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Choosing between different types of hardwood flooring
Choosing between different types of hardwood flooring

When it comes to choosing wood species and flooring type, homeowners must ensure they invest in the product best suited for their specific needs. Before installing hardwood floors, it is important to

Hardwood Flooring Materials
EPIC Engineered Hardwood
Shaw's EPIC Breakthrough

EPIC Hardwood is harder, denser, greener, & tougher.

EPIC Engineered Hardwood
Solid vs Engineered Hardwood
Solid vs Engineered Hardwood

Hardwood is an easy way to improve the look, durability and value of your home. Learn more about the types of hardwood flooring and what you should take into consideration when choosing this flooring.

Hardwood Construction Basics
EPIC Plus™ Engineered Hardwood
Now Comes EPIC Plus

It's not just hardwood. It's the most durable, impact-resistant hardwood on the market. And we're confident about our claims. Why? Because we analyzed our product through and through.

EPIC Plus With Stabilitek
What you need to know about sustainable flooring
What you need to know about sustainable flooring

There are many benefits - and options - for installing sustainable flooring in your home.

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