Avaire's floating porcelain tile system finally gives the "Do it Yourself" installer another option for hard surface flooring; Porcelain tile, for almost any application!  Flooring Market is proud to supply and ship Avaire flooring Nationwide.

Features
Avaire is a modular, floating porcelain tile flooring system designed to enable the installer to achieve professional results quickly and cost effectively. Each Avaire tile consists of a High Quality Porcelain Tile permanently bonded to an Interlocking Tray with a Rubberized Base.

It's the perfect solution for your:
Kitchen
Dining Room
Foyer
Bathroom
Living Area
Home Office
Three-Season Room
And More.

Real Porcelain
Our stunning porcelain tiles are designed utilizing the most advanced screening technologies available on the market today. The result? You get a high fidelity, natural looking stone, at remarkable prices.

Real Fast
Our unique installation system floats — it is not fixed to the subfloor. That means that you don't have to purchase extra products such as thinset or backer board. And unlike traditional tiles, you can grout the same day, which significantly reduces installation time and allows you to use your floor much faster.

Real Easy
Our tiles are less moisture-absorbent than traditional tile which makes them much easier to clean. And since Avaire is a floating floor and not fixed to a subfloor, a single tile can easily be replaced as opposed to traditional tile, which is far more difficult and expensive to repair.

Less Waste:
•Fewer natural resources consumed compared to traditional 2 - 3 core products vs. 5 - 8 core products
•No discarding of existing floor and dumping into landfills, Avaire installs over it
Healthier Air:
•No dust generated from mixing adhesives, grout and thin sets
•No dust generated removing old floors
•Tile is easy to clean and inherently hygienic vs. carpets/rugs
Life Cycle:
•Life cycle maintenance costs for Avaire are significantly lower than traditionally installed tile because it is not adhered

*Avaire Flexible Grout is required for this floating floor system because the floor is subject to some movement, and is sold separately.  View the entire Avaire floating porcelain tile system in several size and color options on www.FlooringMarket.com.

IndusParquet is the premier manufacturer of solid and engineered hardwood flooring in Brazil. Offering dozens of wood species and styles, the value, quality, and beauty of IndusParquet is second to none. Flooringmarket.com is excited to partner with IndusParquet, the former manufacturer of BR-111 hardwood.

View the entire IndusParquet line here.

Shaw SW186 Grand Canyon hardwood is featured in House Beautiful's Kitchen of the Year project. Grand Canyon is a beautiful 8" wide solid hand-scraped with a butcher block construction.

All Shaw Hardwood flooring is available at www.flooringmarket.com at wholesale pricing. 

View Shaw Grand Canyon hardwood.

Read more about the Kitchen of the Year.

  

    Flooring Market  is proud to now offer The Restoration Collection by Mannington Laminate.  The Restoration collection is available in either a Historic Oak or a Black Forest Oak, seven different color options to choose from total.  With a 25 year warranty, this micro-beveled floating laminate is a great choice for your home or business, made for you by an outstanding company, brought to you by Flooring Market.

   Mannington laminate floors provide beauty, performance, and environmental advantages that you won't find anywhere else. Made with over 74% recycled content, and installed without any glues or adhesives, Mannington Laminate is the only laminate floor to hold FloorScore certification. Because at Mannington, we firmly believe that Actions Speak.

COLOR OPTIONS

Black Forest Oak: Antiqued, Weathered, Stained, and Fumed 

Black Forest Oak combines the rich grain of oak with the deep, yet subtle, character of wirebrushing for a naturally chic look. 

Historic Oak: Ash, Timber, and Charcoal

Historic Oak possesses all the character and depth of a reclaimed wood floor with realistic saw marks and nail holes, providing a one-of-a-kind rustic feel.  


    Flooring Market carries Mannington laminate because it offers our customers the natural look of wood without the maintenance, up to 5x more scratch resistance than hardwood, and it is more affordable for those who do not have hardwood flooring in their budgets.  

   We say choose the laminate flooring that is rigorously tested, proven by a third-party facility and guaranteed to be of the highest quality. But we don’t expect you to take our word for it. That’s why we look for the North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) Certification Seal.
   The Certification Seal proves that Mannington floors passed 10 very demanding performance tests. In addition, Mannington floors comply with all CARB (California Air Resource Board) requirements.  Mannington offers some of the industry’s best quality laminate flooring available. Not because we say so, but because the NALFA Certification Seal proves it.

  For more information visit Flooring Market today! View the all new Restoration Collection from Mannington laminate, where we are committed to providing outstanding customer service and the highest quality flooring products to professionals across the U.S.A. and around the world.
 

     If you haven't been on Flooring Market's website recently, take a look today!  With a familiar look for returning customers, it now offers even more products than before and at the lowest prices ever offered.  Flooring Market's new website allows customers to navigate easily through all of it's brand name, top of the line, first quality products; all of which include the full manufacturer's warranty with every purchase.
    
    Flooring Market is committed to providing outstanding customer service and the highest quality flooring products to professionals across the U.S.A. and around the World.  Based in Rochelle, IL Flooring Market provides service to contractors, retailers, property management companies, commercial facilities and homeowners. 
    
    Whether it's one hotel project, a chain of restaurants or supplying apartment communities across the Nation, Flooring Market is the professional choice for flooring products. Flooring Market offers thousands of flooring products and quick shipping for your projects.  The staff at Flooring Market are experts at supplying and shipping products to your locations with lower costs and great service. FloorLife.com and our related companies have supplied millions of square feet of flooring products to clients across North America and Internationally.

    Flooring Market is proud to carry Mannington, Metroflor (Konecto), Shaw, QuickStep, Norstone, Anderson, Avaire, Triangulo, Congoleum and many, many more.  Offering lower prices than ever before, now is the time to shop Flooring Market.  Visit the all new website today at FlooringMarket.com! 
    

    
    Flooring Market is proud to carry Quick Step laminate flooring, we are also excited to announce that the new Quick Step Veresque collection WON the Floor Covering Weekly's 2011 Dealer's Choice Award in the laminate category!  In January 2011 over 1,000 Dealers voted out of a total of 42 products shown at the annual Surfaces Convention in Las Vegas, NV.  
    Dealers voted for the best products, the Quick Step Veresque Collection beat out the competition with its beautiful furniture finish and Genuedge technology.  Flooring Market is thrilled to offer the Veresque collection by Quick Step to our customers, and with Quick Step, would like to thank everyone for their support.


    
Quick Step Veresque

    Length: 47 1/4"SML 3-Optic - planks come in three lengths 
    Width: 4 7/8"
    Thickness: 5/16" (8 mm)
    Material: Laminate
    Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty.

AC3 - Flooring is durable enough for general home use in all traffic areas, and can be used in a professional setting with light foot traffic.

Gloss / Furniture Finish: Smooth finishes with either a high-gloss polish or lacquered furniture sheen.
Rolled Bevel Featuring new GenuEdge™ Technology, the surface design and color “roll over” the edge creating the industry’s most realistic plank look.
Natural Variation: Each design features 12 different wood patterns.
SML 3-OPTIC: Planks come in three lengths; small, medium and large.

    To view the entire collection of the Quick Step Veresque collection visit www.FlooringMarket.com - HUGE summer savings going on now!  To view our Lowest Prices Ever listed, visit Flooring Market's Quick Step Veresque's page and act now.  These prices are available for a limited time only.  Flooring Market is happy to assist you with any questions that you might have, call 1-877-357-9663 to speak with one of our knowledgeable and experienced sales staff today! 

   Finally, a safe and effective multipurpose cleaner you can feel good about using. BIO GREEN CLEAN introduces a natural way to clean your home easily and effectively without toxic chemicals! Created from plant derived goodness, including leafy green vegetables, edible seeds and seed bearing plants, it is strong enough to tackle the most demanding jobs, while gentle enough that it won’t harm you or your loved ones.
   For more information about BioGreenClean or to place an order today, visit www.floorlife.com, www.flooringmarket.com, or call 1-877-357-9663. 


                                                                            

   Konecto vinyl is now better than ever!  Upgrades include wider adhesive strips and a fiberglass enhanced core to prevent edge curling.  Konecto  offers a variety of different collections and colors to choose from and is perfect for your commercial or residential application.  For questions and pricing on Konecto vinyl plank flooring call Flooring Market today at 1-877-357-9663. 

   

 Norstone Rock Paneling adds warmth and texture to any room!  To view the entire collection visit http://www.floorlife.com/_e/Norstone/product/Norstone/Norstone_Stacked_Stone.htm  Norstone rock paneling comes in a variety of colors and can be used for indoor and outdoor applications!
  For more information call Floor Life and Flooring Market at 1-877-357-9663 today!

