Our signature backings are the foundation of our performance, ensuring long-term appearance— backed by no nonsense warranties.
Philly Queen Commercial products will stand the test of time with unparalleled beauty and durability for the lifetime of the product. That’s why all of our products are backed with warranties that exceed industry standards.
TILE:
EcoWorx Tile Backing System
with recycled content is a 100% PVC-free recyclable backing system made from thermoplastic polyolefin compound with a fiberglass reinforcing layer.
Ideal for use in high performance environments where modular flooring is to be employed.
EcoWorx ES Tile Backing System
with recycled content is a 100% PVC-free recyclable backing system made from thermoplastic polyolefin compound with a fiberglass reinforcing layer.
ES is our unique "peel & stick" installation method.
This backing is made of an environmentally friendly thermoplastic hot melt pressure sensitive releasable adhesive.
Ideal for use in high performance environments where modular flooring is to be employed.
EcoLogix Tile Backing System
with recycled content has a performance precoat and a fiberglass reinforced thermoplastic layer laminated with a fiber matrix secondary containing 88% post consumer material.
Ideal for use in high performance modular environments where comfort underfoot is key.
EcoLogix ES Tile Backing System
with recycled content has a performance precoat and a fiberglass reinforced thermoplastic layer laminated with a fiber matrix secondary containing 88% post consumer material.
ES is our unique "peel & stick" installation method.
This backing is made of an environmentally friendly thermoplastic hot melt pressure sensitive releasable adhesive.
Ideal for use in high performance modular environments where comfort underfoot is key.
BROADLOOM:
EcoWorx Performance Broadloom Backing System
is comprised of a 100% thermoplastic polyolefin compound with a high performance precoat and a reinforcing layer. It's 100% recyclable and 100% PVC free.
Ideal for use in high performance broadloom environments where roller mobility, crisis maintenance and excessive tracking is present.
StaLok Cushion 18 Backing System
features The Enhancer Technology with a high performance polyurethane precoat and an 18 lb. density polyurethane foam cushion and nonwoven secondary backing.
Ideal in high performance broadloom environments where comfort underfoot provided by attached cushion is desired.
StaLok Cushion 14 Backing System
features a high performance polyurethane precoat and an 14 lb. density polyurethane foam cushion and nonwoven secondary backing.
Ideal in moderate performance broadloom environments where comfort underfoot provided by attached cushion is desired.
StaLok Pattern Backing System
features a premium strength styrene butadine (SBR) polymer laminated to a woven secondary backing.
Ideal for use in high performance broadloom environments where pattern match is critical.
EcoWorx
Backing Description
100% thermoplastic polyolefin compound with a high performance precoat and a reinforcing
layer
Backing Process
5-step process:
- High performance precoat for maximum tuft bind
- Thermoplastic laminate for superior delamination strength
- Fiberglass reinforcement for unmatched stability
- Final thermoplastic layer for added stability
- Die-cut into carpet tiles
Primary Backing
Synthetic
Stabilizer
Fiberglass mat
Average Weight
78 oz/yd² (2644.65 g/m²)
Dimensions
24” x 24” (standard) (60.96 cm x 60.96 cm); optional sizes available
Testing
- Radiant Panel Fire –Class 1 (based on pile construction)
- NBS Smoke <450 (based on pile construction)
- TVOCs < 500 micrograms/sqm/hr
Antimicrobial
- FlorSept system antimicrobial protection
- Passes AATCC 174
Installation
- Full spread Shaw Sureset N5000 releasable adhesive
- Ecoworx ES, Shaw’s environmental self-adhesive system (custom option)
Performance
- Superior performance to traditional carpet tile backing
- 8X greater tear strength (ASTM D624)
- 5X greater tensile strength (ASTM D3574)
- 2X greater delamination strength (ASTM 3936)
Environmental
- Certified Silver Cradle to Cradle by McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC)
- PVC free
- Optimized for human health and safety
- Low VOC’s meeting CRI Green Label and Green Label Plus requirements
- 40% recycled content contributing to LEED certification
- 40% lighter in weight than traditional carpet tile backing
Warranty
Lifetime Commercial
Reclamation
Environmental guarantee: For cradle-to-cradle recycling, call 800-509-7429
EcoWorx Broadloom
Backing Description
100% thermoplastic polyolefin compound with a high performance reinforcing layer
Backing Process
3-step process:
