Shop 35+ waterproof laminate styles on sale — built for Florida living with realistic wood and stone visuals. Every plank features a high-density HDF core, sealed click-lock joints, and a tough aluminum-oxide top layer that outperforms vinyl on scratch resistance. Choose from Mavericks, Pacifica, Santa Cruz, and Shorebreak — all floating click-lock, all waterproof, all in stock at our Orlando showroom.
Laminate, luxury vinyl plank, and hardwood each excel in different situations. Both laminate and LVP are outstanding choices for Florida homes — here's a quick guide to help you pick the right one for each space.
| Feature | Laminate | Luxury Vinyl Plank | Solid Hardwood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price (material) | From $3.99 /sq ft | From $2.99 /sq ft | From $5.00+ /sq ft |
| Scratch resistance | Excellent (Al₂O₃ wear layer) | Excellent (mil-rated wear layer) | Moderate — can dent |
| Waterproof | Yes — sealed HDF core | Yes — 100% waterproof core | No — swells & warps |
| Standing water / wet rooms | Spills & pets — great | Best — bathrooms, laundry OK | Not recommended |
| Underfoot feel & warmth | Warm, dense, wood-like | Resilient, comfortable, quiet | Most natural feel |
| Florida humidity tolerance | Good (45–55% RH indoors) | Excellent — no RH restriction | Poor — seasonal gapping |
| Installation method | Click-lock floating | Click-lock floating | Nail-down / glue-down |
| Refinishable | No | No | Yes — 3–5× in lifetime |
| Warranty (residential) | 25–30 years | 25 years | 25 years (finish only) |
| Best rooms | Living rooms, bedrooms, offices, high-traffic areas | Kitchens, bathrooms, laundry, whole-home | Formal areas, master bedrooms |
Prices reflect current Cavalieri Flooring in-store pricing. Not sure which is right for you? Book a free estimate and we'll recommend the best option room by room.
Verified reviews from real Cavalieri Flooring customers — sourced from Porch.com & Google.
"I'm very happy with the professionalism and quality of the work! They were always on time, communication was great and the work was done very fast. I will be hiring them for another flooring project!"
"I would just like to take the time out to give my high recommendation to this company. Gustavo was patient and knowledgeable. This company was fast and efficient. Completed my project in just 1 day (3 bedrooms, kitchen, dining, and LR). I am definitely using this company for the next phase of my remodeling!"
"Gustavo and his crew did an amazing job. So easy to work with, fast and quality product & installation. Cavalieri quoted us a great price and then we had our floor installed days later."
From your first call to walking on your new floors — here's exactly what to expect with Cavalieri's professional laminate installation in Orlando.
We visit your home, measure every room, check subfloor condition, and give you an exact installed price — no surprises. Takes about 30 minutes.
Browse our full collection in our Orlando showroom. Take home free samples. We'll match you to the right collection, AC rating, and color for your space and budget.
Our certified crew handles subfloor prep, moisture testing, Florida-correct expansion gaps, full click-lock installation, and all trim and transition pieces.
Click-lock laminate is ready for light foot traffic immediately after installation. Most jobs complete in one day. We clean up and leave your home floor-ready.