Remove all existing flooring (carpet in living/dining + dark cherry hardwood in kitchen) and replace with continuous LVP across the entire main level — living area, kitchen, dining room, nook, entry, mudroom, and bathroom. One seamless floor, no transitions except at the library/office doorway. Light oak, wide plank, pet-friendly and 100% waterproof. Excludes library/office (12’7″×11’10″), garage, and porch.
⚠ Laminate vs LVP Warning
The Mohawk Westhighland Oak at Costco ($37.99/carton) is laminate, not LVP. It has an HDF (High-Density Fiberboard) core that swells when exposed to water. Reviews confirm swelling issues. True LVP has an SPC (Stone Polymer Composite) or WPC (Wood Polymer Composite) vinyl core — 100% waterproof all the way through.
Floor Plan + Sq Ft Breakdown
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Rooms Included
Excluded
What to Look For
Product Options
Costco — Mohawk Home LVP
Best ValueSpecs: 6mm thick, 9.4″ × 47.8″ planks, 22 mil wear layer, SPC core
Coverage: 15.65 sq ft/carton → ~67 cartons needed
Cost: ~$2.50–3.50/sq ft = $2,590–$3,620
Colors (light oak): Bellingham Oak, Bloomington Oak, Tudor Oak
Floor & Decor — NuCore
Best SelectionSpecs: 5.5mm+, 9″ × 48″ planks, 22 mil wear layer, cork pad attached
Pick: Nordic Oak
Cost: $2.49–3.99/sq ft = $2,580–$4,130
Warranty: Lifetime residential + 20yr commercial. GreenGuard Gold certified.
Floor & Decor — DuraLux Performance
PremiumSpecs: Thick rigid core, up to 9″+ wide, 20 mil wear layer, foam pad attached
Cost: $3.00–5.00/sq ft = $3,105–$5,175
Warranty: Up to 25yr residential
Costco — Mohawk Westhighland Oak LAMINATE
Not RecommendedItem: #1975695 — 12mm HDF core (laminate, not LVP)
Coverage: 18.6 sq ft/carton → ~56 cartons
Cost: $37.99/carton = $2.04/sq ft = ~$2,130 total
HDF core absorbs water. Not waterproof.
Cost Summary
Based on 1,035 sq ft (941 + 10% waste)
| Costco Mohawk LVP | F&D NuCore | F&D DuraLux | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material / sq ft | ~$2.50–3.50 | $2.49–3.99 | ~$3.00–5.00 |
| Material total | $2,590–$3,620 | $2,580–$4,130 | $3,105–$5,175 |
| Transitions / Trim | ~$100–300 (only at library/office doorway) | ||
| Pro Install ($2–4/sq ft) | $1,880–$3,760 | ||
| Old flooring removal | DIY w/ dumpster (~$350–500) | ||
| Total DIY | $3,040–$4,420 | $3,030–$4,930 | $3,555–$5,975 |
| Total Pro Install | $4,920–$8,180 | $4,910–$8,690 | $5,435–$9,735 |
DIY Install Guide
Weekend-by-Weekend Plan
FIRST DECISION: Plank Direction
Run lengthwise toward the nook/deck door.
Weekend 0 — Prep
Move furniture out. Rip out carpet + dark cherry hardwood. Inspect subfloor for level/damage. Undercut door frames. Full weekend with dumpster rental.
Weekend 1 — Dining Room (123 sq ft, 3–4 hrs)
Starter room. Start from far wall. Don’t end rows at boundary. Transition strip only at library/office doorway.
Weekend 2 — Living Area (319 sq ft, 6–8 hrs)
Largest room. Continue from dining. Fireplace cuts. Plan for a full Saturday.
Weekend 3 — Kitchen + Nook + Entry (391 sq ft, 7–9 hrs)
Trickiest cuts around island and cabinets. Dark cherry already removed. Continuous through nook.
Weekend 4 — Mudroom + Bathroom (~108 sq ft, 3–4 hrs)
Small rooms. Mudroom off kitchen for garage entry. Bathroom cuts around toilet/vanity. Silicone caulk at toilet base and tub.
Weekend 5 — Finish (2–4 hrs)
Install transition strip at library doorway. Reinstall baseboards. Caulk. Move furniture back with felt pads. Place entry mats.
Tools Needed
Pro Tips
- Stagger end joints by 6″+ between rows
- Dry-lay the first 2–3 rows before clicking in
- Mix planks from multiple cartons for color variation
- First row must be perfectly straight — shim if needed
- Click long side first, then tap short end in
- Watch one YouTube install video for your specific product
- Felt pads on every piece of furniture
Key Considerations
- ●Dark cherry hardwood tear-out adds extra work during prep — budget a full weekend for demo
- ●West-facing nook/deck door gets strong afternoon sun — look for UV-resistant products
- ●Vaulted living room can be echoey — cork-backed pad (NuCore) helps with sound
- ●Inspect subfloor under dark cherry hardwood — may need leveling compound
- ●Grab physical samples from both Costco and Floor & Decor before ordering
- ●Bathroom caulking is critical — silicone at toilet base and tub perimeter
Recommendation
- ✓Best value: Costco Mohawk Home LVP
- ✓Best for sound: NuCore with cork pad (great for vaulted living room)
- ✓Huge upgrade from dark cherry — one continuous light oak floor across the entire main level
- ✓Realistic 5-weekend DIY project, ~941 sq ft
- ✓Next step: Visit Floor & Decor and grab a Nordic Oak sample