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Antique Maple
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Guardian Strip

Style: SW050
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Collection: Shaw Hardwoods
Price Range: $7.00 - 7.99/sq. ft.
(Material Only)
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These prices are for the product only. They don't include the price of underlayment, the price of installation, which can vary widely by region, the installer's experience level, or the costs associated with scheduling demands.

You'll want to note that some flooring retailers price their products by square foot and some by sqare yard. Make sure you're comparing equal measurements when deciding on one product over another.

Species: Maple
Construction Look: Solid-2.25" Wide
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The width of boards used to create Shaw Hardwood floors helps determine the floor's distinct look. Generally, Shaw Hardwoods can be grouped into the five groups below.

THREE-STRIP
Engineered products made from a very thin strip of wood are often called a "three-strip" product. The width of the wood in three-strip products is appoximately 2.5 inches.
TWO-STRIP
Engineered products made from slightly wider strips of wood are often called a "two-strip" product. The width of the wood in three-strip products is approximately 3.25 inches.
PLANK
If you prefer wide planks over narrow strips of wood, you'll want to search for PLANK products among Shaw Hardwoods. The woods in this category start at approximately 5.5 inches wide.
SOLID-2.5" WIDE
Shaw's solid construction hardwoods come in two widths. The planks in this category are 2.5 inches wide.
SOLID-3.25" WIDE
Shaw's solid construction hardwoods come in two widths. The planks in this category are 3.25 inches wide.
Installation Type:
Nail or Staple
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With hardwood flooring, you have several different installation options: Nail Down, or Glue Down and Floating. Some Shaw Hardwoods can be installed using more than one of the techniques described below.

NAIL
This installation technique is required for SOLID hardwood construction. You or a professional installer will either nail or power STAPLE your new hardwood floor to a suitable subfloor. SOLID construction, like it sounds, is milled from a single 3/4" thick piece of hardwood. Because of its thickness, a solid hardwood floor can be sanded and refinished over several generations of use. One of the characteristics of solid wood flooring is that it expands and contracts with changes in your home's relative humidity. Normally, installers compensate for this movement by leaving an expansion gap between the floor and the wall. Base molding or quarter round is traditionally used to hide the extra space.
GLUE
This is an optional installation technique that can be used for ENGINEERED hardwoods. You or a professional installer will use adhesive to adhere your new hardwood to a suitable subfloor. You will also use adhesive between the seams of your hardwood floor to complete and stabilize the installation.
FLOAT
This installation technique is an option on certain ENGINEERED hardwoods. With a floating installation, you will not use adhesive to adhere the wood to your subfloor. Instead, you will use an underlayment between the wood and your subfloor. This installation technique allows the floor to expand and contract. Shaw offers a variety of underlayment options for your specific installation. You will need to use adhesive between the seams of your hardwood to complete and stabilize the installation.

You'll want to consider your installation options as you make your product selection. Your dealer will be able to help you decide what method will work best for your specific needs.
Plank Width: 2.25'' X 9999''
Plank Length: Random in.
Plank Thickness: 3/4 in.
Edge Information: Micro Beveled Edges & Ends
PERFORMANCE
Product Features:
  • DuraShield XL
  • High Traffic
  • Kid Friendly
  • Suitable for Above Ground Level
  • Suitable for On Ground Level

Guardian Strip is a stunning 3/4" solid maple hardwood in a 2 1/4" wide strip construction with microbeveled edges and ends that naturally highlight each plank. Choose from three stunning maple colorations - country Maple, Amber Maple or Antique Maple - whichever suits your decor - and rest assured that any color of Guardian Plank will add years of beauty to your home. (Also available is Guardian Plank, SW052, 3 1/2" wide plank construction.)

WARRANTIES

With the warranty protection of Shaw Hardwoods, you can enjoy beautiful hardwood flooring and peace-of-mind for years to come. Although there may be a few product-specific exceptions that you can learn from your retailer, you can click below to read the warranties for this particular hardwood selection.

HARDWOOD SOLID 15-YEAR WARRANTY.PDF

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INSTALLATION

Your flooring retailer will either have professional installers on staff or will recommend an independent installer in your area. Or you may decide to tackle the project yourself.

If you decide to install your new floor yourself, the downloadable instructions below will give you step-by-step instructions. If you hire a professional, looking over the instructions will help you know what to expect when your installer arrives.

SOLID HARDWOOD INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

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TRANSITION PIECES
5 TRANSITION PIECES AVAILABLE:
  • FLUSH STAIRNOSE
  • FLUSH REDUCER
  • END MOLDING/CARPET REDUCER
  • T-MOLDING
  • QUARTER ROUND
FLUSH STAIRNOSE
This coordinating piece provides the proper transition for all the hardwood steps in your home. Buy the Flush Stairnose for hardwood that has been nailed or glued down.
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