Shaw Radcliffe Laminate Flooring

Shaw Laminate Flooring: Information On The Company

Shaw is one of the leading manufacturers of the best laminate flooring treatments available in the market. The company started as a small business back in 1946, when it was called then as Star Dye Company. Events and years turned for the company to be acknowledged as the world's largest carpet providers. Shaw Industries, as the company is now called, has ventured into the flooring business, which proved another successful undertaking as currently it is a full-service flooring company striving to provide high-end flooring products.

Shaw laminate flooring is popular because it practically meets all laminate needs by different individuals. With the innovative construction floorings were treated with, Shaw's flooring applications create a long-lasting, affordable, and beautiful finish. Each laminate is integrated with four layers of material, each boasting of its own, unique purpose, fused together that ensures durability to last long years. The laminates are made up of the following:

The first layer is made of melamine backing, fused to provide structural integrity and moisture barrier.

The second layer is an ultra-dense core board added with the uniquely Shaw's MoistureSeal feature for defense against moisture and structural stability.

The third layer is composed of decor-layer which features natural hardwood finish.

The fourth layer is the melamine wear top which offers tough, beautiful, lasting finish.

Shaw laminate flooring products are made even more unique and a great choice because of the following added features and benefits:

·Shaw SilentStep - exclusive for Shaw only, which is an underlayment feature that provides stability and comfort. It is also the reason why products are resistant against moisture and has noise absorption ability.

·VersaLock - is the latest technology in patented locking system that offers speedy installation process. This feature also allows installation of the flooring without the use of nails or glue.

·TouchableTexture - is a true to life texture innovation which you can see and feel.

The laminates offered by the company are available in three shades, namely: light, medium, and dark. They can be available in different finishes, named as the following:

-beech -maple -oak -red oak -cherry -stone -slate Warranty

Shaw offers warranty coverage on residential applications, ranging from 12 to 25 years. The time period begins from the date of purchase, which the company promises the laminate flooring will not stain; not wear through decorative surface; not fade from artificial light or direct sunlight; and is free of factory defects. Certain conditions apply as to claiming the warranty, and it is important to learn them to qualify for the application.

When claiming the warranty, the company will require valid proof of purchase and detailed description of the defect or damage. A photograph showing the real problem will further make your claim stronger.

The dealer from which you purchased the original laminates may correct the problem. However, in the instance that it cannot do anything about the defect, you will be required to directly contact the company.

If the claim is valid, Shaw may provide the necessary repair or replacement, if warranted. It will cover for the professional labor expenses, as long as period is within the first two years after the original purchase.

If the color of the damaged laminate flooring is no longer available in the company, Shaw will order or authorize the dealer form which the product was acquired to replace it with another product of the same value.