- High performance precoat for maximum tuft bind
- Thermoplastic laminate for superior delamination strength
- Woven reinforced layer for stability
Primary Backing
Synthetic
Stabilizer
Woven reinforced layer
Average Weight
31 oz/yd² (1051 g/m²)
Width
12 feet standard (3.66 m)
Testing
- Radiant Panel Fire –Class 1 (based on pile construction)
- NBS Smoke < 450 (based on pile construction)
- Meets CRI’s Green Label Protocol
Antimicrobial
Passes AATCC 174 when installed with Shaw 3600
Installation
- Shaw 3500, 3600
Performance
- Superior performance to traditional broadloom backing
- Lifetime warranty against edge ravel and delamination
- Excellent pattern match
Environmental
- Certified Silver Cradle to Cradle by McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC)
- PVC-free
- Optimized for human health and safety
- Low VOC’s meeting CRI Green Label and Green Label Plus requirements
- Lighter weight than traditional broadloom backing
- Fully recyclable using Shaw’s proprietary dissolution process
- Contains 20.8% post consumer recycled content
Warranty
Lifetime Commercial
Reclamation
Environmental guarantee: For cradle-to-cradle recycling, call 800-509-7429
EcoWorx ES
Backing Description
EcoWorx with a thermoplastic hot melt pressure sensitive releasable adhesive
Backing Process
6-step process:
- High performance precoat for maximum tuft bind
- Thermoplastic laminate for superior delamination strength
- Fiberglass reinforcement for unmatched stability
- Final thermoplastic layer for added stability
- Die-cut into carpet tiles
- Hot melt adhesive for odor free installation
Primary Backing
Synthetic
Stabilizer
Fiberglass Mat
Average Weight
78 oz/yd² (2644.65 g/m²)
Dimensions
24” x 24” (standard) (60.96 cm x 60.96 cm); optional sizes available
ES Adhesive
1.1 oz/yd² (36 g/m²)
Testing
- Radiant Panel Fire –Class 1 (based on pile construction)
- NBS Smoke < 450 (based on pile construction)
- TVOCs < 500 micrograms/sqm/hr
Antimicrobial
- FlorSept system antimicrobial protection
- Passes AATCC 174
Installation
- Full spread Shaw Sureset N5000 releasable adhesive
- Ecoworx ES, Shaw’s environmental self-adhesive system (custom option)
Performance
- Superior performance to traditional carpet tile backing
- 8X greater tear strength (ASTM D624)
- 5X greater tensile strength (ASTM D3574)
- 2X greater delamination strength (ASTM 3936)
- May be applied to substrates, including raised floor panels
- Prevents the mess and cost of additional floor prep and/or skim coating
Environmental
- Non-aqueous adhesive with minimal odor
- Environmental Guarantee
- Certified Silver Cradle to Cradle McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC)
- PVC free
- Optimized for human health and safety
- Low VOC’s meeting CRI Green Label and Green Label Plus requirements
- 40% recycled content contributing to LEED certification
- 40% lighter in weight than traditional carpet tile backing
Warranty
Lifetime Commercial
Reclamation
Environmental guarantee: For cradle-to-cradle recycling, call 800-509-7429
EcoLogix
Backing Description
Performance precoat, fiberglass reinforced thermoplastic layer laminated with a
fiber matrix secondary containing 88% post consumer material
Backing Process
6-step process:
- High performance precoat for maximum tuft bind and moisture resistance
- Thermoplastic laminate for superior delamination strength
- Fiberglass reinforcement for unmatched stability
- Thermoplastic laminate
- Attached post consumer recycled fiber matrix pad for comfort under foot
- Die-cut into carpet tile
Pad Thickness
.150 inch (4.70 mm)
Pad Density
8.5 – 9.5 lbs/ft³ (136-152 kg/m³)
Primary Backing
Synthetic
Stabilizer
Fiberglass mat
Average Weight
85 oz/yd² (2949.80 gsm)
Dimensions
24” x 24” (standard) (60.96 cm x 60.96 cm); optional sizes available
Testing
- Radiant Panel Fire –Class 1 (based on pile construction)
- NBS Smoke < 450 (based on pile construction)
- TVOCs < 500 micrograms/sqm/hr
- Moisture Barrier – 24 hr. British Spill
Installation
- Full spread Shaw Sureset N5000 releasable adhesive
- EcoLogix ES, Shaw’s environmental self-adhesive system (custom option)
Performance
- Outperforms traditional cushion backed carpet tile
- 4X greater lamination strength
- 2X greater cushion retention
Environmental
- 88% post consumer recycled content
- High contribution to LEED project certification
- PVC free
- Low VOC’s meeting CRI Green Label and Green Label Plus requirements
Warranty
Lifetime Commercial
Unitary
For use with 12’ broadloom, a high-strength SBR latex backing with no secondary backing.
StaLok
An assortment of extremely high-performance backings with excellent pattern match capabilities.
StaLok Pattern
StaLock Cushion