Fabulous Floors Magazine Summer 2015 | Page 28

on the boards | Reclaimed Values laminate flooring from Shaw. 26 FABULOUSfloors Homeowners everywhere are falling in love with the cutting edge technology that is laminate flooring. Laminate flooring has a cult-like following from designers and homeowners worldwide because it delivers extreme realism and also that it’s a green option for consumers seeking environmentally friendly flooring options. These days, budget conscious homeowners are gravitating toward laminate floors that are eco-friendly. Most laminate manufacturers can guarantee that at least seventy percent of the materials used in laminate floors are recycled. They gather materials from U.S. landfills and wood waste to create a luxurious and high quality product that replicates natural wood and stone patterns, textures and colors. Wider planks, some displaying microbeveled edges with V-grooves, let designers recreate estate or Old World looks. Choose narrow, tailored strips in oak, maple or exotics for a more formal traditional or contemporary appearance.