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Castillian Collection
Castillian engineered hardwood flooring is a modern take on the classic beauty of the hardwood floors found in castles, cottages and manors across the European continent. Made with genuine European White Oak lumber, these floors will be the perfect addition to any modern, or traditional, décor for decades.
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Latitude Forest Park
Forest Park, the latest addition to the Latitude Collection® is a 7.5" wide plank, sliced face Hickory with extra long lengths up to 83". Forest Park comes in 4 hand-stained colors with subtle wire brushing that accentuate the warmth and color variation that can only be found in a hickory floor.
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Kodiak
Unapologetically rustic best describes Kodiak. The hand stained and hand scraped finish creates a warm, rich visual that lends itself perfectly to the modern farmhouse vibe that continues in popularity.
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Wide Plank Collection
NATURAL BEAUTY MEANS NATURAL VARIATIONS - The patterns and color variations in a living tree are like all of nature—never repeated. Naturally occurring wood characteristics such as mineral streaks, knots, and variations in grain and color are not considered defects.
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Improve Air Quality with Bamboo Flooring
Indoor Air Quality, also known as IAQ, is defined by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as, “The air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants.” There are many ways to improve IAQ within a home. Selecting the proper flooring materials can substantially help.
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Xcora Bamboo Flooring
Xcora Strand is the hardest hardwood – Teragren’s revolutionary Xcora strand bamboo flooring averages 160% harder than red oak. These floors offer hardness, durability and stability that are perfect for high-traffic areas in both residential and commercial settings.
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Character Collection
Proprietary Somerset character grade that will include, but is not limited to, small, sound open knots; mineral; worm holes; heartwood; sapwood; and burls.
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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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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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Benefits of Bamboo Flooring
Teragren specializes in producing high-quality bamboo flooring for residential and commercial spaces. Here are just a few of the benefits of introducing Teragren’s bamboo products into your scheme of things.
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Pureform Bamboo Flooring
PureForm Traditional, where it all began – our original style known as the PureForm line is still popular today
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SpillShield®Plus Waterproof Laminate Flooring
A kitchen or bathroom remodel is filled with overwhelming decisions. Mannington® makes it easier with our waterproof laminate flooring.
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Radiant Heat: Solid vs Engineered, Which is Better?
Is self-locking better than tongue and groove for stability, lack of squeakiness, water resistance, etc.?
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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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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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About Engineered Hardwood
Engineered Hardwood flooring is real wood from top to bottom that’s normally made using multiple wood veneers or slats of wood glued together at opposing directions. The word “engineered” just refers to the way in which it’s made. There are many benefits to choosing an engineered product over a solid product–in fact.
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Ultimate Guide to Laminate Flooring
As the leader in flooring, Mannington has put together a guide that details everything you need to know about the laminate flooring options on the market. From an overview on the different options available, to benefits, misconceptions and cleaning tips, take the confusion out of floor shopping by reading this handy guide.
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Ultimate Guide to Hardwood Flooring
As a leader in the flooring industry, Mannington has put together a guide that details everything you need to know about hardwood floors. Whether you’re having a new home built or simply looking to make an upgrade to your home’s existing floors, hardwood is a beautiful, durable option! Before you decide on hardwood, here’s what you need to know.
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Restoration Collection® laminate flooring
What a peaceful retreat! This bathroom is quite the refreshing space, featuring our Restoration Collection® laminate flooring in Fair Haven—ideal for bathrooms because it includes our SpillShield® Waterproof Warranty. Shown in Color: Brushed Natural.
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Prospect Park hardwood flooring
Now available in stores: our Prospect Park hardwood flooring, shown in Color: Arch. Inspired by the pre-war architecture of New York City in the 1920s, it uses subtle, muted colors and multiple stain layers to achieve the feel of high-end, luxury living.
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Anthem celebrates the beauty of the great American hardwoods
Anybody up for a road trip? If not, then check out our Anthem Plus laminate. Anthem celebrates the beauty of the great American hardwoods but in a much more affordable laminate option. This laminate features embossed in register texture which means what you see is what you feel. So save some gas and time and explore some of the greatest hardwood looks both sides of the Mississippi!
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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.