Selecting the Right Resilient Platform

Shaw Contract offers a variety of solutions to fit the needs of your space. This page highlights the features and benefits of each resilient platform. You can also visit our Resilient Selection Tool for more information.

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Glue Down LVT with ExoGuard®

Engineered with a layered construction for enhanced durability in high-demand environments. It features our maintenance friendly ExoGuard® finish with more resistance to abrasion, staining and improved durability.

                                                     STRAND (0516V) in color SILT (16595) + WOOL (16115)

                                                           and SURFACE (0515V) in color GRAVEL (15530)

● Easy installation and maintenance.

● Competitive price point.

● Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects and wear.

● 10 Year Under Bed Warranty, bond warranty when used with appropriate products.

● Available in 2 mm, 25 mm, 3 mm, 4 mm and 5 mm thicknesses.

● The 5 mm thick options can be installed next to most carpet tiles without the need for transition strips.

● The 5 mm thick options improve sound transmission and sound impact.

● ExoGuard® finish adds resistance to staining and abrasion making it durable for demanding environments (except styles Shift + Tilt).

● Polish-optional finish that can reduce the cost of annual maintenance (except styles Shift + Tilt).

● Performs in environments with heavy static and heavy rolling loads per ASTM test methods (except styles Shift + Tilt).

● Resilient flooring that holds an EPD and is FloorScore® Certified.

● Free of Ortho-Phthalate plasticizers.

Glue Down LVT with ExoGuard+®

Engineered with a layered construction for enhanced durability in high-demand environments. It features our maintenance friendly ExoGuard+® finish with superior resistance to abrasion and scratching.

COMPOUND (4074V or 4077V) in color BASE (77504)

● Easy installation and maintenance.

● Competitive price point.

● Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects and wear.

● 10 Year Under Bed Warranty *bond warranty when used with appropriate products.

● Thicknesses available in 2.5mm, 3mm and 5mm.

● 5mm can be installed next to most carpet tiles without the need for transition strips.

● 5mm reduces sound transmission and sound impact.

● ExoGuard+® provides industry-leading stain resistance and improved cleanability for use in demanding environments along with providing superior durability qualities such as scratching and abrasion resistance.

● Polish-optional finish that can reduce the cost of annual maintenance.

● Performs in environments with heavy static and heavy rolling loads per ASTM test methods.

● Resilient flooring that is FloorScore® Certified.

Glue Down LVT with Acoustic Backing

An innovative construction that pairs LVT with acoustic backing underneath to absorb and stop sound from traveling enhancing sound qualities—a human-centered solution for private and public spaces.

                                                                    SOUNDSCAPE (4063V) in color SAND (63250)

● Acoustic backing reduces sound transmission and sound impact.

● 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects and wear. 

● Available in 5 mm thickness.

● The 5 mm thick options can be installed next to most carpet tiles without the need for transition strips.

● Installation is quick and easy with an attached underlayment, reducing time and labor cost.

● Exoguard® finish adds resistance to staining and abrasion making it durable for demanding environments.

● Polish-optional finish that can reduce the cost of annual maintenance.

● Performs in environments with heavy static and heavy rolling loads per ASTM test methods.

● Resilient flooring that holds an EPD and is FloorScore® Certified.

● Free of Ortho-Phthalate plasticizers. 


Glue Down LVT with Acoustic Backing

Floating LVT with In Step Locking

Wide-format luxury vinyl plank designed for maximum versatility with our patented In*Step locking system for an adhesive-free, floating installation.

QUIET COVER (0186V) in color MINK (00720)

● Fast and simple glueless installation.

● Can be walked on immediately after installation.

● Tolerates up to 10 lbs CaCl and 95% RH.

● 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects and wear.

● The 5 mm thick options have an acoustical silencing layer that reduces sound transfer.

● Available in 4 mm and 5 mm thicknesses.

● ExoGuard® finish adds resistance to staining and abrasion making it durable for demanding environments.

● Polish-optional finish that can reduce the cost of annual maintenance.

● Resilient flooring that holds an EPD and is FloorScore® Certified.

● Free of Ortho-Phthalate plasticizers.

