Flooring Types
Waterproof Flooring in New Orleans
We install waterproof flooring in kitchens, baths, laundry rooms and ground floors across New Orleans and Metairie. Waterproof is a maker's label for the surface, and only some floors also have a FEMA flood rating; that difference decides what belongs in each room here.
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Waterproof or flood resistant: what the labels mean
This page is for homeowners and landlords who want a floor that can take water. It covers what "waterproof" and "flood resistant" really mean, which floors FEMA rates for flooding, how raised and slab homes change the choice, and what to do when water gets in.
The two terms sound alike but answer different questions.
Waterproof
Waterproof is a maker's label for the surface; check what its warranty covers.
Flood damage resistant
FEMA's term. Its guide rates which floor finishes are acceptable for flood exposure and which aren't.
Warranties
Mannington's rigid vinyl warranty excludes flooding and leaking plumbing or appliances, even on a waterproof plank.
The subfloor
A waterproof surface over a subfloor that soaks up water can still mean tearing the floor out after a flood.
Built for New Orleans
Which waterproof flooring holds up in New Orleans wet rooms and flood zones?
FEMA's guide to flood damage-resistant materials sorts common floors into acceptable and unacceptable.
Tile set in mortar and terrazzo
FEMA rates ceramic and porcelain tile set in mortar as acceptable, and terrazzo too. The same tile set with organic adhesives is unacceptable. See our tile flooring page.
Vinyl
FEMA rates vinyl tile with chemical-set adhesive as acceptable on a concrete floor, but not over plywood, because the vinyl must be removed for the plywood to dry. Our vinyl flooring page covers plank, tile and sheet vinyl.
Epoxy and resin floors
FEMA rates formed-in-place epoxy flooring as acceptable. It suits garages and ground-floor slabs; see our epoxy flooring page.
Laminate, engineered wood and carpet
FEMA rates plastic laminate, engineered wood and wood flooring as unacceptable, and carpeting too. A water-resistant label on laminate is about spills, not floods.
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How it works
Raised homes and slab homes need different choices
Houses here sit either on piers over a crawl space or on a concrete slab, and each one changes the answer.
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Raised and pier homes
Mannington's rigid vinyl guide says wood floors must sit at least 18 inches above the ground, with cross-ventilation and a vapor barrier over the crawl space ground. No vinyl over plywood is FEMA flood-acceptable; liftable planks are a practical choice, not a rating.
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Slab homes
The same guide caps slab moisture at 8 lbs per 1,000 sq ft in 24 hours (ASTM F1869) or 85% relative humidity (ASTM F2170). A slab gets tested before any waterproof floor goes down, and subfloor preparation handles what the test finds.
What to do when water gets in
New Orleans International Airport averages about 63 inches of rain a year, according to the National Weather Service, so plan for wet days.
- Dry within 2 days The EPA says mold usually won't grow if wet items are dried within 24 to 48 hours.
- Lift what you can Click planks can come up so the subfloor dries.
- Wipe spills early Don't leave water sitting at seams and edges.
- Check doors Thresholds and door seals keep rain off the floor in the first place.
Where we install waterproof flooring and how to get a free estimate
We install waterproof floors across New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, River Ridge, Gretna and Slidell. See every town on our service areas page.
For a free estimate, tell us the rooms, whether any of them have flooded before and whether the house is raised or on a slab.
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FAQ
Common Questions About Waterproof Flooring
Talk to an Expert about Waterproof Flooring.
Is waterproof flooring flood proof?
No. Waterproof is a maker's label for the surface; check what its warranty covers. FEMA rates only some floors as acceptable for flood exposure, such as tile set in mortar, terrazzo, formed-in-place epoxy and chemical-set vinyl on concrete, and Mannington's rigid vinyl warranty excludes flooding.
What waterproof flooring works in a raised house over a crawl space?
Mannington's rigid vinyl guide calls for at least 18 inches of clearance, cross-ventilation and a ground vapor barrier. No vinyl over plywood is FEMA flood-acceptable; click-lock planks that can be lifted to dry the subfloor are a practical choice, not a rating.
What should I do if my floors get wet?
Dry them fast. The EPA says mold usually won't grow if wet items are dried within 24 to 48 hours, so lift click planks and run fans and dehumidifiers.
Do you install waterproof flooring in Metairie?
Yes. We install waterproof floors in Metairie and across the metro, including New Orleans, Kenner, River Ridge, Gretna and Slidell.
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