This project is really MINT. When you need adhesive to install 500,000 pennies on the floor of a new restaurant who do you call? Us of course!

We supplied Laticrete 300 epoxy adhesive for the installation of the pennies at the new Lincoln Restaurant in Washington, DC.

Latapoxy 300 Adhesive is a chemical resistant, epoxy adhesive that will bond to most sound, clean surfaces. Latapoxy 300 Adhesive can be used in wet or dry applications, inside or outside.

We had the pleasure of working with the great artists at O'Neill Studios  on this project. They are based in Kensington, MD. Check out their website to see some awesome work.

This ia a great project to be involved with and we wish them all the best.

See more of our products at www.floorlife.com and www.flooringmarket.com

  Konecto  represents the newest generation of high quality resilient wood and tile look flooring.  With an innovative lock-connect technology, Konecto floors are easy to install, and equally simple to replace if ever necessary.  Konecto  ... the easy path to a beautiful new floor.  Please read below for helpful Konecto  install tips!

1. Tools needed:
• Straight Edge
• Square
• Utility Knife
• Linoleum Hand Roller
• 100 pound roller

 

2.  Sub Floor Prep:

• Must be Sound, Solid, and have little Flexibility
• Water not an issue…Konecto is water proof Fill large cracks (1/4” or larger) with high quality cementitous patch
• Do not go over carpet or soft cushioned Vinyl.

 

3. Installation:

• Start in left corner of longest wall
• Position 1st plank with under lip facing out.
• Measure wall to make sure that last plank is longer than 12 inches
• Stagger first three courses so that end joints do not line up.
• Always place cut end of joint next to wall.
• Never place plank with cut end in the middle of a course.
• Use hand roller to reinforce bond of joints as you join the planks
• Finish job with 100 pound roller

 

4. Tips:

• If end joints appear to be curled when removed from carton simply reverse roll them and place onto lower lip of adjoining plank and roll with hand roller
• If some Konecto adhesive seems less tacky, warm with heat gun and install.
• Job site must be at least 65 degrees or warmer.
• Material should never sit in vehicle over night during the winter time without properly acclimating material before install, preferably 48 hours.

  For information and pricing on Konecto vinyl flooring please visit www.FlooringMarket.com and call 1-877-357-9663 to speak to a sales representative today!

Norstone Stacked Stone Veneer Wall Cladding

Natural stone has a richness of texture and colour that adds a sense of timeless elegance to any indoor or outdoor living space. Guaranteeing durability and versatility, natural stone products can be used to create an integrated look of enduring style. If you seek the appealing, three-dimensional look of stacked stone, look no further than Norstone Rock Panels, a natural stone cladding system which is ideal for feature walls, pool surrounds, courtyards and entertainment areas. Equally well suited for indoor use, these stacked stone panels are also perfect for the creation of water features, especially when illuminated to highlight the colour variations. Rock Panels are available in a selection of textures and four primary colours: the rustic, rugged appeal of Ochre; the cool, subdued tones of Charcoal; the sleek, contemporary styling of White Quartz; and the warm, mellow hues of Ivory. Handmade from select pieces of cut natural stone, each panel is unique in colour and design. And as they come in modular form, they are quick and easy to install on most structurally sound surfaces. Beautifully textured with just a hint of roughness, these natural stone Rock Panels can be used to create innovative designs for any residential or commercial application. With their clean, simple and aesthetically pleasing lines, Norstone Rock Panels can transform a plain, uninspiring wall into a stunning feature wall, providing the simple yet defined geometry of a traditional stacked stone wall.

Description    + Made from natural stone - Quartzite based sedimentary stone    + 4 colours-Charcoal, Ochre Blend, Ivory and White Quartz    + Creates a 3 dimensional stacked stone veneer look    + Sold by the box or crate only Applications    + Interior or exterior-compliments stainless steel, glass or timber    + Ideal for water features, also around pools and spas    + Residential - feature walls, in kitchens or bathrooms    + Commercial - office, shop, bar or café / restaurant fit outs Installation    + Suitable for cladding a brick, block or precast concrete wall    + Use 19 mm (3/4") compressed fibrous cement board on timber stud wall    + Cost effective and easy to install, grouting is not required    + Use recommended tile adhesive, especially for wet areas Specifications    + Metric 610 mm x 152 mm x 15-35 mm thick    + 4 panels per box - 21 kgs    + 11 panels per square metre    + 17.5 square metres per crate - 1000 kgs    + Imperial 24" x 6" x 3/4" - 1 1/2" thick    + 4 panels per box - 44 lbs    + 1 panel = 1 square foot - 11 lbs    + 192 square feet per crate - 1 ton Colours currently available    + Charcoal    + Ochre Blend    + White Quartz    + Ivory Quartz

                                              



 If you would like pricing and availability on the Norstone please contact Flooring Market at 1-877-357-9663.

  "Architecturally specified and endorsed by professional tile and stone contractors from all four corners of the globe, LATICRETE

® installation products have found another permanent address “Deep in the Heart” of Texas.  HKS Sports & Entertainment Group, a division of HKS Inc., considered quality backed by peace of mind and included LATICRETE  in the materials specification at the ambitious new pro football stadium in Arlington for the Dallas Cowboys."
  Check out this week's Laticrete project spotlight here .


 
Visit www.Floorlife.com today to view the entire line Laticrete has to offer.

 

The LATICRETE Product Information App is an industry-first, full-service jobsite reference tool. Whether you are a professional contractor, distributor, dealer or do-it-yourselfer you will find this application to be a welcome addition to your tool kit! Now available for Android^™!

To view the entire line of Laticrete please visit www.Floorlife.com

Customize a room in your home with the Design a Room feature at Quickstep.com  

This virtual room designer tool allows you to imagine the many possibilities of how Quick Step laminates will look in your home.  Simply select the type of room, the type of floor, and then select your wall color.  Watch as your design comes to life right in front of you.  What are you waiting for? Imagine it! 

Try it today at http://us.quick-step.com/imagineit/



For the lowest prices on Quick Step Flooring visit www.flooringmarket.com today!

UPSCALE BEAUTY WITH REAL WOOD AND STONE CHARACTERISTICS. EASY TO INSTALL AND VIBRANTLY REALISTIC. IT IS PERFECT FOR ANY ROOM.  Armstrong Laminate features the most realistic looking laminate flooring. Achieve the look of rustic, hand scraped wood or stylish exotic wood at a more affordable price point with Armstrong Laminate flooring . Laminate flooring can also capture the look of stone and ceramic. Not only does laminate flooring affordably imitate the look of natural wood and stone, but is durable and long-wearing. Most Armstrong laminate floors carry a 30 year residential warranty.             Go ahead. Look closer. Beauty like this demands a second glance. And Armstrong® laminate flooring maintains the illusion, even up close.  It’s all there: the subtle color variations, the distinctive grain, the authentic texture. We’ve captured the dramatic beauty and design sophistication of the finest natural hardwood, ceramic and stone. All that’s missing is the premium price tag. The beauty of an Armstrong laminate floor is no fleeting mirage. It’s as durable as it is captivating, standing up to the punishment of children, pets and everyday life with the promise of the industry’s best warranty. Armstrong Laminate Flooring . It only looks like the real thing. Distinctive grain. Authentic texture. Realistic looks create the dramatic beauty and design sophistication found in Armstrong laminate floor collection. Durable, affordable and can be installed anywhere in the home - thats the real beauty of Armstrong laminate floors. Laminate allows you to get the look and feel of rare, exotic wood or expensive stone at a fraction of the cost, with no natural material drawbacks. Its uncanny ability to visually replicate the look of wood, stone, brick and ceramic is possible due to highly detailed photography of the genuine material. The image is coupled with advanced embossing that adds realistic texture to the floor surface. Where Can I Use Laminate? Laminate can be used in any room of the house, below, on or above grade level. Laminate floors do have some sensitivity to excessive moisture, so if you plan on using laminate in a bathroom, you’ll need to take special precautions. Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Rating [on a scale of 1 to 5; 1 is easiest] 2: Requires more patience than skill Easy installation is one of laminate floorings prime attributes. Its an "interlocking floating" floor, which means the floor tiles or planks attach to each other rather than to the subfloor. They attach via a tongue-and-groove, glueless system that makes it possible to install a laminate floor over virtually any existing floor (except high-pile carpet.)  While a floating floor eliminates the need to prep a subfloor, it does require the use of an underlayment. Underlayments provide protection against warping from moisture beneath, particularly if youre installing the floor over concrete. Underlayments also reduce or eliminate "hollow" sounds generated from traffic on the floor. Keep in Mind:  Some laminate floors come with underlayment attached to the floor. However a "rolled out" underlayment provides greater sound absorption and moisture protection than laminate floors with attached underlayments. For extra moisture protection in bathrooms and near kitchen sinks, youll need to seal around the perimeter of the floor with caulk or sealant. Bathroom installations should also use a glued seam (not floating) installation method to prevent water from seeping between the seams. Visit www.flooringmarket.com to view the entire collection of Armstrong Laminate Flooring!