Floating LVT with In Step Locking

Woven LVT

Layered for strength and fused into a single solid surface this construction is engineered to resist stains and scuffing. The ExoGuard® finish prevents fraying and creates a barrier that stops spills and dirt from penetrating the woven fabric, making cleanup easier. A stabilizing composite layer ensures product integrity.

                                                                        RETHINK (0733V) in color CARBON (33505) 

● 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects and wear.

● As a woven textile, these products do not have a traditional image repeat which results in a soft, organic visual of blended colour.

● Engineered to resist stains and scuffs while preventing frayed edges traditionally seen in woven products.

● Design focuses on the structure of the fabric combining hard surface durability and soft surface aesthetic.

● Available in 3 mm thickness.

● Performs in environments with heavy static and heavy rolling loads per ASTM test methods.

● Resilient flooring that holds an EPD and is FloorScore® Certified.

● Free of Ortho-Phthalate plasticizers.

Loose Lay LVT

Layered construction that is engineered for enhanced durability in high-demand environments. A dual-purpose backing system allows these products to be installed as loose lay or direct glue.

COVE (0927V) in color GESSO (27520)

● Ease of installation and repair.

● Recommended glue down for environments with heavy traffic or rolling loads.

● 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects and wear.

● 10 Year Under Bed Warranty, bond warranty when used with appropriate products.

● Dual purpose backing construction allowing for loose lay or direct glue.

● Available in 5 mm thickness.

● The 5 mm thick options can be installed next to most carpet tiles without the need for transition strips.

● The 5 mm thick options improve sound transmission and sound impact.

● ExoGuard® finish adds resistance to staining and abrasion making it durable for demanding environments.

● Polish-optional finish that can reduce the cost of annual maintenance.

● Performs in environments with heavy static and heavy rolling loads per ASTM test methods.

● Resilient flooring that holds an EPD and is FloorScore® Certified.

● Free of Ortho-Phthalate plasticizers.

Rigid Core with InLine Level Edge Profile

Rigid Core delivers high performance and durability in heavy commercial environments. This layered construction is dimensionally stable, waterproof, scratch resistant and reduces sound transmission. Installation is quick and easy, reducing time and labor costs.

ENVELOP (4141V) in color KEEP (00100) + SAFEGUARD (00475) + ASSURE (00520)

  • 100% Waterproof and can be installed in areas with topical moisture.
  • Installs 12 times faster than comparable products, right out of the box with no product acclimation time. 
  • Rigid core construction allows installation over existing hard surfaces with little or no floor prep, hiding subfloor imperfections.
  • Superior dimensional stability with less expansion and contraction than standard LVT.
  • ExoGuard+™ finish adds resistance to staining and abrasion making it durable for demanding environments.
  • Glue down installation.
  • 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects, top-down moisture, no acclimation, indentations, telegraphing and wear.
  • Available in 4mm thickness.
  • Resilient flooring that is FloorScore Gold certified.
  • Resists indentation due to a high PSI tolerance.
  • Construction provides added sound dampening from floor-to-floor sound transfer.

Rigid Core with InLine Level Edge Profile

COREtec® (WPC - Wood Polymer Composite)

Constructed with patented COREtec® technology that makes it waterproof, dimensionally stable, and easy to install. The layered construction delivers real performance and durability, while reducing sound transmission. Designed with locking edges, installation is quick and easy saving installation time and labor costs.

                                          STRATUM 500 (023UV) in color TARGHEE WALNUT (00503)

● 100% Waterproof and can be installed in areas with topical moisture.

● Installs 12 times faster than comparable products, right out of the box with no product acclimation time.

● Floating installation allows installation over existing hard surfaces with little or no floor prep, hiding subfloor imperfections.

● Superior dimensional stability with less expansion and contraction than standard LVT.

● ExoGuard® finish adds resistance to staining and abrasion making it durable for demanding environments.

● Features an attached cork underlayment that softens footfall above and below, reducing sound transmission.

● Can be installed glue down or floating.

● 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects, top down moisture, no acclimation and wear.

● Available in 4.4 mm, 5 mm and 5.5 mm thicknesses.

● Resilient flooring that holds an EPD, is FloorScore® Certified and GreenGuard Gold Certified.

● Premium resistance to indentation.

● Free of Ortho-Phthalate plasticizers.

