Carpet Backings

Today’s interiors are created to support the unique needs of individuals and agile teams. Selecting the right carpet backing can provide the best solution to support the specific intent of different environments. Shaw Contract offers carpet tile and broadloom backings to meet your every need - from moisture protection and guaranteed reclamation to cushion for enhanced ergonomics.

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Carpet Tile Backings

Shaw Contract has invested in material health with EcoWorx® Tile our premium PVC-free carpet tile backing, the first flooring product to be Cradle to Cradle Certified®.

EcoLogix® carpet tile cushion backing system is Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze. A sustainable alternative to urethane and PVC cushion backing systems, EcoLogix® tile is made with 100% post-consumer recycled content.

StrataWorx® carpet tile pairs accessible price with the flexibility and durability of modular carpet. Backed with a 15 year limited commercial warranty, it is an ideal solution for commercial spaces. 

EcoWorx® BIO is our first carpet tile on our revolutionary PVC-free bio-based. Reduce your carbon footprint without sacrificing performance.

Broadloom Backings

ClassicBac® is an industry standard broadloom solution for commercial spaces with short term leases or high-turnover spaces. ClassicBac® products are cost effective, durable and sustainable for commercial environments

Ultraloc backing is ideal for carpets with large-scale designs, providing superior pattern matching and durability due to its high-strength enriched polymer laminated to a woven secondary backing.

Ultraloc MB backing is ideal for carpets with large-scale designs, providing superior pattern matching and durability due to its high-strength enriched polymer laminated to a woven secondary backing with a high performance top-down moisture barrier.

Woven Unitary is an industry standard broadloom solution for commercial spaces when a woven product is desired. Woven Unitary products are durable and sustainable for commercial environments.

Custom Backings

ClassicBac® PC is an industry standard broadloom solution with attached cushion for commercial spaces with short term leases or high-turnover spaces

Shaw Contract has invested in material health with EcoWorx® ES Tile our premium PVC-free carpet tile attached adhesive  backing, the first flooring product to be Cradle to Cradle Certified®. 

EcoLogix® ES carpet tile cushion backing and attached adhesive system is Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bronze. 

Ultraloc MP backing is ideal for carpets with large-scale designs, providing superior pattern matching and durability due to its high-strength enriched polymer laminated to a woven secondary backing with a high performance top-down moisture barrier.

Constructed for underfoot comfort, Ultraloc MPC attached cushion backing is ideal for carpets with large-scale designs, providing superior pattern matching and durability due to its high-strength enriched polymer laminated to a woven secondary backing with a a high performance top-down moisture barrier.