Grab-Tak

Metroflor , the company that took the resilient floor market to another level with Konecto, the first floating luxury vinyl tile (LVT), is rolling out the latest in innovative installation solutions. The system is called Grab-Tak and is exclusive to Metroflor, specifically its Solidity Ceramic line.

The thought behind Solidity Ceramic with Grab-Tak is simple: a resilient vinyl tile with a professional-grade adhesive pre-attached to its back. Yes, the concept is similar to the peel-and-stick tiles, but Solidity Ceramic with Grab-Tak is a different product in many ways. Grab-Tak is 3mm thick–50% greater than traditional self-stick vinyl tiles. Metroflor also uses a professional-grade adhesive with a stronger tack that, once applied, Grab-Tak will adhere securely to the subfloor. Since this high grade adhesive is already attached to the back; there is no need to purchase costly adhesives separately and there is no traditional installation required such as spreading, setting time, and etc with this product. Saving time and money on any flooring project. And with a ceramic finish embedded into the wearlayer there is no need to apply a new finish like other flooring products that only have a topcoat, which wears off over time.


      
View the entire collection and more color choices at
http://www.flooringmarket.com/vinyl/grab-tak/

Easy to Install

NO GLUE REQUIRED! Grab-Tak innovative backing adheres directly and securely to your existing flooring or sub-surface. Now you can avoid the mess and expense of extra adhesives.

Less Expensive

With Grab-Tak you don't need all the tools, adhesive, and professional installer fees that are required with traditional ceramic. Your savings could be several hundred dollars.

Beautiful and Durable

Grab-Tak Resilient Ceramic Tile features deep, natural textures and designs so realistic its better than traditional ceramic. Plus, Metroflors time-tested ceramic bead finish provides a touch-as-nails topcoat that resists scratches, dents and damage.

Flexible and Forgiving

Grab-Tak flexibility makes it easy to handle during installation, and allows you to hide most imperfections on the floor or sub-floor.

Easy on Feet and Ears

Grab-Tak is a resilient product, which makes it more comfortable to walk or stand on than traditional ceramic. It also features a softer surface which dampens sound.

Versatile

Like the grout look? Grab-Tak is the resilient tile that work with grout if you prefer, or you can butt the tiles up next to each other to achieve the solid floor look.

Adura has a Lock on Innovation.

Flooring Market is now featuring Mannington Adura LockSolid Technology - the latest innovation in floating floors!  Floating luxury vinyl planks have become increasingly popular over the past few years.  Following up the successful Adura LocNgo product line, Mannington  is excited to introduce Adura with LockSolid Technology.  This product features a locking system that easily and securely "locks" together similar to installation systems found in the laminate industry.

Beauty and performance meet ease of installation

-The best performing floating luxury vinyl plank

-Simple and easy "click together" technology

-Unparalleled joint strength

-Waterproof product

-No adhesive required


  For more information please visit www.flooringmarket.com or call one of our knowledgeable sales staff today at 1-877-357-9663.

Advantages of Mannington Hardwood

Still the Flooring with Worlds of Elegance

For warmth and charm, nothing surpasses the beauty of wood floors and their exceptional beauty makes them easy to live with. Manningtons  7-step UltraWear® Plus finish with ScratchResist™ adds a durable surface that never requires waxing or refinishing and provides greater resistance to everyday household scratches. Of course, their UltraWear® Plus finish also makes our floors easy to maintain.

The finest hardwoods.

Mannington uses only premium select wood species for our top face and 100% North American hardwoods for our inner plies for beauty and durability that shows.

Amazing strength.

Their 5-ply, cross-grain construction makes every Mannington Hardwood Floor far stronger than a single, solid piece of wood. Mannington warrant they wont warp or buckle.

CLICK HERE FOR FULL MANNINGTON WARRANTY 

Introducing ScratchResist™. Unbeatable Durability.

Manningtons 7-step UltraWear® Plus finish with ScratchResist™ is a polyurethane/aluminum oxide finish that provides unsurpassed protection against normal wear. Each UltraWear® Plus step is an ultraviolet cured process they pioneered. It gives their solvent-free finishes wear-and-scuff-resistance along with depth and clarity you just cant get any other way. Waxing? Polishing? Forget it! ScratchResist™ helps to protect against fine scratches that dull the finish of wood floors. Now available on all Mannington Wood Floors.

Click here for more information on ScratchResist™

Universal installation.

Most Mannington Wood Floors are made to be installed virtually anywhere. On, above, or below ground level. In kitchens, basements, attics-places where ordinary solid wood floors cant survive.

Precise fit.

Manningtons UltraFit™ tongue & groove system is precision engineered using diamond-tip tooling. That means you get a uniform and stable fit whether you glue, staple, nail, or float your installation.

Easy care.

Along with exceptional durability, Manningtons  UltraWear® polyurethane finish delivers long-term protection against normal wear and scuffs. Just follow simple maintenance techniques like regularly sweeping or vacuuming, cleaning spills promptly, and strategically placing mats, rugs, and casters. No damp mopping is required.

Planet-friendly manufacturing.

It takes more than twice as many trees to produce a traditional solid wood floor as it does to produce one of Manningtons. Plus they use water-based stains and finishes that dont contain harsh solvents, and their adhesive system is formaldehyde-free.

Check out this cool flooring from the UK!

A whisky cask, once it has reached the end of its natural life, normally ends up adorning a garden lawn or, worse, at the foot of a landfill.

Now however there is a new more worthy final destination for the humble cask once it has matured its last drop of whisky thanks to the efforts of a Glasgow-based flooring firm.......

Read more at http://whisky.scotsman.com

For great flooring deals visit us at www.flooringmarket.com

Konecto

Konecto vinyl flooring is a product of Metroflor. All of Metroflor floors  are made from high quality components and regard for easy maintenance and affordability. Metroflor manufactures Konecto vinyl products according to the latest international standards and quality assurance based on the ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and ISO 9002. From start to finish Metroflor/Konecto are making sure their flooring is the highest of quality every step of the way.

Metroflor/Konecto are implementing recycled vinyl when possible in their product lines and taking an initiative to preserve our environment.

Installation

--Waterproof, Flexible, No Adhesive Required.

3 Step Easy Installation:

1. Position Konecto Vinyl Planks or Konecto Vinyl Tile

2. Place strips together and press into place

3. Measure, Score, Snap to Trim

Maintenance

Easy to maintain no wax floors that are highly resistant to most household chemicals and stains. Konecto Vinyl is built to perform and provide carefree enjoyment up to 25 years for residential and 10 years for commercial applications.

CLICK HERE for Maintenance Instructions for all Konecto Vinyl Flooring Collections

Warranty

Konecto Vinyl Flooring is built to perform and is backed by MetroflorUSA / KonectoUSAs comprehensive warranty.

Made in U.S.A. - Order while supplies last!

15-Year Limited Residential Warranty - Wear, Stain, Fade, and Moisture Resistance

Lifetime Structural Integrity Guarantee



VersaLock® AG™: This laminate is constructed using Shaws patented locking technology that reliably secures the flooring panels on all four sides without adhesive.

EnviroCore™: This product is made with a high density fiber core derived from recycled wood fiber, which means fewer trees are used with less waste.




FREE With Purchase :
Receive One Sq. Ft. of Suppressor Padding for each Sq. Ft. of SLP47  Purchased.
Suppressor Padding is flexible closed-cell polyolefin foam that is crosslinked by means of a unique electron irradiation process. This results in a continuous surface material with a fine cell structure and excellent mechanical properties.

• Good mechanical properties at low densities
• Low water absorption and vapor transmission
• Excellent thermal insulation
• Excellent chemical resistance
• Smooth aesthetically pleasing surface
  

Impact Insulation Classification (IIC): 58dB

Sound Transmission Classification (STC): 54dB

Visit www.flooringmarket.com to place your order or call 1-877-357-9663 to speak to one of our sales representatives today!

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Sports Floor

Uses for Training Ground
Training Ground tiles are perfect for use in many different fitness and home applications. They are just as effective under free weight training equipment and weight machines, as they are for use under aerobic equipment like stationary bikes and elliptical runners. Training Ground is also ideal for heavy bag training areas or exercise and stretching spaces.

