Yes. Shaw Floors offers real hardwood designed for durability, style, and long-term performance. Its selection includes engineered hardwood in a variety of wood species, plank widths, textures, colors, and finishes. The best choice for your home depends on factors such as the room, subfloor, traffic level, desired appearance, and installation requirements.

Yes. Shaw engineered hardwood has a genuine wood veneer on the surface combined with an engineered core. This construction provides the natural appearance and character of real wood while offering greater dimensional stability than traditional solid hardwood when temperature and humidity conditions change.

Solid hardwood is made from a single piece of natural wood, while engineered hardwood uses a real-wood veneer over an engineered core. Engineered construction generally offers greater stability when moisture and temperature levels change and may provide more installation flexibility. Shaw highlights engineered hardwood as an option for applications such as basements and installations where glue-down or floating methods are appropriate.

Shaw Repel is real hardwood featuring water-resistant technology designed to provide additional protection from everyday spills and accidents. Shaw states that hardwood featuring Repel technology is twice as water resistant as traditional hardwood. It can be a useful option for homeowners who want genuine wood flooring with added resistance to common household spills.

Shaw hardwood should not generally be considered waterproof. However, certain products feature Repel water-resistant technology, which Shaw states provides twice the water resistance of traditional hardwood. Spills should still be cleaned promptly, and excessive or prolonged exposure to moisture should be avoided.

Yes, many Shaw engineered hardwood products can be installed over properly prepared concrete. Depending on the particular flooring and subfloor, installation methods may include glue-down, floating, or nail-down applications. Always review the installation instructions for the specific product before beginning the project.

Many Shaw engineered hardwood products may be installed in basements when the required site and moisture conditions are met. Engineered hardwood's dimensional stability generally makes it better suited to below-grade applications than traditional solid wood. Proper moisture testing, subfloor preparation, and compliance with the manufacturer's installation instructions are important.

Depending on the product and subfloor, Shaw hardwood may be nailed, glued, or floated. The appropriate method depends on the flooring construction, installation location, and type of subfloor. Review the installation guidelines for the specific style before choosing an installation method.

Shaw hardwood can be a good choice for homes with pets when properly maintained. Keeping pet nails trimmed, regularly removing dirt and grit, cleaning spills promptly, and using mats and furniture protectors can help reduce scratching and wear. For households where spills are a concern, products featuring Repel technology provide additional water resistance.

Shaw recommends regularly sweeping or vacuuming hardwood floors to remove dirt and grit and using Shaw Hard Surface Cleaner with a dry mop for routine cleaning. Spills should be wiped up promptly. Wet mops, steam mops, harsh chemicals, ammonia, abrasive cleaners, oil-based waxes, and polishes should be avoided.

No. Shaw recommends against using steam mops on hardwood flooring. Excessive moisture and steam may damage or warp wood flooring. Follow the manufacturer's care instructions and use cleaning products approved for your particular floor.

Yes. Shaw hardwood products include manufacturer warranties, but the length and coverage vary by collection and style. Some engineered hardwood products list a 50-Year Shaw Hardwood Limited Residential Warranty. Review the warranty document for the exact product you are considering because coverage, exclusions, and maintenance requirements can vary.

The amount of extra flooring needed depends on the room layout, installation method, and pattern. Shaw's hardwood product calculators for some collections automatically add 15% to the measured square footage to help account for cutting, installation errors, and unforeseen circumstances. Complicated layouts or installation patterns may require additional material.

Prices vary by collection, wood species, construction, plank width, finish, and other product features. When comparing options, consider the complete project cost, including flooring, freight, adhesive or underlayment when required, trim pieces, installation waste, and labor. Comparing the exact Shaw style and color is the best way to determine current pricing.

You can buy Shaw hardwood flooring from American Carpet Wholesalers through our webstore at www.carpet-wholesale.com or call us at 800-548-2706 and one of our sales representatives can answer questions and take your order by phone. You can also visit our showroom at 2317 Chattanooga Rd. Dalton, GA 30720 to view a large selection of flooring products.