Everything You Need to Know About Waterproof Laminate
If you love the rich, warm look of hardwood but are worried about water damage, waterproof laminate flooring lets you have the best of both worlds.
What Makes Laminate Waterproof?
While many types of laminate are water resistant, modern waterproof laminate is built differently:
- Watertight click-lock seams: Planks lock tightly together, preventing liquids from seeping down to your subfloor.
- Hydrophobic top layer: Water beads on the surface of your flooring.
- Dense, water-resistant core: Even if moisture sits, the core resists swelling, softening, and warping.
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Where to Install Waterproof Laminate
You can install waterproof laminate in almost any room, including:
- Kitchens and dining rooms
- Mudrooms and entryways
- Basements and playrooms
- Laundry rooms
- Bedrooms
- Living rooms
Local Service Across the Kansas City Metro
Carpet Corner brings quality flooring directly to your neighborhood. We serve homeowners throughout:
- Overland Park & Olathe, KS
- Gladstone & The Northland
- Johnson County & Jackson County
- All surrounding KC metro areas
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Visit your local Carpet Corner showroom to browse our wide selection of waterproof laminate options, give us a call, or schedule your free in-home estimate below.
Request an estimateFrequently Asked Questions
Laminate is slightly thicker, feels firmer underfoot, and offers superior scratch resistance. Luxury vinyl is softer and completely synthetic. Our team can help you compare both side-by-side in our showroom.
In many cases, yes! As long as your existing hard surface is level, clean, and sound, waterproof laminate can be installed directly over it.
