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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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SmartStrand
When it comes to a carpet that truly has it all, look no further than SmartStrand. Where traditional carpets fall short, the innovative fibers in SmartStrand Forever Clean offer unbeatable spill protection, permanent stain resistance and long-lasting durability. Truly a worry-free solution, SmartStrand Forever Clean is the perfect flooring for busy households.
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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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Mohawk Partners with Sunshine on a Ranney Day
CALHOUN, Ga. September 28, 2020—Mohawk is partnering once again with Sunshine on a Ranney Day, an Atlanta-based nonprofit that renovates homes for children with special needs, to provide light and greater independence for...
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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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How to Choose the Best Plank Floor
Choosing a floor may seem a bit daunting, especially if you've never done it before. Whether you're a newbie or a pro, understanding more will prepare you to choose the very best floor for your lifestyle, space, and budget.
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SmartStrand All Pet protection
SmartStrand is still the softest, most durable and easiest to clean carpet on the planet. SmartStrand includes Mohawk’s exclusive All Pet protection, the most comprehensive pet warranty in the industry, covering all pets, all accidents, all the time.
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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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Solid Hardwood vs. Engineered Wood
Many hardwood shoppers don't realize there are two types of wood — solid and engineered. Both solid and engineered flooring add value and structure to your home and are available in plenty of species, stains and styles. So, what exactly are these two types of hardwood and how do they compare? Let's explore.
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American Industrial Partners' Acquisition of Armstrong Flooring's Wood Flooring Business Is a Win-Win Deal
CLEVELAND, Nov. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- American Industrial Partners (AIP), a private equity firm with substantial holdings in the construction industry, announced today that it had entered into an agreement to purchase the wood flooring operations of Armstrong Flooring.
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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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Mohawk's Edge Summit to Accelerate Retailers' Competitive Edge
CALHOUN, Ga. October 1, 2018—Mohawk will unveil innovative products, brands and programs to help its retail partners accelerate their competitive edge in the face of today’s fast-paced and changing retail world at the Edge Summit, which will be held December 6–9, 2018 at Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee, Fla.
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Mohawk Cushions all Seven Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walks for Third year
CALHOUN, Ga. September 2018 — Mohawk continues its fight against breast cancer with its support of the Susan G. Komen® 3-Day Walk by donating more than 7,000 SmartCushion pads to comfort this year’s walkers and crew members. The company also hosts the “Mohawk Mile,” a bright pink carpeted footpath to the finish line filled with Mohawk residential and commercial team members, retail partners and customers urging walkers on to success.
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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.