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Remodeling & Flooring · DMV

Advice from the contractors who actually do the work.

We remodel and floor homes with our own crews across Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia — bathrooms, kitchens, basements, and everything underfoot. That means we see what fails, what lasts, and what the sales brochure doesn't tell you — and we'll write it down here even when it isn't flattering.

Boxes of luxury vinyl plank flooring stacked in a room ahead of installation

Installation · Latest

Do You Need to Acclimate LVP Flooring Before Installing It?

Hardwood needs a week to acclimate. LVP is different, but "different" doesn't mean "skip it." Here's what a floor actually needs before install day, and why the room matters more than the planks.

August 18, 2026 · 6 min read

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