Waterproof, kid-proof, pet-proof. Wide plank and matte finishes that look like real wood. Installed across Bethesda, Rockville, Olney, Potomac, and the rest of the DMV.
“20-mil wear layer. Waterproof core. Visually indistinguishable from three feet away.”
Luxury vinyl plank, or LVP, is a multi-layer floor: a rigid core, a printed wood-grain image, a textured wear layer, and a protective top coat. The core makes it dimensionally stable over concrete and in basements. The image and texture are good enough that most people can’t tell it’s not wood without taking their shoes off.
Laminate is a similar idea, older. Fiberboard core with a printed image and a finish coat. Cheaper than LVP, slightly less forgiving of water, better value on a tight budget. We carry both.
LVP’s waterproofing is what distinguishes it from hardwood. Drag or swipe to see where we install it most.
Here is how the crew gets from an empty subfloor to a finished LVP install.
A mix of verified Google and Consumers' Checkbook reviews from recent LVP and laminate installs across the greater DMV.
Consumers' Checkbook
Both Showrooms
473 total reviews
I had luxury vinyl planking installed in my entire home and so glad I did. Mike was so helpful when I was trying to choose a color and brand. The men who did the installation really knew what they were doing and cleaned up before they left.
Tamsen S.
Olney showroom
We knew working with Steve and his staff would be a positive experience, from carpet selection to reasonable pricing to superb measuring and installing. Simply the best in Montgomery County.
from Rockville, MD
Aug 2024 · Potomac showroom
I took up the carpeting which ran throughout my condo and had luxury vinyl installed last year, and then this year, I had the kitchen floor done too. Mike is such a joy to work with, thank you so much for all your help Mike.
Arlette W.
Olney showroom
Carpet and Vacuum stand behind their product and install 100%. The owner Mike Zanville went to great lengths to make sure that we were happy with the new carpet in our master bedroom. Excellent customer service.
from Silver Spring, MD
May 2024 · Olney showroom
We had luxury vinyl installed on one floor of our house and are very pleased with the results. Mike and his team were professional and easy to work with. I recommend them for their high-quality installation, responsiveness, and professionalism.
Katie A.
Olney showroom
Steve bent over backwards to install LVP flooring as quickly as possible. Bruce, who came to measure, was very helpful. The installation team did a great job. The floors, stairs, and trim look fantastic.
from Baltimore, MD
Jan 2025 · Potomac showroom
I used Carpet and Vacuum Expo to install LVP and LVT in a condo I bought for my mother. Working with these guys was a pleasure from start to finish. My mother is so happy with the flooring and has received many compliments on it.
Nicki S.
Olney showroom
Most LVP we carry is 100% waterproof on the core. The joints between planks are where water can still get through on some lines, which is why we recommend rigid-core LVP for bathrooms and laundry rooms specifically. Laminate is water-resistant but not waterproof; we don’t recommend laminate in kitchens or baths.
LVP for water resistance and comfort underfoot. Laminate for a tighter budget when water isn’t the primary concern. LVP also carries thicker wear layers (20+ mils is standard) so it resists scratching and gouging better.
Yes, in most cases. LVP installs as a floating floor over most flat, solid subfloors including tile, hardwood, and plywood. We check flatness and fix any low spots during the measure.
Installation time varies by job depending on the square footage, the type of flooring being installed, and whether existing flooring needs to be removed first. After we see the space and understand the full scope of work, we can provide a more accurate timeline.
Yes. We are licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, and our install crews work throughout Montgomery County every day, including Olney, Potomac, Bethesda, Rockville, Silver Spring, Chevy Chase, Damascus, Clarksburg, and Gaithersburg. Olney and Potomac showrooms carry the samples; installs happen at your home.
Every LVP and laminate line we sell carries the manufacturer warranty, which typically runs 15 to lifetime on the wear layer. We back the installation separately: if a plank pops, a seam opens, or a transition fails because of how we installed it in the first year, we come back and fix it.
Hardwood wins on resale and longevity. LVP wins on upfront investment, maintenance, and kitchen or basement durability. A thirty-year-old hardwood floor is still worth refinishing. A thirty-year-old LVP floor is probably due for replacement. LVP installed today looks good enough that casual visitors can’t tell the difference from three feet away. The right choice depends on whether the floor is a forever decision or a ten-to-fifteen-year decision.
Quality LVP lasts fifteen to twenty-five years under normal residential use. The wear-layer thickness drives it: twelve-mil wear layers last about ten years in a busy home, twenty-mil wear layers closer to twenty. Light residential use can stretch either number. LVP in rental properties typically gets replaced every ten to twelve years due to tenant turnover more than actual wear.
Most modern LVP is rated for radiant heat up to 85°F at the subfloor surface. Check the specific product spec before buying, since not all lines qualify. Rigid-core LVP handles radiant better than flexible LVP. Keep the floor temperature under the manufacturer’s max to avoid warping.
Quality LVP from reputable manufacturers meets FloorScore or Greenguard Gold indoor-air-quality certifications, meaning very low VOC emissions. The older concern about phthalates in vinyl flooring is largely solved on current-production LVP from established brands. If the product has no certification label, that’s a sign to skip it.
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The Mannington Adura wide plank looks one way on your phone and another in the light of your kitchen. Come stand on a few, take two or three home, decide from there.
