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FloorEver™
Phenix offers 100 percent solution dyed fiber, which is the best suited option for homes with four-legged family members. The FloorEver collection focuses on delivering the consumer durable carpet that can withstand the demands of active households. The performance attributes of this collection are enhanced with Microban, which protects the floor 24/7 against the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew.
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Pet-Friendly Carpet
PetProtect® design make use of different cut and loop effects to lend a modern edge to a reflection of a centuries-old practice. This pattern comes in 12 captivating tones.
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COREtec Plus HD
Choose from hundreds of beautiful Luxury Vinyl Planks and engineered wood and stone floors to get the look that perfectly expresses what makes you, you.
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Pet-Friendly COREtec Advanced+
COREtec is the preferred waterproof brand, with customers and consumers alike, and promises 100 percent waterproof, petproof and kidproof performance.Ultra-realistic looks. Ultra-scratch protection. Get a floor you love and a floor that lasts, designed to stand up to whatever the day throws its way.
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ADURA®Flex
ADURA®Flex is a traditional glue down LVT floor which is perfect when you don't want any transition strips from room to room. It's also a great option for homes with open floor plans and with seniors or those with special needs.
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ADURA®Max Plank Flooring
ADURA®Max is available in today’s most popular decors and features our innovative HydroLoc™ waterproof core—making it the perfect choice for your most challenging rooms.
![Which Carpet is Best for Pets?](https://designbiz.com/images/media/pet-friendly-01.jpg)
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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SolidTech Plus
Designed for Any Room, Any Climate
SolidTech Plus is 100% waterproof, easy to clean, stain resistant, and comes with a no gap guarantee. And no matter what kind of pets you have in your home, SolidTech Plus can handle them thanks to our unique All Pet Plus Protection warranty, covering all pets, all accidents, all the time – plus scratch protection.
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RevWood Plus
RevWood Plus combines Mohawk’s unique Hydroseal and Uniclic technologies with GenuEdge, an innovative beveling technology that provides enhanced realism and added moisture protection. RevWood Plus is so waterproof, it can be steam mopped.
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RevWood Select
RevWood Select offers superior waterproof performance. Made with Mohawk's unique Hydroseal technology, which repels moisture, and Uniclic, a glueless locking system that traps water on the surface, RevWood Select is designed to withstand spills and splashes.
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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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ColorBurst® Variable Color Technology
The next evolution in variable-color technology. ColorBurst uses natural coloration to create a balanced, blended visual that adds depth and richness to Dream Weaver products. And since we infuse the colors in each strand of PureColor® fiber, the carpets are guaranteed not to stain or fade.
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COREtec Wood
Choose from hundreds of beautiful Luxury Vinyl Planks and engineered wood floors to get the look that perfectly expresses what makes you, you.
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COREtec Grande
All COREtec Grande styles feature the many benefits of WPC:100% waterproof planks that won't warp, swell, or buckle and are softer, warmer and quieter underfoot.
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COREtec Stone
All COREtec Stone products feature fast and easy installation with integrated, coordinating grout -- all without making a mess. Tiles resist cracks, wear, and fading and offer a warmer, safer, softer, and quieter floor.
![Engineered Floors LLC Prepares to Launch LVT Production in Dalton, GA](https://designbiz.com/BizNews/npuserimages/EngineeredFloors-press-release.jpg)
Engineered Floors LLC Prepares to Launch LVT Production in Dalton, GA
As the popularity of LVT continues to grow, it is Engineered Floors’ mission to meet that desire with the quality and service that our customers have come to expect. With this in mind, the decision has been made to initiate domestic LVT production in the Seretean facility utilizing the latest and most innovative manufacturing equipment available.
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Pet Friently PureColor Fiber
The PureColor fiber system is the industry leader when it comes to colorfastness and performance. All of our PureColor solution dyed polyester products have permanent stain and soil resistance that will stand up to any active family and household pet. The PureColor fiber technology even allows you to clean with bleach or other household cleaners.
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7 Reasons Why Vinyl Plank is Better Than Ceramic Tile
Vinyl planks are taking over the flooring industry, and for good reason! As technology advances, so does the way the flooring we install in our homes is engineered. If you’re weighing the pros and cons of both options, here are 7 reasons why vinyl plank is a better choice than ceramic tile:
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Why Choose Waterproof Vinyl Plank Flooring
When it comes to waterproof flooring, vinyl plank floors are the most popular choice on the market today. Waterproof vinyl planks are available in a variety of colors, styles, and formats, making it easy for homeowners to incorporate this type of flooring into their home. You can find styles that mimic stone, tile, hardwood, marble or concrete flooring, providing you the appearance of a high-style flooring with the durability and added benefit of being waterproof.
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MANNINGTON HEADS INTO THE WOODS WITH NEW ADURA® MAX APEX FLOORS
Homeowners who desire hardwood floors know that sometimes real wood just isn't a practical choice. Now rooms that are prone to spills and wet messes can still have the look of wood (plus the exceptional performance of a luxury vinyl tile) with Mannington’s new ADURA®MaxAPEX--floors that mix authenticity with durability and ease of care in innovative ways.
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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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Bring high-end fashion home
High-end fashion comes home with a luxury collection of 14 unique, fashion inspired carpet designs that bring ease of care, durability and fresh style to your home. Curated into three coordinated palettes, Modern Contours includes vibrant styles and textures that mimic luxury fabrics, materials and knitting techniques making it the perfect marriage of fashion and durability. All with the feeling and comfort underfoot of our SureSoftSD™ fiber.
![Looking for a modern, chic upgrade in your home? Our new Modern Contours Collection is your answer.](https://floorguide.com/imagelibrary/brands/photos/sp-1712-08.jpg)
Looking for a modern, chic upgrade in your home? Our new Modern Contours Collection is your answer.
Bring high-end fashion home with a luxury collection that marries unique designs with durability.
![Tarkett completes the acquisition of Lexmark, reinforcing its presence in the North America hospitality segment](https://designbiz.com/images/lexmark370.jpg)
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.