Training Ground with Nike Grind is ideal for use in other locations besides your home gym. Its durability makes it idea for multiple locations and uses, from work bench and hobby areas, to under washers and dryers, and kids play spaces. Install it in your laundry room, jazz up your son or daughter’s playroom, or use it as a mat to prevent wear and tear in your home entry way.

Training Ground  is a perfect fit for any of these locations:
• Laundry Rooms
• Basements
• Recreation Rooms
• Mud Rooms                                                                   
• Entry Ways
• Work Areas
• Children’s Play Areas

Remember that Training Ground is for INDOOR use only!

Discover Training Ground with Nike Grind
Beef up your home workout space with the best brand in the business – Training Ground with Nike Grind!

Nike , the top brand in the athletic equipment and apparel, has joined forces with ECORE, the top brand in professional grade fitness flooring, to develop Training Ground with Nike Grind, for use in homes.

Engineered to protect hard surface floors in high use areas such as home gyms, workout areas and utility spaces, Training Ground with Nike Grind is a resilient, interlocking tile system for the quality conscious and environmentally aware. Colorful Nike Grind flecks give Training Ground tiles a high tech appearance perfect for any home gym.

Because of the wonderful variety of colors in which Nike footwear is offered, you will notice variation in flecks (that are made from Nike Grind) dispersed throughout Training Ground tiles . No two tiles will be exactly the same and no two cartons of tiles will be identically matched. It’s all part of what makes Training Ground unique!

Training Ground tiles are made in the U.S.A. using recycled materials: approximately 65 percent finely refined post-consumer tire rubber and 25 percent pre-consumer Nike Grind rubber. The professional-grade interlocking tile system is easy to install, with no adhesives needed!



Each package of Training Ground includes nine 2’ x 2’ x 6mm tiles, enough to cover 36 square feet. Training Ground’s slip resistant interlocking tiles will keep weight training and aerobic equipment in place during workouts, and provides cushioned comfort underfoot for intense training sessions. For the best visual effect, when you are installing multiple boxes of Training Ground in the same location, randomly mix tiles from all boxes. This will help avoid pattern inconsistencies and create a great looking custom floor for your work out area!

Training Ground’s unique modular design allows for custom fitting in any location. Unlike some fitness flooring tiles that lock you into limited sizes and restrict where you can use them with pre-made corners and borders, Training Ground lets you create an endless array of shapes and patterns to suit your needs. Purchase multiple boxes to cover larger spaces.

And if you are looking for that finished look, simply trim Training Ground’s interlocking tabs to create a smooth finished look on edges and corners. It’s easy!

Training Ground  is also built to last with a superior construction that will allow for a lifetime of use. The precision cut interlocking joints are engineered for toughness and will not pull apart.

CLICK HERE FOR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Training Ground’s unique modular design allows for custom fitting in any location. Unlike some fitness flooring tiles that lock you into limited sizes and restrict where you can use them with pre-made corners and borders, Training Ground lets you create an endless array of shapes and patterns to suit your needs. Purchase multiple boxes to cover larger spaces.

To create a more finished look, simply trim Training Ground’s interlocking tabs to create a smooth edge on sides and corners. It’s easy!  Trim the interlocking tabs from the mat using a sharp utility knife and a metal straight edge. Whenever using a utility knife, use precautions to avoid injuries.

 

Mannington  Selections Bring you Beauty From the World Over

Imagine adding the character of Distressed Heart Pine, an Antique Barn Oak, or the elegance of slate, stone or travertine to your home. With Manningtons  latest proprietary process, NatureForm Optix™, that combines the beauty of nature with the latest advances in printing, texturing and finishing, creating unparalleled realism and the most realistic laminate flooring ever.

Natural beauty.

Mannington used their expertise at making hardwood floors to create laminates in the wood styles and tones people prefer most. Mannington  even went a step further by pioneering a proprietary process of printing, texturing and finishing that captures original source materials like natural stone and wood with exceptional crispness and depth of color, found in both their Revolutions™ Tile and Plank collections.

Unbeatable durability.

Typical high-pressure laminate floors use glue to hold the plastic laminate to the core - glue that can sometimes come unstuck. But Manningtons  ThermoComposite™ technology lets them replace the glue with thermal-set plastic resins that are forced through three surface layers and deep into the fibers of their EcoCore®. No peeling here! This EcoCore®, made from recycled wood materials, is a super-strong, high-density fiberboard that withstands denting-even from the heaviest piano.

Wear and stain resistance.

Manningtons melamine surface gets its incredible durability from aluminum oxide. Second only to diamonds in hardness, aluminum oxide provides unsurpassed wear and stain resistance. Many of their patterns also feature a built-in finish that improves your floors resistance to every-day wear-n-tear and helps make clean-up a snap.

Little maintenance.

No floor comes closer to true maintenance-free performance. Ordinary vacuuming or sweeping is usually all it takes, with occasional wiping with Mannington Award Series® Cleaner.

Oops-proof performance.

Spills happen, but laminate floors take them in stride. Juice, wine, grease, and chocolate are easily wiped away. Cigarette burns, asphalt, shoe polish, paint, ink, crayon, and nail polish come clean with alcohol or nail polish remover. Candle wax and chewing gum can be gently scraped away.

Easy installation.

Manningtons laminate flooring is designed to be laid as a "floating floor" above your existing floor (except carpeting, of course) without nails or glue. The only glue ever used is between the planks in the joints, which fit tightly together with a precise tongue and groove design. Mannington  Hush™, AquaBarrier™ and ComfortBarrier® underlayments are very easy to install and keep out moisture rising from the subfloor, provide padding for walking comfort, add heat insulation, and dampen noise. And, Mannington  offers a complete package of trims and moldings manufactured to match and enhance the appearance of your floor.

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Bruce Hardwood Flooring

 Real Hardwood, Enduring Beauty

* Luxurious hardwood at an affordable price.

* Offers range from traditional species to exotic foreign woods.

* Beautiful, yet practical and durable.

Hardwood floors  provide warmth and beauty to your home. There are many other benefits of hardwood floors as well, such as the value they add to your home, easy care and cleaning, great style coupled with durability and as always, theyre natural and safe for the environment. Give your room a makeover with Bruce Hardwood flooring !

• Appearance Improves with Age
  Hardwood improves with age because it acquires a desirable patina over time.

• Long Lasting
  Hardwood is among the longest lasting of all flooring types.

• Great Investment
  Although hardwood can initially cost more than some other flooring options, its an investment that pays off, increasing the value of your home.

• Can Be Recoated
  All hardwood can be recoated, allowing you to refresh your floor to its original look.

• Easy Care & Maintenance
  Hardwood is as easy to care for as most other floors –waxing is not necessary for urethane finishes.

What is Hardwood?    

Solid Solid wood is just that – one piece that is milled from lumber. It comes in a variety of widths, from 2-1/4" to 5" wide. It also comes in different thicknesses: 3/4" is standard, but you can also find "thin profile" solid that is 5/16" thick. Keep In Mind:
	Moisture and extreme temperature changes can cause solid wood to shrink and expand, potentially causing gaps between boards during colder or dryer seasons. 5/16" thin profile solid wood can be installed directly over concrete; 3/4" cant. All solid hardwood can be sanded and refinished if needed (required every 15-20 years). All urethane coated floors can be recoated as needed to renew the surface of the floor. This is more economical than sanding and refinishing.

Engineered Engineered wood is real wood, but instead of one solid piece it consists of three to 10 thin layers of wood, called plies, that are assembled and glued in a cross-ply construction. The top layer of wood can range from 1/16" to 1/6" thick. Overall board thickness ranges from 1/4" to 3/4". Due to its multi-ply structure, engineered wood is much more stable than solid wood and is less susceptible to shrinking and expanding with changes in temperatures and humidity. Keep In Mind:
	Engineered wood can be installed directly over concrete and can also be installed below ground level. Engineered wood with a top layer thinner than 1/10" cannot be refinished; however, it can be recoated to renew the surface of the floor.

Warranty: Residential Application

Bruce hardwood floors are protected by state-of-the-art finishes designed to preserve their natural wood beauty for years. If your active family is tough on floors, select our BEST high-performance finish that offers warranty protection for up to 25 years. Select BEST products feature Bruce Permion® finish for an even higher level of protection. Permion is so tough, it’s approved for the punishing demands of commercial application.

In less severe traffic and wear environments, the quality-crafted durability of Bruce hardwood floors protected by our BETTER rated 15- and 10-year finish will provide all the performance protection you need.

Warranty: Commercial Application

Bruce's high-performance Permion finish is engineered to meet the punishing traffic wear demands of commercial applications. Permion finish products feature a 3-year Finish Warranty in Commercial applications and a 25-year Finish Warranty in Residential applications.

