Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) and Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) have become the go-to flooring choice for homeowners throughout Southaven and Hernando, MS. Known for their realistic wood and stone looks, exceptional durability, and complete waterproof capabilities, LVT and LVP offer unmatched value.
However, even the highest quality flooring can fail if the installation is flawed. At DeSoto Floor Covering & Interiors, we understand that the longevity and beauty of your new floor depend entirely on the skill and precision of our installation crew. Serving the entire North Mississippi region from our Olive Branch base, we deliver a professional installation process that we proudly call The DeSoto Difference.
Installation Expertise
The DeSoto Difference begins with our professional and precise installation services. We don't just lay flooring; we engineer it to last, adhering strictly to manufacturer specifications, which is critical for maintaining your warranty.
Precision and Training
Our installers are highly trained specialists who understand the nuances of the various LVT/LVP products we offer. This expertise ensures:
Proper Acclimation: We ensure your materials are allowed to acclimate inside your Southaven or Hernando home for the necessary period, preventing expansion and contraction issues after installation—a crucial step given the Mid-South's seasonal humidity shifts.
Expansion Gaps: Luxury Vinyl is a "floating" floor that requires room to expand and contract. Our team meticulously installs the necessary perimeter expansion gaps, ensuring your floor won't buckle or warp as temperatures change.
Seamless Transitions: We expertly handle transitions between different flooring types (e.g., LVT in the kitchen to carpet in the living room), using the correct transition strips (T-molding, reducers) to create a clean, safe, and visually continuous look.
Subfloor Preparation
The most crucial, yet often overlooked, part of any flooring project is subfloor preparation. A perfect LVT product laid over an imperfect subfloor will inevitably fail. Our attention to the subfloor is where The DeSoto Difference truly shines for our customers in North Mississippi.
1. Leveling and Smoothness
LVT/LVP is flexible and unforgiving. Even small dips, humps, or remnants of old adhesive will "telegraph" or show through the finished surface, leading to uneven wear, noise, and potential damage over time.
Action: Our team uses self-leveling compounds to correct uneven concrete or wood subfloors. We ensure the floor meets the manufacturer's strict flatness tolerances (typically no more than a 1/8-inch variation over 10 feet).
2. Moisture Mitigation—Essential for Hernando Basements
Mississippi's high water table and humidity make moisture a constant threat, especially in concrete-slab homes and basements, which are common in Hernando. Moisture vapor can break down adhesives and damage LVP.
Action: We conduct professional moisture testing to check for excessive vapor emissions. If needed, we apply premium moisture barriers or use specialized LVP with a built-in waterproof core and pad, ensuring the integrity of the subfloor is protected before any plank is installed.
3. Cleanliness and Debris Removal
Before installation begins, the subfloor must be entirely free of dust, dirt, and debris. Any tiny particle caught beneath the LVP can eventually wear a hole through the backing. Our crews perform thorough cleaning to ensure a pristine base for your new floor.
Trusted Installation in Southaven and Hernando
As a company founded just a few miles away in Olive Branch, DeSoto Floor Covering & Interiors understands the specific style and functional needs of the Southaven and Hernando communities.
We know that:
Southaven Homes often prioritizes family-friendly, durable materials that can handle the constant foot traffic of active families. LVP with a thick wear layer and built-in scratch resistance is a popular choice, and our installation ensures that high-traffic areas, such as entryways and kitchens, are built to withstand the load.
Hernando's Historic Charm demands flooring that respects classic aesthetics. We are experts in installing LVP that flawlessly mimics traditional wide-plank hardwood or large-format tile, using minimal transition gaps to preserve a seamless, timeless look that suits the area's charm.
We aren't just an out-of-town contractor; we are your neighbor. Our commitment to quality is what earns us referrals throughout DeSoto County, and we strive to ensure that every LVT installation is a showcase of precision and longevity.
Don't let subpar installation compromise the performance of your beautiful, durable luxury vinyl floor. When you choose DeSoto Floor Covering & Interiors, you are choosing local expertise, obsessive attention to detail in subfloor preparation, and guaranteed professional results.
We are ready to handle your next project, whether it's a new kitchen floor in Southaven or a complete basement renovation in Hernando.
Ready for a beautiful, long-lasting LVT floor installed right the first time?
Request your accurate and professional in-home flooring estimate from the experts at DeSoto Floor Covering & Interiors today.
