Flooring guides
Plain answers to the questions we hear most often at estimates.
Choosing flooring for a South Florida home
How humidity, concrete slabs, sand and sun shape the choice between vinyl plank, laminate and engineered wood in Palm Beach and Broward homes.
Luxury vinyl plank or laminate?
A side by side comparison of the two floors we install: water tolerance, feel, durability, repair and where each one fits.
Concrete slab moisture and floor preparation
Why slab moisture and flatness decide whether a new vinyl, laminate or engineered wood floor lasts, and what ASTM F2170 testing involves.
Condominium flooring requirements in South Florida
Sound ratings, association approvals and practical rules to check before replacing floors in a Palm Beach or Broward condominium.
What affects flooring installation cost
The factors that move a vinyl or laminate installation quote up or down: removal, preparation, layout, stairs, trim, furniture and access.
How to choose a flooring installer
Questions to ask, reviews to read and details to get in writing before you hire a flooring installer.
Preparing your home for flooring installation
A practical checklist for the week before your new floors go in: furniture, appliances, access, pets and air conditioning.
Caring for vinyl plank, laminate and engineered wood floors
Daily, weekly and long term care for vinyl plank, laminate and engineered wood floors in sandy, humid South Florida homes.