my test of mohawk smartstrand vs shaw anso R2X carpet with pics
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Comments (31)We too bought Mohawk Silk (Cozy Comfort or something like that) and initially had trouble with our existing vacs (central system and a Shark). We also contacted Mohawk and purchased a Hoover Windtunnel T Series Model UH70205 which was one of the models they recommended. It works like a champ. We bought online for about $125, but I have seen it since then (or very similar versions) in big box stores. Given the amount we paid to put in this carpet, I was getting nervous when I initially read some of the reviews about vacuum problems, but I have also seen some similar to mine where unhappy buyers started out with vac problems (especially Dysons), only to be overjoyed with the product when they got the right vac for the job. One thing it shows is that you don't have to spend a mint to get a great vac for this type of carpet. This Hoover was less than my Shark! But at end of the day, we LOVE our carpet now -- best ever and would recommend it to anyone! One thing -- what did Floortech mean when he said it "caught fire" because of its softness? I assume that is a figurative statement?...See MoreCarpetgirl: SmartStrand vs Everstrand question
Comments (8)I work for Mohawk and Karastan is a division of Mohawk. Some of Everstrand fiber is made from recycled bottles and some of it isn't. The recycled version has the recycled logo on it, the other type doesn't. Smartstrand has no content from recycled anything. Many styles of carpet made from Smartstrand featuring Dupont Sorona polymer are made partially from corn sugar. Carpet performace varies by construction. Karastan is Mohawk's premier product line, so I am sure you will get good performance from either fiber type, but the Smartstrand is a better fiber for foot traffic and is just about the most stain resistant fiber that exists today. I have only seen one Karastan product with Everstrand fiber, there may be more though. I have a Smartstrand carpet in my home and it has exceeded my expectations after three years of use (including stairs)....See MoreSmartStrand Silk vs TruSoft by Tuftex or Shaw?
Comments (21)Oh good Lord! As if I wasn't already torn between the Tuftex and the Mohawk SmartStrand carpet. After reading these earlier comments I am really baffled! Originally I started my search for carpet by looking at nylon only since I heard that it is much better than polyester for wear and tear. But I happened into another carpet store today that carries both Karastan (Mohawk) and Shaw and the sales person seemed to push me towards the SmartStrand carpet. She wanted to show me the Karastan carpet that has been underfoot in their store for the last 10 years. She proceeded to push a heavy display fixture out of the way so that I could see how the carpet sprung back. It was amazing! Plus she pointed out that the SmartStrand's stain protection never washes out, while the Shaw Stainmaster protection washes out after 3 professional carpet cleanings. I am so confused on which way to go. And I need to make a decision quickly since I will be moving into my new home soon. The former owner left me with a surprising welcome gift---183 square yards of dog-urine stained carpeting. It was so filthy that I gagged several times while pulling it up and dragging it out to the garage. So I will be replacing all of that filthy floor covering with new carpet and my head is spinning as to which choice to make. Although my head could still be spinning from inhaling the very strong shellac that I had to use to "seal" any dog urine odors from making their way up from the sub floor. UGH!...See MoreTigressa Carpet vs Smart Strand
Comments (7)1st off, the words Tigressa means nothing as it is simply a buying group name for a collection of Shaw products. You will no longer find the words Tigressa mentioned on Shaws website. Before I would ever purchaes Tigressa, i would demand to now the real mainstreet name of the product. Not the private label name, the non buying group name. Then we can give you some intellectual answers regarding the specific Shaw product. As far as Smartstrand, they will be launching some softer products within weeks. They are doing this to combat Lowes destruction to dealers as they are selling Smartstrand products at prices that dealers pay wholesale. So Mohawk has decided to offer some exclusive products to dealers that are 3rd and 4th generation softer and superior. I am not an advocate of Lowes but when you buy Smartstrand and use their 97 dollar install...you will destroy dealer prices. Now you will gamble with the fact that you are purchasing box store installation and service...but the savings will be great. Just some good honest facts to help you sort things out. Good Luck....See MoreFloortech
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