The "Do-It-All" Floor for the Colorado Lifestyle

Waterproof, Pet-Proof, and Stunningly Realistic

Forget the shiny, plastic-looking vinyl of the past. Today’s Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) and Tile (LVT) are high-tech marvels designed for the way we actually live. Whether you are tracking in melting snow from a powder day at Eldora or have a Golden Retriever who thinks the hallway is a race track, LVP handles it all without flinching. At Right This Way Flooring, we specialize in premium “Rigid Core” vinyl that gives you the visual warmth of wide-plank hardwood with the waterproof armor of a submarine.

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Why Boulder County is Switching to Luxury Vinyl

Finally, Flooring That Works With Your Life

Outperforms Hardwood in Every Way

100% waterproof, scratch and dent proof, zero maintenance, comfortable underfoot, climate stable.

Snow & Slush Proof:

Colorado winters mean wet boots. Unlike hardwood (which stains) or laminate (which swells), luxury vinyl is 100% waterproof. You can mop up that puddle of melted snow hours later, and your floor will be perfectly fine.

The Basement Solution:

Basements in Erie, Lafayette, and Broomfield sit on shifting soils. Because LVP is typically installed as a “floating floor,” it can handle slight subfloor movement and moisture from the concrete slab better than almost any other material.

Warmth Without the Worry:

Tile is durable but freezing cold on winter mornings. LVP stays closer to room temperature and is softer underfoot, making it the smarter choice for kitchens and living areas where you stand for hours.

How LVP Stacks Up Against the Rest

LVP vs. Hardwood

Hardwood is the gold standard for ROI, but it requires babying. LVP gives you 95% of the aesthetic—including textured grain and beveled edges—at a lower price point and with zero anxiety about water damage or humidity control.

LVP vs. Laminate

Older laminate was notorious for swelling at the seams if a dishwasher leaked. Modern LVP uses a stone-polymer (SPC) or wood-polymer (WPC) core that is impervious to water. If a pipe bursts, you can often pull up the LVP, dry the subfloor, and reinstall it.

LVP vs. Tile

Tile is permanent and hard. LVP is much faster (and cheaper) to install because there is no grout to dry or crack. Plus, if you drop a plate on LVP, the plate might survive; on tile, it shatters.

Trending Now: The "Boulder Modern" Vinyl Look

Blonde & White Oaks

The most popular style right now mimics the Scandinavian “raw wood” look. It brightens up basements and hides dust perfectly.

Large Format "Stone" Tile

We are seeing a surge in Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) that looks like slate or travertine (12″x24″ rectangles) for laundry rooms and entryways. You get the slate look without the cold feet

Commercial Durability for Homes

Homeowners are asking for “20 mil wear layers”—commercial grade durability that ensures the floor looks brand new even with three kids and two dogs running laps.

The Technical Side of a Perfect Install

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Subfloor Flatness is Key

 LVP has a click-lock mechanism that is precise. If your subfloor has dips or humps (common in older Longmont homes), the lock can break. We spend extra time grinding high spots and filling low spots to ensure a flat canvas.

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No Acclimation? (Think Again)

While LVP is stable, we still recommend letting it sit in your home for 24-48 hours. This prevents “thermal shock” if the planks were stored in a freezing warehouse before install.

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Undercutting Door Jambs

We don’t take shortcuts. We slice the bottom of your door casings so the vinyl slides underneath for a clean, custom look—no ugly caulk gaps.

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The "Floating" Advantage

In areas with expansive soils (like Superior/Rock Creek), a floating LVP floor is safer than glued-down tile because it can move slightly as the house settles, preventing cracks.

Will It Survive My Life?

The "Scratch" Test

While no floor is scratch-proof, Rigid Core LVP is incredibly resistant. The wear layer acts like a shield against dog claws and toy cars.

The "Sun" Test

South-facing windows in Colorado are intense. We recommend SPC (Stone Polymer Core) vinyl for sunny rooms because it is more heat-stable and resists fading better than older flexible vinyls.

The "Spill" Test

Red wine? Coffee? Mud? Wipe it up. LVP doesn’t have pores like grout or wood, so it doesn’t hold stains or odors.

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What's Included in Waterproof Installation

Complete Moisture Protection System

Starting at $6.49/sq ft all-inclusive.

Price includes complete waterproof protection.

Luxury Vinyl Flooring FAQs

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Is LVP just plastic? It sounds cheap.

Not anymore. “Rigid Core” (SPC) vinyl is actually mostly limestone dust mixed with polymers. It feels solid, heavy, and substantial—not hollow or plastic-y like the old sheet vinyl from the 90s.

Yes. High-quality LVP is now considered a premium finish, especially in basements and family homes. Buyers love “maintenance-free” living.

Often, yes! As long as your existing tile or linoleum is flat and securely adhered, we can usually float LVP right over the top, saving you the mess and cost of demolition.

The wear layer is the clear protective coating on top. For a standard home, 12 mil is fine. for a busy home with pets, we recommend 20 mil or higher. We’ll help you pick the right armor for your lifestyle.

We only sell FloorScore® Certified vinyls. This means they are tested for low VOCs and are safe for your family and pets. No weird chemical smells.

Our Guarantees

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Lifetime Performance

We stand behind the quality of our installation for life

Ontime OnBudget Guarantee

On-Time, On-Budget

The project finishes on time and on budget, or $200/day

What Front Range Families Are Saying

Financing That Makes Sense

0% Down, 0% Interest for Qualified Buyers

Typical luxury vinyl projects:

Kitchen

$162/month

Main floor

$433/month

Whole home

$812/month

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Questions? Email us at hello@rtwflooring.com

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