Learn About Floor Mart West Inc. – Quality Flooring Since 1982

Floor Mart West offers a wide range of flooring options including carpet, hardwood, tile, laminate, vinyl, luxury vinyl plank (LVP), and waterproof flooring. Their showroom features hundreds of styles, colors, and finishes for both residential and commercial spaces.

Yes, Floor Mart West provides expert flooring installation services. Their trained installers ensure each project is completed with precision, durability, and long-lasting results for homes and businesses.

Floor Mart West is located at 4336 Augusta Road in Lexington, South Carolina, 29073 serving local communities and surrounding areas with flooring sales and installation services. 

Yes, Floor Mart West offers free in-home flooring estimates. Their team can measure your space and provide accurate pricing to help you plan your project with confidence after your product selection.  We recommend visiting the showroom first to make product selection. 

Laminate is the most durable flooring overall! With the newer locking systems which are moisture-resistant, it is ideal for high-traffic areas and durable! It is also easy to maintain. Floor Mart West helps customers choose the best option based on their space and lifestyle needs. 

Yes, Floor Mart West offers flexible financing options with approved credit, making it easier to invest in high-quality flooring without upfront financial strain. Ask us about financing options on your visit to our showroom!

LVP flooring is waterproof, exceptionally durable, and easy to maintain. It is a popular choice for kitchens, bathrooms, and commercial spaces because it combines the look of wood with added resilience. 

Yes, Floor Mart West works with businesses, contractors, and property managers to provide efficient and cost-effective flooring solutions for commercial and multi-family properties. 

Choosing a family-owned business like Floor Mart West means personalized service, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction built on decades of experience since 1982. 

Tile, vinyl, and waterproof flooring are the best options for kitchens and bathrooms because they resist moisture, stains, and daily wear while remaining easy to clean. 

Yes, Floor Mart West has a fully stocked showroom where customers can see and feel different flooring materials to help with planning your project and weighing your options.  We also have options in stock as well. 

Installation time varies depending on the size of the project and the type of flooring. Most residential flooring projects can be completed within a few days, while larger commercial jobs may take longer. 

Engineered wood flooring features a real wood surface with a layered construction for added durability and moisture resistance, while traditional hardwood is solid wood throughout.

Yes, laminate flooring is a cost-effective and stylish option that mimics the look of wood or stone while being durable and easy to maintain. 

Yes, there are many flooring products offered by Floor Mart West that are environmentally safe, helping homeowners choose sustainable options without sacrificing style or durability. 

Many synthetic materials, particularly low-quality laminate and vinyl, can "off-gas" VOCs (such as formaldehyde), which can trigger allergies or asthma. 

A durable, water-resistant, and cost-effective option that is easy to clean. It is crucial to choose high-quality, low-VOC vinyl to ensure it does not contribute to poor indoor air quality.

Hardwood must acclimate for at least 72 hours, and moisture testing is crucial before installation to prevent warping.

Floor Mart West provides at least a 1-year warranty on installation and workmanship and strictly follows flooring product guidelines to maintain manufacturer warranty.

Mohawk offers Pur-Ease Allergen Control Technology and the SmartStrand Color Wall just leveled up, and you are going to feel the difference. Alongside the refreshed and elevated style assortment, SmartStrand now features Pur-Ease allergen control technology, built to support cleaner, fresher-feeling homes. Pur-Ease is featured exclusively on these SmartStrand Color Wall styles: Quality Living, Luxuriant Touch, Innovative Comfort, Luxuriant Path, and Luxuriant Weave

Shaw Pet Perfect / Pet Perfect+: Known for strong stain resistance (R2X) and, in the case of Pet Perfect+, a waterproof backing offering is even better.  There are so many styles available whether you want a solid, plush, or patterned loop carpet, you will find a look that fits your style with various pricing options as well.

The primary difference between LVP (Luxury Vinyl Plank) and LVT (Luxury Vinyl Tile) in waterproof flooring is their shape and appearance: LVP is designed to mimic hardwood planks, while LVT is designed to replicate the look of stone or ceramic tiles. Both are 100% waterproof, making them ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements.

Solid hardwood is a single, solid piece of wood, while engineered hardwood is made of layers (plywood or hardwood core) topped with a real wood veneer. Solid is ideal for longevity as it can be refinished multiple times, while engineered is more stable, moisture-resistant, and suitable for basements and concrete subfloors.

Mohawk SmartStrand is a brand of high-performance carpet recognized for its exceptional durability, built-in stain resistance, and soft texture, often marketed as a top choice for households with children and pets. Unlike traditional carpets that rely on chemical treatments, SmartStrand’s stain protection is engineered into the fiber's core, ensuring it will never wash or wear off.

