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Theorem 2.5mm LVT
Spark curiosity and collaboration in the next generation of doers, thinkers, influencers and connectors with a carefully curated palette of color and pattern. Theorem is a 2.5 mm LVT with Diamond 10 Technology and is domestically produced.
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Exchange 2.5mm LVT
Invigorate and inspire with soft pastels and rich, saturated tones that complement a visual texture designed to add depth and interest. Exchange is a 2.5 mm LVT with Diamond 10 Technology and is domestically produced.
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Which Carpet is Best for Pets?
Everyone knows carpet feels great underfoot—whether you have two feet or four!—Shaw has developed some carpet benefits you’ll love, and so will your furrier family members. They add up to a healthy, sweet-smelling home for you and your pet.
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Tarkett Composition Tile
Composition tiles provide economic value and a multitude of patterns and quality options to optimize performance across a number of high traffic installation areas. From the original vinyl composition tile (VCT), to vinyl enhanced tile (VET) and solid vinyl tile (SVT), composite tiles are budget friendly and withstand heavy foot and rolling traffic.
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LUXE Plank Value
Luxe Plank ® Value luxury vinyl tile is an affordable way to achieve the stylish look of authentic hardwood or natural stone. Scratch and water resistance allow you to simulate natural materials in high moisture areas, including bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms.
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American Charm 6
American Charm 6 is built to withstand household wear and tear. It is a pet-friendly solution ideal for high-moisture areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms. The Urethane Plus coating and 6-mil wear layer work together to protect from scratches, stains, and scuffs.
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American Personality 12
The American Personality 12 collection features a fiberglass reinforced structure with a 12-mil wear layer for protection from rips, tears, and gouges. No acclimation is required for most in installations, and it can be installed in direct sunlight. American Personality 12 is ideal for residential applications, light commercial spaces and Main Street business.
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Natural Creations with Diamond 10
We’ve harnessed the brilliant properties of diamonds to create flooring that is unmatched in performance and durability. This revolutionary, patented innovation uses cultured diamonds, with all the properties of real diamonds, to provide the highest scratch, stain and scuff resistance in the industry.
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Armstrong Parallel USA 20
Manufactured in the US, Parallel USA Luxury Flooring offers a balance of performance, design and price – and is just a truck delivery away. Its performance has been strengthened with Urethane Plus coating to provide enhanced resistance to scratches, stains and scuffs compared to standard urethane coatings.
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LUXE Plank Good
Luxe Plank® Good luxury vinyl tile replicates the beautiful look of hardwood floors with a water and scratch resistance that holds up well against water and everyday wear.
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LUXE Plank Better
Bring the luxurious look of exotic and traditional hardwoods into your home with beautiful Luxe Plank® Better luxury vinyl tile. Simple installation with no special tools required — just peel, place and press and start enjoying your new floor right away!
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LUXE Plank Best
Luxe Plank® Best luxury vinyl tile is a stunning choice for recreating the look of authentic hardwood with substantial thickness and the superior water and scratch resistance of our advanced protective coating, Urethane Plus.
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LUXE Plank with FasTak Install
From planks to tile, whatever the style, Luxe Plank flooring was built to hold onto its beauty — even under high traffic, high moisture and high impact.
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How To Lay Out Your New Rug
Congratulations on your purchase of that beautiful new rug. No doubt it required some homework and adventure to find just the right one to tie your room together. Now that it’s arrived to your home, there are a few important steps to make sure you lay out your rug properly so that it frames your décor exactly as you planned.
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What's the difference between linoleum and vinyl flooring?
Linoleum flooring and vinyl flooring often get mistaken for each other by homeowners who are searching for sheet flooring that will look good for the long haul. Both floor types are indeed tough and long-lasting, and can be installed pretty much anywhere. But there are some important differences between the two.
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Wood-Look Vinyl Flooring
There's a lot to love about hardwood flooring, but there may be times when vinyl is the best fit. Read about why wood-look vinyl flooring may be the right choice for your project — and what kinds of options you have if you decide to go this route.
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Nine reasons we love flat weave rugs (and you should, too!)
If you're looking for a versatile, eye-catching accent, flat weaves provide a flexible flooring solution.
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Game of Stones
Carrara and Calcutta marbles were prized by the ancient Romans as much as we love them today. These are the most popular stones used in the modern kitchen. Combined with pristine white cabinetry and fashionable color schemes, this classic marble stone adds simple elegance to your home.
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Shaw Floors is honored to be a national sponsor of the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway
Shaw Floors is honored to be a national sponsor of the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway. In the coming days, as construction nears completion in more than 40 markets across the U.S., partners & local supporters will gather for "floor signing" events, to permanently attach a blessing or special message to these homes which will raise millions of dollars for the care and life-saving research that happens at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Vivero Luxury Flooring with Diamond 10 Technology
Did you know our Vivero Luxury Flooring with Diamond 10 Technology is made with cultured diamonds? That's what makes it so durable and such a great option for schools.
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Tarkett completes the acquisition of Lexmark, reinforcing its presence in the North America hospitality segment
PARIS, FRANCE, October 1st, 2018 – Tarkett, a global leader in flooring and sports surface solutions, announced today it has completed the acquisition of Lexmark Carpet Mills. Paul Cleary, CEO of Lexmark, will join Tarkett as President of the Hospitality business for North America.
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Breathe easier with carpet
It's a common misconception that carpet can adversely impact allergy and asthma sufferers. Recently, Shaw Industries commissioned a series of scientific studies that indicate that effectively cleaned carpet can reduce airborne allergens, making it a viable choice for families impacted by allergies and asthma.
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Why Carpet?
Softness, comfort, texture, color...there are countless reasons to love carpet.
Think about that moment when you first step out of bed each morning. That welcoming touch of warmth is a perfect start to your day.
Great Looking, Durable, Affordable and Easy-to-Install: Top Reasons Why Armstrong’s New Duality Vinyl Flooring Dazzles
Selecting a floor….you know how it’s done. First, you choose the look you like – stones, woods, perhaps something avant-garde?
Shaw, HGTV team up for co-branded flooring line - Licensing partnership extends an already strong relationship
DALTON—For the last three years, four if you count 2011, Shaw Industries and HGTV have had an ever-building partnership as the manufacturer has been the exclusive flooring provider for the HGTV Green Home giveaway.