Water-resistant collections
Sealed joints and water-repellent surfaces handle spills and wet feet for hours, perfect for busy kitchens and entries.
Laminate flooring
Designer wood looks that stand up to real life.
Today’s laminate has deep, realistic wood texture and one of the toughest surfaces you can buy. It’s a smart way to get a high-end look for less, with water-resistant options for busy homes.
- Hard, scratch-resistant surface that handles pets and furniture
- Realistic embossed grain at a budget-smart price
- Water-resistant collections with sealed joints for everyday spills
- Hard, scratch-resistant surface that handles pets and furniture
- Realistic embossed grain at a budget-smart price
Waterproof
ResistantPet & scratch resistance
Comfort underfoot
Typical lifespan
15–25 yearsInstalled price range
$4–$11/sq ftThe honest answer
Is laminate right for you?
Heard that laminate looks fake? That was true ten years ago. Here’s what’s changed and what hasn’t.
Great for
- Living rooms, bedrooms and home offices
- Homes with pets and rolling office chairs
- Projects where budget matters most
- Rentals and investment properties
- Anyone who wants a wood look fast
Think twice if
- The floor is going into a full bathroom or laundry room with frequent standing water
- You want a floor that can be refinished later
- You prefer a softer, quieter feel without an attached pad
Built for South Florida
Why our laminate holds up here.
Sand and paw proof
The hard top layer resists scratches from beach sand, dog claws and chair legs better than most wood floors.
Quiet over slabs and condos
We add the right underlayment to soften footsteps and meet condo sound rules where required.
How we install it
Four steps to a laminate floor done right.
- 1
Measure and prep
We measure, remove and haul away the old floor, then check the slab for flatness.
- 2
Level and underlayment
We level low spots and roll out a moisture barrier and sound underlayment.
- 3
Click-lock installation
Planks click together with staggered seams and hidden expansion gaps around the edges.
- 4
Trim and cleanup
Baseboards or quarter-round, transitions at doorways and a full cleanup before we go.
Cost guide
What does laminate cost in South Florida?
Good
$4–$6/sq ft installed
Standard thickness and texture, great value for bedrooms
Better
$6–$8/sq ft installed
Thicker boards, deeper texture and water-resistant surface
Best
$8–$11/sq ft installed
Premium water-resistant laminate, longer planks, attached pad
Every price includes the free measure, furniture moving, old floor removal and haul-away, subfloor prep, trim and full cleanup. See everything that’s included
Every price includes measure, removal, prep, trim and cleanup.
Your exact price comes in writing after your free in-home visit.
Want to see these price tiers side by side in your home? Book your free visit. We bring samples from each level.
Book My Free VisitCare & maintenance
Keep it looking new for years.
- 1
Sweep or vacuum
Hard-floor vacuum setting only. No beater bar.
- 2
Barely damp mop
Wring the mop well. Never flood the floor or use a steam mop.
- 3
Wipe spills quickly
Even water-resistant laminate looks best when spills don’t sit.
- 4
Felt pads and mats
Protect against dents and keep grit at the door.
Compare with other floors
How laminate stacks up.
| Compare | VINYL PLANK | Tile | Hardwood | LaminateYou’re here | Carpet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterproof | Yes | Yes | No | Resistant | No |
| Pet & scratch resistance | |||||
| Comfort underfoot | |||||
| Condo sound options | Yes | With system | With system | Yes | Yes |
| Typical lifespan | 15–25 years | 50+ years | 50–100 years | 15–25 years | 8–15 years |
| Installed price range | $5–$12/sq ft | $7–$24/sq ft | $8–$24/sq ft | $4–$11/sq ft | $3–$9/sq ft incl. pad |
VINYL PLANK
- Waterproof
- Yes
- Pet & scratch resistance
- Comfort underfoot
- Condo sound options
- Yes
- Typical lifespan
- 15–25 years
- Installed price range
- $5–$12/sq ft
Tile
- Waterproof
- Yes
- Pet & scratch resistance
- Comfort underfoot
- Condo sound options
- With system
- Typical lifespan
- 50+ years
- Installed price range
- $7–$24/sq ft
Hardwood
- Waterproof
- No
- Pet & scratch resistance
- Comfort underfoot
- Condo sound options
- With system
- Typical lifespan
- 50–100 years
- Installed price range
- $8–$24/sq ft
Laminate
- Waterproof
- Resistant
- Pet & scratch resistance
- Comfort underfoot
- Condo sound options
- Yes
- Typical lifespan
- 15–25 years
- Installed price range
- $4–$11/sq ft
Carpet
- Waterproof
- No
- Pet & scratch resistance
- Comfort underfoot
- Condo sound options
- Yes
- Typical lifespan
- 8–15 years
- Installed price range
- $3–$9/sq ft incl. pad
Straight answers
Laminate questions, answered.
Is laminate waterproof?
Many of today’s laminates are water-resistant, with sealed joints that handle spills for hours. They aren’t designed for standing water in full bathrooms, so we’ll point you to vinyl plank or tile there.
What’s the difference between laminate and vinyl plank?
Laminate has a harder, more scratch-resistant surface and a wood-based core. Vinyl plank has a fully waterproof core. We’ll help you pick based on your rooms and lifestyle.
Is laminate good with dogs?
Yes. Its tough surface is one of the most scratch-resistant options available, which makes it a great pick for pet owners.
Does laminate sound hollow?
Not with the right underlayment. We use a quality pad that softens footsteps and makes the floor feel solid.
How long does laminate installation take?
Most rooms take a day and many whole homes take 1–3 days. We schedule it in your written quote.
How much does laminate cost installed?
Laminate runs about $4–$11 per sq ft installed in South Florida. You’ll get an exact written price after your free measure.
Popular in Pembroke Pines, Fort Lauderdale and Kendall
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