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Hardwood Species    

Species influences appearance. Traditional oak has pronounced variations in grain and shade, while maples grain is cleaner and more understated. Today, there are many exotic hardwood species available, such as lapacho, tigerwood, and Brazilian cherry, that have a distinctive combination of origin, color and surface characteristics.

Keep In Mind:

Different hardwood species have different hardnesses that affect durability. If your floor is likely to take a lot of abuse, consider oak, maple, ash or Brazilian cherry for extra resistance to indentation.

 

Traditional Species – Natural color with no stain
Ash	Birch	Cherry	Maple	Oak	Pecan	Walnut
Exotic Species – Natural color with no stain
Merbau	Kona	Jatoba	Pradoo	Kempass	Brazilian	Cabreuva
					Cherry

 

Many species of hardwood change color over time, after exposure to sunlight. The degree of change depends upon the species of the wood: for example, cherry changes color quickly and dramatically when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. 

Style & Texture   

Whether your taste is rustic, traditional or contemporary, todays hardwood flooring manufacturers offer a wide variety of styles and surface textures to meet your needs.

Before making your final selection, explore the many looks available from a smooth surface that provides a sleek, sophisticated more contemporary look, to a hand-scraped surface that creates a more rustic and casual look.

 

Exotic	Handscraped	Color Washed	Distressed

 

Gloss  

The gloss level of hardwood flooring does not affect its durability or performance, so your choice of high gloss or low gloss is a matter of personal preference.

Low gloss floors tend to hide the appearance of minor surface scratches that occur over time. Conversely, higher gloss floors can make scratches look more obvious.

 

 Metroflor/Konecto Hybrid brings the next generation to flooring products by combining the benefits of wood, laminate, and resilient flooring. Metroflor/Konecto fuses a highly durable resilient top layer to a high density fiberboard. Hybrid  offers the latest technology in high performance flooring at an affordable price creating an incredible value. The product will give many years of sustainable performance and durability with some of the most beautiful styles in the industry.

• Quiet, Warm, and Comfortable Underfoot
• Environmentally Responsible and Sustainable
• No Adhesives Required
• Durable for Residential and Most Commercial Applications
• No Wax Easy Maintenance
• 25-Year Residential Limited Warranty & 7-Year Commercial Limited Warranty
  
                 Hybrid Acacia Koa - 7 1/2 Inch
  
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Worlds Best All Natural Cleaner

WHY BIO GREEN CLEAN?

Consumers are beginning to demand safer, more natural alternatives to many of the harsh chemical cleaners that have dominated the marketplace in the past. Bio Green Clean is the first, heavy-duty, all-natural multi-purpose cleaner that actually outperforms every other competitive product, conventional and natural cleaning products, alike. Bio Green Clean is tough enough to take on the kitchen, bathroom, grimy grills and virtually any cleaning challenge, yet gentle enough for babies toys. Bio Green Cleans results are quite compelling.

Bio Green Clean contains no harmful chemical solvents, petroleum products, bleach, hydrogen peroxide, fragrances or perfumes. 100% eco-friendly! 100% effective!

Bio Green Clean is the product you have been waiting for. Try Bio Green Clean today!

Unearth a true clean that is safe, sustainable and in step with nature. Best of all, it works hard so you do not have to!

At BIO GREEN CLEAN, they believe chemical-free living starts at home and then extends to the world around us. That is why they have developed a revolutionary cleaner to easily, precisely and safely break down and eliminate dirt without harming you or the environment.

Most people do not realize this, but some cleaners that are labeled as "natural" actually contain harmful ingredients that leave toxic residue behind. BIO GREEN CLEAN is tough on dirt and grime, but easy on the planet. Unlike other so called "natural" cleaners, BIO GREEN CLEAN is made with 100% pure ingredients including amino acids, minerals, leafy green vegetables, edible seeds and seed-bearing plants.

Ingredients

Made with purified water, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and other ingredients derived from leafy green vegetables, edible seeds and seed-bearing plants, its the first cleaning product of its kind to utilize a revolutionary and advanced technology. Simply put, its specially formulated to dissolve dirt and grime without toxins. The result? A pure cleaning product you can trust to clean better than any other product you have tried.

Typical Toxic and Ineffective Ingredients found in conventional and “so called” all natural cleaning products “THAT ARE NOT” found in Bio Green Clean:

• 2-butoxethanol
• Chlorine Bleach or Hydrofluoric Acid 
• Hydrogen Peroxide
• Ammonia
• Corn-based ethanol 
• Orange/Citrus oil based products                                
• Animal Products
• Peroxide
• Dye or Colors
• Artificial Ingredients
• Petroleum Products
• Perfumes or Fragrances
• Chemical Residue

Bio Green Clean  only uses the most natural ingredients

Applications

Household/All-Purpose Cleaning Needs

In addition to the phenomenal results that BIO GREEN CLEAN will deliver as an industrial-strength hydroponic and gardening equipment cleaner, it’s all-natural, non-toxic and 100% biodegradable formula provides numerous household applications.

Below are just a few examples along with their recommended DILUTION RATIOS. These dilution ratios are “starting points.” The ratios are water to concentrate. In other words — the first number is water and the second number is BIO GREEN CLEAN concentrate. You must find the right dilution ratio that works for your water type. PLEASE NOTE: The “harder” the water, add more concentrate — the “softer” the water, less concentrate. The "Ready-to-Use" Spray bottle and Gallon refill products are mixed at a 3:1 dilution ratio.


Remember, BIO GREEN CLEAN is all-natural and biodegradable. It is safe for virtually any cleaning challenge. We invite you to tell us about any great new applications you’ve discovered for BIO GREEN CLEAN so we can share it with our customers.

From Concentrate:

For a more detailed listing of the hundreds of applications for BIO GREEN CLEAN and the suggested Dilution Ratios for each, click here!

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Avaire Advantages

Real Porcelain

Avaire's stunning porcelain tiles are designed utilizing the most advanced screening technologies available on the market today. The result? You get a high fidelity, natural looking stone, at remarkable prices.

Real Fast

Avaire's unique installation system floats — it is not fixed to the subfloor. That means that you don't have to purchase extra products such as thinset or backer board. And unlike traditional tiles, you can grout the same day, which significantly reduces installation time and allows you to use your floor much faster.

Real Easy

Avaire tiles are less moisture-absorbent than traditional tile which makes them much easier to clean.And since Avaire is a floating floor and not fixed to a subfloor, a single tile can easily be replaced as opposed to traditional tile, which is far more difficult and expensive to repair.

Just to show you how easy Avaire is to install, below is list of short videos that will walk you step-by-step through the  installation process and will cover other topics such as measuring the room/space properly.

Avaire - Overview

Avaire - Suitable Applications

Avaire - Floor Preparation

Avaire - Room Measurement

Avaire - Tile Assembly

Avaire - Cutting

Avaire - Floor Layout

Avaire - Installing Along the Perimeter

Avaire - Installing Around a Toilet

Avaire - Grouting

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Beautiful and Innovative Laminate Flooring

Laminate flooring offers a wide selection of designs that offer the look and feel of beautiful hardwood, ceramic tile, and slate. Laminate is a composite designed to endure more-than-average wear and tear. A direct-pressure manufacturing process fuses four layers into one extremely hard surface.

Laminate is constructed of four layers:

• The back is reinforced with melamine for structural stability and moisture resistance


• EnviroCore™ - Shaw's environmentally-friendly coreboard - is the dense, inner layer made of recycled wood fiber, meaning fewer trees are used with less waste. -- Shaw's laminate products are inherently good environmental choices in floor covering. Engineered to last, laminate offers a long life span that minimizes replacement. And while it simulates the upscale look of a natural product like an exotic hardwood or ceramic tile, the actual material isn't used and the natural resource preserved. Shaw laminates feature EnviroCore™ and use 98% less newly harvested wood than conventional engineered hardwood products.


• Providing the floor's beauty, the decorative layer is actually a highly detailed photograph that gives the laminate the appearance of wood or tile


• Melamine wear top layer is a tough, clear finish reinforced with aluminum oxide, one of the hardest mineral compounds known to man, to resist staining, fading, surface moisture, and wear

The resulting floor is a technological breakthrough. There's no staining, no fading, and no wear through.

Shaw's VersaLock®AG™ and LockNPlace® glueless installation methods both make installing your new floor fast and easy.

Ease of installation is one of the features that has made laminate flooring the fastest growing product in the flooring industry. VersaLock®AG™ and LocNPlace® are the latest in installation technologies and allow you to install your laminate flooring without nails or glue.