COREtec® (WPC - Wood Polymer Composite)

COREtec® XRC (SPC - Solid Polymer Composite)

Delivers high performance and durability in heavy commercial environments. With a patented layered construction, COREtec® XRC is dimensionally stable, waterproof, scratch resistant and reduces sound transmission. Designed with locking edges, installation is quick and easy, reducing installation time and labor costs.

COMPOSED (098UV) in color GRAND TETON (00506)

● 100% Waterproof and can be installed in areas with topical moisture.

● Installs 12 times faster than comparable products, right out of the box with no product acclimation time.

● Rigid core construction allows installation over existing hard surfaces with little or no floor prep, hiding subfloor imperfections. 

● Superior dimensional stability with less expansion and contraction than standard LVT.

● ExoGuard+® finish adds resistance to staining and abrasion making it durable for demanding environments.

● Glue down installation.

● 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects, top down moisture, no acclimation and wear.

● No Indentation Warranty.

● Available in 4 mm thicknesses.

● Polish-optional finish that can reduce the cost of annual  maintenance. 

● Resilient flooring that is FloorScore® Certified.

● Premium resistance to indentation.

● Free of Ortho-Phthalate plasticizers.

COREtec® XRC (SPC - Solid Polymer Composite)

PVC-Free Resilient

Tile and Sheet products featuring the performance and practicality of resilient flooring in a PVC-free construction.

                                                               INNATE TILE (0895V) in color CONCRETE (95515)

● PVC free resilient flooring that is Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Silver; FloorScore® Certified and has a LEED v4 contributing HPD, EPD and Declare.

● Bio-Based Polyurethane construction, derived from canola, castor and rapeseed oils—free of ortho-phthalates, chlorine and solvents.

● ExoGuard+® advanced top-coat technology delivers the highest martindale rating to scratch resistance and resists UV light degradation, hand sanitizers, disinfectants and common stains.

● Available in sheet and tile for seamless transitions and versatility.

● 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects and wear. For sheet it also covers top down moisture.

● Non-porous construction offers simple maintenance requirements that involve no finishing, waxing, buffing or stripping, lowering the total cost of long-term ownership, and avoiding harsh chemicals.

● Country of origin—Germany

● High PSI tolerance of the product enhances resistance to indentation, ideal for high static and rolling loads.

● Available in 2.5 mm thickness

Homogeneous Sheet

Constructed to be the perfect foundation for high-demand environments. This platform provides improved resistance to common medical stains including betadine, blood and hand sanitizer and is ideal for use in extreme environments with heavy rolling and static loads.

VITALITY (0873V) in color REJUVENATE (73100) + EXCITE (73515)

● True through-body construction provides excellent durability, superior gouge and abrasion resistance.

● Designed for demanding environments with heavy foot traffic.

● Easy to heat weld and flash cove for infection control.

● 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects, wear and top down moisture.

● 10 Year Under Bed Warranty, bond warranty when used with appropriate products.

● Resistant to medical stains including betadine, blood and hand sanitizer.

● Polish-optional finish that can reduce the cost of annual maintenance.

● Performs in environments with heavy static and heavy rolling loads per ASTM test methods.

● Available in 2 mm thickness.

● Resilient flooring that holds an EPD and is FloorScore® Certified.

● Free of Ortho-Phthalate plasticizers

Heterogeneous Sheet

Layered construction is engineered for enhanced durability with added fiberglass for stability.

                             NATURELIFE WOOD II (0002V) in color VINTAGE HICKORY (09635)

● High performance layers offer design flexibility ideal for heavy commercial traffic.

● ExoGuard™ finish adds resistance to staining and abrasion making it durable for demanding environments.

● 15 Year Commercial Limited Warranty, covering manufacture defects, wear and top down moisture.

● 10 Year Under Bed Warranty, bond warranty when used with appropriate products.

● Resistant to common medical stains.

● Performs in environments with heavy static and heavy rolling loads per ASTM test methods.

● Easy to heat weld and flash cove for infection control.

● Available in 1.4 mm, 2 mm and 2.2 mm thicknesses.

● Polish-optional finish that can reduce the cost of annual maintenance (except styles Adventure + Rendition).

● Resilient flooring that holds an EPD and is FloorScore® Certified.

● Free of Ortho-Phthalate plasticizers.

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