Our 10,000 square foot showroom and remnant warehouse includes hundreds of room-size carpet and vinyl remnants as well as thousands of flooring samples.

The Floor Covering Shop is a family-owned & operated full-service flooring store which specializes in the sales & installation of carpet, area rugs, tile, hardwood, laminate, linoleum, sheet vinyl, luxury vinyl and COREtec floors.

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Years of Service

Looking for a store that has longevity? The Floor Covering Shop has over 62 years of experience in Norwich, Connecticut. To get the most from a company, they need to be around before, during, and after the sale. Approximately 50% of New London County companies fail in the first five years. While being new in the Connecticut market doesn't always mean a company isn't reliable, being in business for a while means The Floor Covering Shop has earned the trust of consumers in Norwich and the surrounding communities since 1963.

Friendly Experts

Whether you need a new area rugs or carpeting or ceramic/porcelain or countertop/surfaces, our friendly experts will help you find exactly what you need to fit your lifestyle, home decor, and budget. We will consider the area to be decorated, the type of traffic (Kids? Pets?), lighting, colors, and other factors to create a stunning decor. Come and visit our Norwich showroom at 385 Central Avenue to see, touch and feel the latest styles!

Family Owned Small Business

The Floor Covering Shop is family owned and operated. We are your neighbor. We work and live in Norwich and the surrounding communities of New London County and understand your needs. That means that we carry products that are based on local trends and desires rather than national sales. Also you can expect The Floor Covering Shop to provide the best personal service, best value, and best warranties. And best of all, buying from The Floor Covering Shop keeps your money in Norwich and help builds a strong local economy.

Great Selection

The Floor Covering Shop has a wide selection of the highest quality products, including: area rugs, carpeting, ceramic/porcelain, countertop/surfaces, installation materials, laminate flooring, lvt/lvp, natural stone floors, specialty floors, underlayment, vinyl/resilient, waterproof flooring, wood flooring, that can put the perfect finishing touch on any room. Conveniently located in Norwich, The Floor Covering Shop has an experienced and knowledgeable staff who will help you through every stage of selecting the right product for your home or office.

Quality Brands

Click Here to learn more about the quality brands that The Floor Covering Shop has to offer. Some of the more popular brands we carry are: Marazzi® USA Natural Stone, Shaw Tile Flooring, DalTile® Countertops, Schlüter® Transitions, COREtec® Original, Johnsonite® Commerical Flooring, among others. Regardless of the brand you choose, The Floor Covering Shop is dedicated to getting the job done right.

High-end flooring is made with greater care, finer materials and/or a greater emphasis on design. Treat your home to a little luxury with our beautiful designer flooring brands, including: Marazzi® USA Natural Stone, and other fine flooring.

Commercial Flooring

We provide specialized floor covering services tailored to a wide range of commercial sectors. Our offerings include: Residential or Builder, Educational or School, Hospitality or Lodging, Medical or Healthcare, Multi Family or Housing, Office or Tenant, Religious Worship, Restaurants

Our expert team ensures that each flooring solution aligns perfectly with the specific needs and regulations of your industry, providing a seamless and professional service from selection to installation.

Helpful Information

Visit our help center to find "how to" information, decorating tips, cleaning instructions, educational links, FAQ's and more. Some of our more popular links include: Reimagine Hospitality Flooring with Durkan, Mohawk's SolidTech - Superior performance in wet areas., Monawk's Air.o - Pure Peace of Mind. Hypoallergenic Soft Flooring, Made in South Pittsburg: Shaw Hardwood Flooring, and numerous others.

Current News

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What's New

There is alway something new at The Floor Covering Shop. Check out some of the new products that maybe soon coming to our showroom: Treverksoul Collection, Marble Obsession, Transio Glazed Porcelain, Enlite Porcelain Tile, Scenario, Wide Plank Collection, . The Floor Covering Shop does not carry every new style in our showroom. Check with them first about a particular product or to see if your product choice is available for special order.