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Custom rugs are becoming increasingly popular. Usually, a high quality velvet pile carpeting is cut in various shapes and forms and pieced together to form an overall design. Use any variety of colors or pattern to mix or match with your room's theme.
Most laminate flooring does adequately replicates the look of wood floors. Unlike real hardwood, laminate block flooring don’t have imperfections or dents, which contributes to less wasted materials.
Laminate is a floor covering that appears similar to hardwood but is made with a plywood or medium density fiberboard core with a plastic laminate top layer. Laminate may be more durable than hardwood, but cannot be refinished like hardwood.
Laminate flooring tile looks like ceramic tile or stone, but without the expense and required maintenance. Laminate tile flooring has a photographic layer under a clear protective finish. It is easier to install and maintain than ceramic or stone.
Laminate plank flooring is a multi-layer product fused together. Laminate flooring planks simulate wood grain with a photographic layer under a clear protective finish. It is usually easier to install and maintain than traditional hardwood flooring.
Luxury Vinyl Tile comes in a variety of lengths and widths. Therefore, it’s better suited for imitating materials like stone, granite, and concrete. LVT can float, peel-and-stick, be glued down, or snap together for easy installation.
Luxury Vinyl Plank can mimic the look of traditional hardwood floors. They can float, be glued down, or snap together. LVP can also be smooth or textured to mimic different types of materials.
Unlike tiles which are made of minerals, resilient flooring is made of materials that have some elasticity, giving the flooring a degree of flexibility called resilience. The flooring is available in large sheets or pre-cut tiles.
Engineered hardwood has a thin solid wood layer on top with a composite core. It can be a less expensive option than buying hardwood, but it cannot be sanded and refinished. This flooring typically is installed with a click-lock method.
Many different species of wood are fabricated into wood flooring in two primary forms: plank and parquet. Hardwoods are typically much more durable than softwoods. Wood is a common choice as a flooring material and can come in various styles, colors, cuts
Medallions are installed in the main field of the floor. They can incorporate multiple wood species, stone, metal and leather. Medallions also can be routed into existing floors.
Solid hardwood floors are made of planks milled from a single piece of timber. Solid wood floors have a thicker wear surface and can be sanded and finished more times than an engineered wood floor.
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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.
Emily Morrow is a trend expert for Shaw floors. Her experience in interior design allows her to assist in the color, style and design development of residential flooring. She spots patterns, gathers resources and samples to help create fresh and vibrant color palettes and prototypes for Shaw products. Shaw Floors focus on design and desire to be a leader in the market for design is what separates them from competitors.
Joe Boehm, senior interior designer for Better Homes and Gardens, took some time out of his busy day to give Shaw Floors a look into the world of interior design and style. Style is broad and has become highly influenced by the internet which allows consumers to add their own personal influence when decorating. Ethnic and global styles, where consumers decorate with items from their travels is one trend Joe has been seeing. Another trend is the revival of the bland color palette, full of whites and grays where colors and textures are built up. This could be in the form of a rough textured carpet complimented by a grey stained hardwood floor. Shaw Floors offers a full range of flooring in colors and styles to meet your needs
Maintaining clean carpet can seem difficult but when following a few Shaw Floors cleaning tips it doesn't have to be. One tip is to lay down a door mat, an easy fix to keeping dirt and soil from getting on carpets. Another key tip is to vacuum regularly and get carpets professionally cleaned every 6-24 months. Finally it is important to pay prompt attention to stains and remove them in the appropriate manner - blot never rub or scrub spills. We recommend using a product like Shaw's R2X Stain and Soil Remover for spot cleaning to provide easier stain removal. For more carpet cleaning tips,
Installing laminate floors has never been easier with VersaLock AG laminate flooring by Shaw Floors. This flooring requires minimal adhesive, tools and preparation. Begin by measuring the floor, laying underlayment and determining how many planks will be required to cover the room. It is recommended to choose random lengths of planks and various planks from different cartons to enhance the look of the floor. When installing around tight spaces, simply remove the locking ridge and add a layer of adhesive to the board to keep it in place.
The foundation of a beautiful home starts with a gorgeous floor and whether it's hardwood, carpet, an area of rug or vinyl, Shaw Flooring can satisfy any need and taste. On this episode, Designing Spaces partners once again with Shaw Flooring to work with a South Florida family who is looking to update a couple of rooms in their home. Designer Tracy Daves she has the solution and we see a great transformation.
