Is the Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow good for a basement?

Yes. