Smartest approach for building in basement? Flooring? Studs? Moulding? Doors?

Or are there any other waterproof materials to suggest?

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stickerhappy | 3 years and 7 months ago

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We luckily didn’t get much water in our basement but we still want to be prepared for it as we prepare to finish our basement.

What are the best methods/materials that will hold up to water?
Tile for flooring? Or is vinyl tile fine?
Moisture-resistant drywall that stops 6” short of floor with plastic base moulding?
What about for studs- metal or pressure treated wood?
What about doors- metal instead of wood?

I’d appreciate any thoughts on this topic, I’m sure a lot of people are dealing with the same questions as they build back their basements.