Hardwood flooring trends are offering consumers a wealth of choice in 2013. From shifts in color palette's to new textures, Emily Morrow explains the many options available to transform your interior. To
You love real hardwood floors, but can they stand up all the spontaneous messes that real life brings? With Repel from Shaw Floors, the answer is YES! Check out this gorgeous collection of water-resistant hardwood flooring.
Getting ready to install engineered hardwood? There are three ways to do it, and the nail down method that you'll see in this video is great for wood subfloors. Watch and learn the secrets to a successful installation so you can enjoy your beautiful hardwood floor for years to come.
The natural beauty of solid hardwood floors…who doesn't love it? What you may not know is that the very natural aspect that gives this hardwood its stunning beauty requires some careful preparation to ensure a successful, lasting installation. Watch as Jack describes the right way to install solid hardwood flooring.
Getting ready to install engineered hardwood? There are three ways to do it, and the glue down method that you'll see in this video is great for concrete subfloors. You can also glue engineered hardwood over plywood subfloors. Watch and learn the secrets to a successful installation so you can enjoy your beautiful hardwood floor for years to come.
Hardwood is a beautiful flooring option, but what about the specific kinds of hardwood? How do you choose between solid hardwood and engineered hardwood? Are they both real wood? Watch as we explain how they are similar and how they are different. You'll learn the strengths of each type so you'll be prepared to make the best choice for your home.
If you're shopping for flooring, or even if you're just interested in home decor and remodeling, you've probably heard of both engineered hardwood and laminate. Are they the same thing? Different? How do you know which one is the best choice for any given room or project? This video compares and contrasts the two flooring categories, so you can make smart choices.
When you shop for flooring, the choices can get confusing. We're here to explain the differences between laminate flooring and luxury vinyl flooring. Watch and find out how to make the right choice for your space.
Create a comfy, warm, gender-neutral nursery with just a few easy design touches. Brought to you by HGTV and Shaw Floors.
Update your kitchen with some low-cost fixes that have large impact. Brought to you by HGTV and Shaw Floors.
Watch this busy and active family tackle a living room makeover on Designing Spaces. Tracy Daves, Shaw Floor's Interior Designer, talks about designing a room for the whole family from the floor up.
Watch the redesign of two bedrooms–one teen bedroom and one master bedroom–featuring Shaw Floors on Designing Spaces.
By: Latricia Thomas A local company that's known for its carpet is taking the hardwood flooring world by storm with their engineered product called Epic. When you see Shaw trucks on the Interstate, you might assume they're carrying carpet.Shaw's Vice President of Hard Surface Business Development Scott Sandlin says, We're becoming more than just a carpet company and it gives people a lot of opportunity.
If you're shopping for flooring, or even if you're just interested in home decor and remodeling, you've probably heard of both engineered hardwood and laminate. Are they the same thing? Different? How do you know which one is the best choice for any given room or project? This video compares and contrasts the two flooring categories, so you can make smart choices.
Does your carpet need to stand up to an active family, messy pets, and a high level of chaos? Then you need to be backed by blue. Check out a carpet with LifeGuard spill-proof backing from Shaw Floors.
See the amazing new master bedroom featuring Shaw carpet in this clip from a Love It or List It Vancouver episode. They style featured is Surface Image from the Caress Patterns collection.
Shaw's Anything Goes! Carpet undergoes twice the amount of tests as other carpets under a texture retention warranty. Each carpet must meet a minimum durability rating to prove it will not crush or mat from typical foot traffic. To learn more, visit http://shawfloors.com/About-AG/
Training your pet doesn't happen overnight and accidents can and will happen. Shaw carpet with LifeGuard backing is #WaterProof and a real #GameChanger. This revolutionary backing keeps spills of all kinds above the surface, keeping your home clean, healthy, and worry-free! Check out http://bit.ly/2paVgMR to learn more! Be sure to follow Shaw Floors on social: Facebook: www.Facebook.com/ShawFloors Instagram: @ShawFloors Pinterest: http://www.Pinterest.com/ShawFloors Houzz: http://www.houzz.com/pro/shawfloors/s... Website: http://www.shawfloors.com
When you want on-point style but need incredible performance, look to Bellera. Choose from a variety of styles and colors, with the assurance that each and every Bellera carpet has built-in stain protection and a spillproof backing. No worries. No surprises. Just beautiful, lasting carpet. Be sure to follow Shaw Floors on social: Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/ShawFloors Instagram: @ShawFloors Pinterest: http://www.Pinterest.com/ShawFloors Houzz: http://www.houzz.com/pro/shawfloors/s... Website: http://www.shawfloors.com