Other noteworthy features:

• Shaw Laminate flooring is incredibly durable and stain resistant. Such problem spills as nail polish, grease, and mustard simply wipe off.


• Patented tongue-and-groove locking technology eliminates unsightly gaps at the seams.

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Carpet and Allergens - Answers to Common Misconceptions -- by Shaw Floors

Allergens
Some bio pollutants, such as animals, dander, house dust mites, and mold, have been linked to allergies and asthma, and many of these substances are commonly found in the average home.  It is important to understand that the mere presence of allergens does not in itself pose a hazard.  The allergen must be inhaled for exposure to occur, and in order for inhalation to occur, the allergen must be airborne.

Carpet acts as a trap for allergens
Carpet is capable of holding significant quantities of soil, dust,etc., without appearing very dirty.  It has been demonstrated thatcarpet is quite efficient at keeping allergen and other small particles such as pollen out of the air.  In fact, data from a Swedish government study indicates that when use of carpet declined, the number of people reporting allergy problems increased.

Regular vacuuming with a vacuum using a high-efficiency filter and periodic cleaning using the hot-water extraction cleaning ("steam cleaning") removes the majority of allergen from carpet as well as significantly reducing mite populations.

Research has clearly shown that there is no correlation between allergen contained in carpet and allergen in the air in the carpeted room.

Research on carpet
In 2002, two schools in North Carolina were the subject of a study conducted by Research Triangle Institue (RTI) and University of North Carolina (UNC) investigators.  One school had mostly resilient tile floors, while the other was 70-75% carpeted. The study found that airborne contaminants, possible sources of allergens, were higher over the tiled floors than over carpet. 

Also in 2002, Professional Testing Laboratory studied the effect of foot traffic on air quality, using commercial carpet and commercial vinyl flooring.  Following 16 minutes of foot traffic over both surfaces, the particulate concentration over the vinyl floor was found to be four times that of carpet.

Other studies, including one using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), have reinforced these findings and concluded that carpets actually reduce exposure to particulates and potential adverse health effects.

In a recent paper, "Carpet, Asthma and Allergies - Myth or Realty,"Dr. Mitchell Sauerhoff, Ph.D., DABT, examined numerous scientific studies and other research contradicting some long-held beliefs on carpet's alleged negative characteristics.

Sauerhoff concluded, "...based on the available science, carpet does not cause asthma or allergies and does not increase the incidence or severity of asthma or allergies symptoms. In fact, with respect to asthma and allergies, multiple studies have reported fewer allergy and asthma symptoms associated with carpet."

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Choices that inspire. Choices that sustain. Choices that perform.

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Now you can scan a sample, view Mannington Commercial's product catalog, and order samples right from your phone. This application even gives you options for coordinating materials and colors. Great for contractors and designers alike.

App is available for iPhone, Blackberry, & Droid.

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In this video Don Finkell, President / CEO of Anderson Hardwood talks about the nature of hardwood, the benefits of Anderson Hardwood, and gives tips on installation.

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This video shows just how fast SnapStone Porcelain Floating Tile can be installed verses the traditional way of installing tile, which in turn saves you not only time, but also money.

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Have a project that you need proof of LEED points and information to back it up?

Then, Check out LATICRETE products and their Site. Click Here to Register and Receive LEED point information.

LATICRETE was the first manufacturer of tile and stone installation materials to earn and offer the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute’s (GEI) certification. Based on criteria used by the U.S.EPA, OSHA and the USGBC’s LEED-CI program, the GREENGUARD certification provides you assurance that the specified LATICRETE Systems meet appropriate indoor air quality standards for volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including formaldehyde.

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LATICRETE Masonry Pointing Mortar is A premium, factory prepared, Masonry Pointing Mortar for use with AMSMV designed to be mixed with water or LATICRETE 1776 Grout Enhancer. Formulated from a blend of high strength portland cement, graded aggregates, and color-fast pigments. Provides a joint that is dense, hard and durable.

50 lb Bag

Available in the following LATICRETE grout colors:
- #24 Natural Grey
- #40 Latte
- #44 Bright White
- #46 Quarry Red
- #61 Parchment
- #85 Almond

Coverage:
Due to varying stone dimensions and mortar joint width, it is not possible to accurately calculate coverage. If stone dimensions and mortar joint widths are consistent please refer to LATICRETE PermaColor Grout (25 lb bag) coverage chart and double the coverage stated on the chart.

Grout Coverage Calculations

Uses:
- For grout joint widths of 0.5" (12 mm) up to 1 1/4" (32 mm).

Advantages:
- Mix with water, or for improved performance fortify with LATICRETE 1776 Grout Enhancer with Microban® Anti-Microbial.

Protection:
-  Designed for exterior and interior use—ideal for both heavy duty use outdoors and for long lasting beauty indoors.
-  Uniform color—colors are specially blended to be uniform in color.
- Part of a complete LATICRETE system that includes materials for every aspect of a stone, AMSMV or tile installation to ensure quality and long lasting performance.

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LATICRETE Masonry Veneer Mortar is a patented, versatile polymer fortified mortar designed specifically for the installation of adhered manufactured stone masonry veneers (AMSMV), stone and thin brick veneers. A high performance mix provides maximum non-sag performance for vertical installations and also obtains maximum bond strength to the substrate and selected veneers. Reinforced with Kevlar® for added strength, LATICRETE Masonry Veneer Mortar offers exceptional workability and is backed by an available 25 Year System Warranty (see DS 025.0 ).

Uses:
- For vertical, horizontal and overhead installation of AMSMV, thin brick veneers and natural stone on exterior and interior installations.
- Ideal for both commercial and residential installations

Advantages
- Incredible non-sag performance – faster easier installations
- Revolutionary patented formula provides maximum bond strength to veneers and substrate – exceeds ASTM C270 Bond Strength Requirements and ANSI A118.4 requirements
- Mixes only with water
-Reinforced with Kevlar
- Lightweight mortar — very smooth and easy to apply
- GREENGUARD certified for low VOC’s
- Inhibits the growth of stain-causing mold and mildew with Microban® antimicrobial product protection.

Suitable Substrates:
- Cement mortar (Scratch & brown coat)
-Concrete
- Concrete block
- Cement backer board**
- Masonry and brick
** Consult cement backer board manufacturer for specific installation recommendations and to verify acceptability for exterior use.

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Hot Weather Tiling and Grouting
TDS 176

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Conventional portland cement tile-setting beds, thin-set mortars, cement plasters and stuccos are often permanently damaged when subject to hot, dry temperatures or desert climates immediately after installation. High temperatures remove the water content of the mortar required for portland cement hydration, curing and strength development. In addition, rapid drying often causes mortar to crack, crumble or lose bond. Waterproofing membranes, anti-fracture membranes, epoxy adhesives, epoxy grouts, epoxy waterproofing membranes and most other products will also be affected by hot working temperatures. Flash setting and reduced working time can result. It is important to note that surface temperature is more important than air temperature. Therefore, monitor the surface temperature of the installation.

There is a simple rule to follow when an installation is subjected to high temperatures: The 18º Rule – for every 18ºF above 70ºF (10ºC above 21ºC), portland cement and epoxy based materials take half as long to cure.

The use of premium latex-fortified mortars (e.g. LATICRETE® 254 Platinum or LATICRETE 317 gauged with LATICRETE 4237 Latex Additive) allows installations to be made at higher temperatures due to the fact that they have longer working properties. LATICRETE 3701 Mortar Admix in thin-sets, plasters, stuccos and other portland cement mortars allow work to continue in hot weather without costly delays or damage. Installations can be made in temperatures as high as 90°F (32°C) under normal circumstances.

LATICRETE Latex Fortified Mortars are NOT damaged by high temperatures and thermal shock after placement and eliminate the need for wet curing. Rapid setting materials will provide for greater challenges when working in high temperatures and should be used with caution.

