Luxury vinyl plank with a waterproof rigid core. It is the most-installed flooring category in our shop because it handles kitchens, bathrooms and living areas equally well, with realistic wood-look visuals at a fraction of hardwood cost.
Lakeland flooring showroom: 5259 Florida Ave S, Lakeland · Mon-Fri 8-4
In Florida the rigid core matters more than anywhere else. Concrete slab homes see natural moisture migration year-round. Hardwood needs extensive moisture barriers and acclimation, and laminate is only water-resistant. LVP's waterproof core handles these conditions without specialized prep.
Wear layer thickness decides how long it lasts. Builder-grade LVP uses 6 to 12 mil wear layers and wears in high-traffic homes within a few years. We default to 20 mil minimum and recommend 22 mil for kitchens, entryways and homes with pets.
Lines we carry: Anthology · Everlife by MSI · DDC
Rigid core construction means spills, leaks and bathroom moisture cannot damage the floor. Wipe up the spill and the floor is unaffected.
A scratch-resistant wear layer handles dog nails, dropped toys and dragged furniture. Accidents clean up easily.
Planks click together and float over the subfloor, with no nails, glue or mortar, so a damaged plank can be replaced on its own.
Measured in mils. 6 to 12 mil is builder-grade, 20 to 22 mil is residential premium. We recommend 22 mil for pets, kids or high traffic.
Stone-plastic composite is the most rigid and dimensionally stable core. Wood-plastic composite is more cushioned but less rigid. SPC is the right default for Florida.
Most premium LVP has attached underlayment for sound and minor subfloor variation. Extra acoustic underlayment is sometimes added over concrete.
Estimated installed range
Financing from $500 to $25,000 through Wisetack, 3-60 months for qualified buyers. Details
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Compare LVP, tile, hardwood and laminate samples side by side. Bring photos of the rooms you are renovating.
We measure square footage, inspect the subfloor and run a moisture test before quoting.
The final decision happens with samples in your home, so you see colors under your own lighting.
Removal of existing flooring, subfloor leveling and moisture barrier installation. The single biggest factor in how a floor performs long-term.
Installed to manufacturer specifications. Most rooms complete in one to two days.
We walk every transition, threshold and corner with you and hand off a care guide for your material.
LVP (luxury vinyl plank) and LVT (luxury vinyl tile) are the same category in different shapes. Both have a rigid waterproof core and click-lock installation. Vinyl plank is the generic name.
Yes. The waterproof core handles bathroom moisture, and we commonly install LVP in master bathrooms and powder rooms. For bathrooms with heavy direct-water exposure, porcelain tile is still the standard. LVP is the warmer, more comfortable alternative.
Premium LVP with a 22 mil wear layer resists most dog-claw scratching. Large dogs with long nails on 6 to 12 mil LVP will produce visible wear over time. We default to premium-grade in any home with pets.
Slightly cushioned and warmer than tile. Compared to hardwood, LVP is similar in firmness with a little more give from the underlayment. Most homeowners can't tell the difference walking on it.
Sometimes. If the existing floor is flat, sound and well adhered, LVP can float over it, as long as the added height clears doors and appliances. We assess the existing floor at the estimate and recommend removal or floating over.
In typical residential use, expect 15 to 20 years before an aesthetic refresh is wanted. The wear layer determines functional life, and replacing individual damaged planks extends it further.
Yes. Damaged plank replacement is one of our most common flooring repairs. With leftover planks from the original install it is straightforward. Without them, we can match many discontinued patterns from existing stock or recommend the closest current equivalent.
