best flooring for a concrete basement floor?

Coating systems such as solid-colour epoxy, decorative flake systems, metallic epoxy, and grind-and-seal are all popular options, depending on the space’s use.

Do basement floors need a moisture barrier before epoxy?

In many basements, moisture mitigation is recommended before installing a floor coating to prevent future coating failure.

Can you level a basement floor before coating it?

Yes. We use self-levelling products to level basement floors where required before installing the coating system.

Can you remove old tile or carpet before coating the floor?

Yes. We remove tile, carpet, VCT tile, linoleum, glue, and old coatings so the concrete can be properly prepared.

How long do basement floor coatings last?

When installed with proper preparation and moisture mitigation, basement floor coatings can last many years, depending on use and maintenance.

The railway city epoxy experience

We are proud of the relationships we build just as much as the floors we install. See what clients are saying about their experience with Railway City Epoxy.

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Turn Your Basement Floor Into a Clean, Usable Space

A professionally installed basement floor coating can transform your basement into a cleaner, brighter, and more usable space while protecting your concrete floor underneath.

Request your basement floor coating estimate in London, Ontario, today.

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