General tips for working in hot temperatures:

1. For best results, always ship and store installation materials at 40º - 90ºF (5º - 32ºC) to extend the shelf life and working time. Do not store products in direct sunlight. If installation materials are too warm, they should be cooled to the specified temperature range for that specific product.
2. Dampen or wet down substrate surfaces to not only clean the area, but to lower the temperature and lower the absorption rate of the substrate. Sweep off excess water just before mortar is applied. This step will extend the working time of the installation materials.
3. Stir latex additives thoroughly before mixing with thin-sets, grouts, plasters, stuccos and other portland cement mortars.
4. Due to the rapid rate of moisture loss and portland cement dehydration at temperatures >90°F (>32°C), cover installations with polyethylene sheeting for 1-2 days to allow curing at a more normal rate.
5. Low humidity also accelerates the curing process.
6. Tent off or provide shade when working in direct sunlight
7. Work during cooler periods of the day (e.g. early morning)

Tips for grouting in hot temperatures:

1. Store grouting materials at 40º - 90ºF (5º - 32ºC) to extend the shelf life, pot life and working time. Do not store products in direct sunlight. If installation materials are too warm, they should be cooled to the specified temperature range for that specific product 24 hours prior to the start of grouting.
2. Dampen or wet down substrate surfaces to not only clean the area, but to lower the temperature and lower the absorption rate of the substrate.
3. Always clean the mixing pail before mixing a fresh batch of grout. Left over grout in the pail (on bottom and sides) can accelarate the setting of freshly mixed grout.
4. Mix cement grouts with clean cool water. This step will extend the pot life and open time of cement grouts. Hot Weather Tiling and Grouting TDS 176
5. Remix cement grouts after ~15 to 20 minutes (after initial mixing, 5 minutes of slaking / remix and use) to an even consistency to prolong pot life.
6. Tent off areas of work to provide shade when working in direct sunlight.
7. Work during cooler periods of the day (e.g. early morning).

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Shaw Industries, the leader in carpet recycling, manufactures carpet that is completely recyclable into new carpet via its Evergreen facility. Products from Shaw Contract Group constructed with Eco Solution Q contain recycled content from Evergreen.

Post-Consumer Carpet Recycling and Collection

Labels found on Shaw's carpet styles made from Anso® Nylon 6 feature information regarding the post consumer recycled content, as well as the recyclability, of these products. Recycling of carpets made from Anso Nylon 6, as well as other carpets made from the same type of nylon, is made possible by Evergreen Nylon Recycling, Shaw's Nylon 6 recycling operation in Augusta, Georgia.The Evergreen facility converts post-consumer Nylon 6 carpet back toits original starting material, caprolactam—the building block for Nylon6 fiber. The caprolactam from Evergreen is mixed with new caprolactam during the manufacturing process, and new Anso nylon fiber is made.Although Anso Nylon 6 carpets contain nylon produced with Evergreen post consumer caprolactam, the actual percent of recycled content in the product will vary from sample to sample.

Evergreen Nylon Recycling, Shaw's nylon recycling operation in Augusta, Georgia, employs patented technology that converts post-consumer nylon carpet and recycles it back to its original material - the building block for nylon fiber. As a result of this technology, carpets of Nylon 6 are capable of being recycled into new carpet repeatedly without the loss of any aesthetic or performance properties.

Partnering with a number of recycling companies, Shaw has established a collection network to bring post-consumer carpets to Evergreen for recycling. Currently, the collection system is operational in a number of locations throughout the country, and Shaw is adding areas to their network continuously. Although the recycling efforts may be limited at this time, the recycled content Shaw is able put into their products from this process represents a nationwide environmental benefit.

This map indicates the locations where Shaw's collection efforts are now operating, and the map will be updated on a regular basis as new collection sites are established. Call 1-800-434-9887 for more information.

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The LATICRETE Masonry Veneer Installation System (MVIS)

The increase in popularity of adhered manufactured stone masonry veneer facades has left the industry absent of suitable installation materials and detailed specifications - LATICRETE  has the answer!
LATICRETE's proven technology will provide a permanent, high strength installation that is freeze thaw stable and protects from water intrusion.

For over 53 years LATICRETE has continuously provided the latest technology in construction materials and methods to deliver superior problem free installations for tile and stone installations. Utilizing these advanced technologies, the LATICRETE Masonry Veneer Installation System (MVIS) is designed to offer complete solutions for adhered manufactured stone masonry veneers.

Installation of manufactured stone masonry veneer is typically performed with on-site mortar mixes that are subject to large variations in quality and performance. Whether over concrete or masonry substrates, installations usually include metal lath and most often provide inadequate protection from the weather resulting in water intrusion and also delamination of the veneer. Difficult to use and very time consuming to prepare, these systems are not engineered as complete wall systems and therefore do not offer warranties from a reliable source that will stand behind the installation.



The LATICRETE® MVIS provides the solution to common manufactured stone veneer installation challenges by offering a comprehensive quality controlled installation system. Utilizing proven materials, LATICRETE MVIS products include a revolutionary weatherproofing membrane, polymer fortified adhesive mortars that provide non-sag performance, a scratch and brown coat mortar, a masonry pointing mortar and a 100% silicone sealant.

This informational video will demonstrate the advantages of installing masonry veneers using the LATICRETE® MVIS.

LATICRETE has developed an enhanced system of Adhered Veneer Installation products to improve upon the traditional methods of installation that have demonstrated the tendency to fail through delamination and premature corrosion of the structural reinforcing.

The LATICRETE system is similar to the traditional method with the difference that instead of utilizing standard masonry cement mortars as in the past, polymer fortified adhesive mortar is used. LATICRETE Masonry Veneer Mortar has been specifically designed to provide high bond strength, flexibility and durability. It is used employing the same installation methods the installers have become accustomed to.

A further improvement is the inclusion of LATICRETE Hydro Ban™, a liquid applied breathable waterproof membrane that prevents moisture intrusion in barrier wall constructs. This membrane is located outside of the corrodible structural components of the wall offering maximum protection and longevity to the entire assembly.

In addition, the LATICRETE system allows for another option that increases quality and durability. Instead of a field formed lath and plaster substrate, which is subject to great variability in workmanship (and therefore quality), cement backer board is used. This substrate is typically used with tile and natural stone installations and is "time and field proven" to provide great consistency and durability in installations. By replacing the lath and plaster coat, this option also decreases the cost of the system at the same time as increasing performance levels.

LATAPOXY® Waterproof Flashing Mortar and LATICRETE Latasil™ silicone sealant allow for a complete installation that is protected by the LATICRETE System Warranty*.

LATICRETE offers a comprehensive 25 year, 100% labor and materials system warranty* for masonry veneer installations over concrete and masonry substrates (for both interior and exterior applications) and a 15 year, 100% labor and materials
system warranty** for steel or wood framed exterior facades. LATICRETE Warranties Cover Any Suitable Tile or Stone Manufacturer’s
Product, Allowing You to Select the Appropriate Product and Finish You Desire for Your Project Customizable Warranties Are Available to Suit Your Specific Project Requirements.



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When selecting an installation system for your next tile project, consider the value and peace of mind that a LATICRETE warranty can bring. LATICRETE provides comprehensive commercial and residential warranty programs. However, LATICRETE's best guarantee is their 50 years experience with industrial, commercial, and residential installations in every imaginable climate around the world.

LATICRETE offers a comprehensive 100% labor and materials warranty for tile and stone installations. Underwritten by a AAA rated Global Insurance Company. Combined with over 50 years of worldwide experience, LATICRETE is the recognized leader in product quality and installation expertise. LATICRETE warranties cover any suitable tile or stone manufacturer’s product, allowing you to select the appropriate product and finish you desire for your project with confidence. Customizable warranties are available to suit your specific project requirements. The most comprehensive assortment of tile and stone installation materials available for virtually any tile or stone application around the world. LATICRETE's highly trained and experienced Technical Support personnel stand ready to assist you with project specifications, details, LEED compliance information, and to address any installation questions for your project. Contact LATICRETE Technical Services for additional information.800.243.4788, ext. 235 / technicalservices@laticrete.com

For over half a century Architects, Engineers and Developers have trusted LATICRETE with their tile and stone installation needs. Let LATICRETE's global experience, product quality and technical support assist you on your next project – no matter where it is. To qualify for the selected System Warranty, the LATICRETE products listed in each application as indicated on the applicable LATICRETE system warranty document must be used throughout the entire tile and stone installation in full accordance with the instructions listed on the respective product data sheet. Please visit www.laticrete.com for product data sheets and more information. LATICRETE products listed on longer term warranties apply to shorter term warranties. However, if a product with a shorter warranty term is used with the installation system; the warranty of the shorter term prevails.

Call FloorLife at 1-866-955-TILE(8453) to order your tile or stone installation system today! Or visit our website www.floorlife.com . We are a full line distributor that's sells to both the industry and the general public.

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Protect the future of your loved ones
The sustainable attribute of the Corkcomfort product line represents a fundamental contribution to the preservation of the planet, since it plays an important role in reducing global warming. The FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certification for the woodlands’ management system is indisputable proof, along with other certifications, of the sustainability of such coverings, thus serving to reinforce their excellence.
A commitment undertaken to nature, on behalf of a future that is protected for you and your loved ones.

Live an intelligent life
The Corkcomfort product line is recyclable and environmentally friendly, positively contributing to CO2fixation. A new water-based bonding resin – Acrodur - has been developed to reinforce its environmental component. This new resin significantly reduces the emission of harmful substances. Its insulating properties also generate energy savings for consumers.
It is the ideal product for those who are truly concerned with nature.