Shaw Pet Perfect carpet is a line of residential flooring specifically engineered for pet owners, designed to be exceptionally durable, easy to clean, and resistant to stains and pet accidents. It is part of Shaw Floors' pet-friendly flooring collection, which includes carpet, luxury vinyl, and laminate.

Mohawk Pet Premier is a line of durable, stain-resistant, and sustainable residential carpet designed specifically for households with pets. It features advanced fiber made from recycled plastic bottles, designed to resist stains, fading, and wear while offering a soft, high-quality feel.

Solution-dyed polyester carpet is a durable, highly stain-resistant flooring option where color is added to the polyester raw material before it is spun into fibers. This means the color goes all the way through, like a carrot, rather than just on the surface, offering superior fade resistance, long-lasting color, and easy cleaning (including bleach).

When shopping for waterproof flooring, you should prioritize 100% waterproof materials, typically Stone Plastic Composite (SPC) or WPC luxury vinyl—that feature a thick wear layer, pre-attached underlayment for comfort, and a click-lock system to prevent seepage. The most popular and effective choice is Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) for its balance of durability, style, and water protection.

We offer a variety of water-resistant and waterproof sheet vinyl flooring options designed for high-moisture areas like kitchens and bathrooms. These products feature easy-to-clean surfaces, durable layers, and styles ranging from modern stone to rustic wood. 

Carpet tiles are superior for office spaces due to their easy maintenance, high durability, and lower long-term costs. Damaged or stained areas can be replaced individually, avoiding the need for a full, costly renovation. They offer flexible design options, lower installation costs, and are typically more environmentally friendly than traditional broadloom carpet.

No, you should not install a floating floor over uneven or weak subfloors. Floating floors require a surface that is both structural sound and flat—typically within inch over a 10-foot span. Unevenness leads to broken locking joints, clicking noises, and premature failure, while a weak subfloor causes deflection.

A moisture barrier is essential under waterproof flooring (like LVP) when installed over concrete to prevent moisture from traveling up, causing mold growth, and damaging the subfloor or locking mechanisms. While the planks are waterproof, trapped, rising moisture can cause cupping and, in many cases, not using one can void the product warranty.

6-mil black poly plastic serves as a crucial moisture vapor barrier in your crawl space, preventing ground moisture from seeping upward. It protects your new flooring from cupping, buckling, and rot caused by excess humidity, while also inhibiting mold growth, structural damage, and pest infestations.

A Rapid RH test is a method used to measure the internal relative humidity (moisture) within a concrete slab before installing flooring. By placing sensors at precise depths (of the slab thickness), it provides fast, accurate data to prevent moisture-related failures like adhesive breakdown, mold, or floor cupping.

Prepare your home for new flooring by clearing all rooms 2-3 days in advance, including removing small items, wall art, and closet contents. Disconnect electronics and large appliances, secure pets, and ensure a clear pathway for installers. Clean the subfloor, allow materials to acclimate, and prepare for dust by sealing off adjacent rooms.

This can vary with the individual customer but here are standard procedures at Floor Mart West. After 1 visit to our showroom, samples are borrowed for viewing at home, a measure/inspection scheduled (returning samples for you), and a quote provided within a few days. Upon agreement with a down payment, installation is scheduled according to receipt of product if ordered or sooner if in stock already. Depending on product selected and availability, this can happen within a week.

Visit our showroom at 4336 Augusta Road, Lexington SC 29073 to view products and borrow samples and schedule a free measure for a quote. Once quote is approved and a down payment is provided, product is ordered and installation is scheduled accordingly, paying the balance once installation is completed.

Floor Mart West is a BBB Accredited Business with a rating of A+.

Yes, Floor Mart West is licensed and bonded and served the surrounding community since 1982.

Dream Weaver carpet is unique for its PureColor® solution-dyed fiber technology, which locks color throughout the strand to resist fading, stains, and bleach. It features high-definition, multi-color fibers (up to 24 colors per strand) for better, more detailed designs. Engineered Floors also make it with eco-friendly processes and superior durability.

Floating floors break apart primarily due to restricted movement, improper installation, or environmental issues. Common causes include lack of expansion gaps at walls, uneven subfloors, pinning the floor with cabinets or trim, and improper locking during installation. These factors lead to buckling, gaps, and broken joints.

Rolling chairs damage waterproof floors (like LVP or laminate) because their standard rigid plastic casters function as abrasive rollers, causing scuffs, scratches, and wear on the protective surface layer. The concentrated weight can also cause dents, while the constant friction leads to long-term wear, breaking down the floor's finish.

While no flooring is entirely "scratch-proof," porcelain tile is considered the most scratch-resistant option, followed closely by high-quality Stone Plastic Composite (SPC) flooring and commercial-grade laminate.

No, we do not install flooring products that we do not sell as we cannot support the products properly to ensure the best installation.