Mohawk's new Enhanced Engineered Construction (EEC) results in engineered hardwood products that are more stable, denser, heavier and flatter than typical engineered hardwood products. Along with benefits that make installation even more precise, these hardwood products are more environmentally responsible than ever before.
EEC creates much stronger bonds between wood layers than those found in traditional engineered hardwood products. EEC takes “tree memory” out of the core, which is still an issue with plywood based products. As a result, Mohawk’s engineered wood with EEC provides superior dent resistance and better stability in a variety of climate conditions, particularly with the extremely popular wider, longer plank sizes.
Mohawk’s EEC products use less virgin timber than traditional engineered wood and solid wood flooring. This environmental edge means that your Mohawk floor does not require cutting down as many trees. All of Mohawk’s EEC engineered wood meet or exceed CARB Phase 2 and stringent FloorScore requirements, providing better indoor air quality and a safer planet. EEC construction also has a high percentage of post industrial recycled content (recycled wood chips), making these products eligible for LEED points.
Mohawk’s EEC products are suitable for installation above, on and below grade. They can also be installed with staples, nails, glue or can be floated. That means standard tools and installation methods can be used. And since Mohawk's EEC products lay flatter than typical engineered products, installation can go faster.
In addition to providing improved performance attributes, Mohawk's EEC manufacturing process creates a superior quality product. EEC allows for more precise milling tolerances that greatly reduces product inconsistencies. EEC also reduces the chance of edge-checking along the grain of the wood surface. Ultimately, this means superior installation for homeowners and builders.
Mohawk EEC hardwood floors are Made in USA and feature outstanding colors which coordinate with major interior design trends that have a distinct North American focus.