Outstanding designs for a perfect choice
The vibrant designs of the Corkcomfort product line, which are available in a wide range of textures, colours and finishes, create the most diverse and surprising effects, adapted to each personality and lifestyle.
Classic or extravagant, elegant or trendy, the combinations that are presented offer total freedom in the creation of tailor-made decorations.

Free your wishes
The Corkcomfort floors are highly resistant and safe thanks to their anti-slip and scratch resistant properties. These properties provide environments for sharing and living life at one hundred percent, ensuring that such floors remain good looking over the years.
Feel free to live your space.

Make your life easier
Quick and easy to install, Corkcomfort flooring transforms your environment without interfering with your routine. The functional, hygienic and easy maintenance of this flooring make it the ideal choice for a relaxing and safe day-to-day life.
Your health and that of your loved ones is protected,leaving you without concerns and giving you more time to savour the sensations of an environment designed exactly as you want it.

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1000 Series has a HPS (High Performance Surface) Wear Layer

HPS - is based on nano technology, where extremely tiny beads are embedded in the top layer. When compared with the standard finish this gives the whole HPS surface improved properties such as scratch, slip, scuff, and stain resistance.

100 Series has an Xtreme WRT Wear Layer

- Four times more wear-resistance than usual varnishes of comparable quality.

- Clearly increases slide resistance. Even in socks you will not slide. The tiny ceramic micro beads slightly roughen the surface of the varnish and reduce sliding potential.

-Considerably improves UV protection, protecting the cork flooring from the sun`s rays that cause it to change colour over the years.

-Enhances the natural features of wood and cork. This varnish ensures that the velvety warmth of cork and wood is preserved.

-Fully dirt-resistant. Everyday shoe debris, colour spots and any other type of dirt can easily be removed from an Xtreme WRT varnish,even if the floor has a high level of traffic.

- Matte varnish emphasizes the natural structure of cork and wood while guaranteeing high quality.

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Classic Collection - 4 NEW Colors!

Featuring 2-Strips on each plank for a narrow strip hardwood appearance with stunning new exotics and rustic oak visuals.


U1417 Flaxen Spalted Maple      U1419 Amber Rustic Oak            U1420 Hazelnut Rustic Oak        U1434 Dark Red Cumaru

Features Include:

• 47 1/4" Inch Length x 7 1/2" Inch Wide
• 8mm thickness
• Natural Wood Textures
• Square Edge detail for sleek transition.
• Premier Uniclic® glueless locking system provides easy installation and helps prevent water damage and warping.
• ScratchGuard™ Advanced Finish Protection
• Limited Residential Lifetime Warranty with 5-Year Light to Medium Commercial Warranty
• AC4 Wear-Layer Rating
• Contributes to LEED points, is an Environmentally Preferred Product (EPP) in all green rating systems, and is compliant with CARB ATCM Phase 1 Standards.
• NALFA Certified
• Made Responsibly in the U.S.A.

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GenuEdge™ - Superior Realism for Laminate

Quick-Step's Veresque™ Collection with NEW GenuEdge™ Technology is a revolutionary innovation that delivers the most realistic hardwood edge visual ever seen in the laminate industry. This new technology allows Veresque's surface design and color to literally "roll over the edge", creating the same edge visual found in real wood planks. Adding this edge treatment to the already authentic surface designs of Veresque™ planks achieves a level of realism that is unmatched in laminate flooring today. Which you may struggle to see the difference between real wood and a Veresque™ plank.

Features Include:

• 47 1/4" Inch Length x 4 7/8" Inch Wide
• 8mm thickness
• Surface design and color literally "roll over the edge" to create an authentic hardwood beveled look.
• Premier Uniclic® glueless locking system provides easy installation and help prevent water damage and warping.
• ScratchGuard™ Advanced Finish Protection
• Limited Residential Lifetime Warranty
• AC4 Wear-Layer Rating
• Contributes to LEED points, is an Environmentally Preferred Product (EPP) in all green rating systems, and is compliant with CARB ATCM Phase 1 Standards.
• NALFA Certified
• Made responsibly in the U.S.A.

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Mannington Revolutions Tile: Portofino Collection
Worn and weathered, Portofino is a 16" slate tile pattern that embodies all of the "Old World" character of Italy. Featuring a rich colorful patina and unique surface texture, this pattern is a wonderful addition to our Revolutions Tile line.

Mannington Revolutions Tile: Sedona Collection
Capturing the energy and natural features of the Arizona landscape, Sedona`s realistic texture and rectified grout lines create unparalleled warmth in any interior.  This slate visual combines a modern aesthetic with rustic details.

- 38070 Mountain Frost
- 38071 Desert Sand
- 38072 Canyon Sunset
- 38073 Red Rock



Mannington Revolutions Plank: Tasmanian Blackwood Collection
A new addition to our Revolutions Plank line, Tasmanian Blackwood possesses all of the elegant beauty found in the natural wooded forests of Tasmania.  This 5" exotic wood visual features heavy graining and distinctive knotholes.

- 26760 Natural
- 26761 Sepia
- 26762 Sienna




Mannington Revolutions Plank - Diamond Bay: Malaysian Palm Collection
Influenced by the warm tropical habitat of Malaysia, Malaysian Palm , a stunning 5" stranded coconut palm look, brings a sense of paradise and tranquility to any room.

- 26840 Bamboo
- 26841 Coconut Shell





Mannington Revolutions Plank - Diamond Bay: Himalayan Cedar Collection
Himalayan Cedar , a 5" wide plank pattern, captures all the rich warmth and beauty found in cedar.  It's  subtle chatter marks with deep graining easily creates a backdrop to any room.

- 26850 Burnet
- 26851 Tawny

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Features & Benefits:

• Urethane (with ceramic bead) Wear-Layer - Easy Maintenance & Superior Stain Resistance
• Scratches are Repairable & Wear Issues can be Treated with Dressing - Looks Newer Longer
• Will NOT Chip like Traditional Laminate Flooring - Looks Newer Longer
  
• Indentation Resistant Resilient Top Layer - Looks Newer Longer
• Ceramic Bead Wear-Layer - Durable / Abrasion Resistant Finish
• Water Resistant from the Top Down - Durable & Easy to Clean
• Quieter than Traditional Laminate Floors - Sounds Like Real Hardwood
• More Solid Feel Under Foot than Traditional Laminate - Feels Like Real Hardwood
• Latest Wood Visual Technology - Looks Like Real Hardwood
• Installer Already Trained to Install Laminate Floors & DIY Friendly - Fast Installation: UNLIN Drop & Lock System
  
• HDF Core - Made from Recycled Materials - Environmentally Friendly
• 7 1/2" Wide Planks - On Track Design Styling with Wide Visual - Upscale Look
• 10mm Overall Gauge - Very Durable

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Article Found On: Splurge Steal: Vintage Chic Living Room - An innovative new series from eHow at Home

"Erinn Valencich is an interior designer and lifestyle expert. She has hosted several one-hour specials for HGTV including Decked for the Holidays, Fantasy Wedding in a Week and Light It Up! She has made numerous appearances on The View, Entertainment Tonight, Access Hollywood and Fine Living's Mail Order Makeover." --eHow at Home


"Since this country home had been remodeled many times, and none of them good attempts, the structure had many different characteristics working against each other. One of the main updates this room needed was the addition of a new floor. The old floor had been covered with tile and was, sorry to say, ugly. While replacing a floor may sound expensive and quite messy, it can be quite the opposite experience when working with the correct material for the project. I chose to use a high quality laminate from Quick-Step's Veresque collection. It gives the most realistic hardwood floor look. I like this product for quick remodels because it can be installed easily over an existing floor and is very well-priced. The updated floor gave the room an entirely new look and a clean slate with which to design our furniture layout." --Erinn Valencich on eHow at Home

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Metroflor / Konecto Hybrid brings the next generation to flooring products by combining the benefits of wood, laminate, and resilient flooring. Metroflor / Konecto fuses a highly durable resilient top layer to a high density fiberboard. Hybrid offers the latest technology in high performance flooring at an affordable price creating an incredible value. The product will give many years of sustainable performance and durability with some of the most beautiful styles in the industry.

• Quiet, Warm, and Comfortable Underfoot
• Environmentally Responsible and Sustainable
• No Adhesives Required
• Durable for Residential and Most Commercial Applications
• No Wax Easy Maintenance
• Four-Sided Micro-Bevel (On Hybrid Plus Only)
• 25-Year Residential Limited Warranty & 7-Year Commercial Limited Warranty

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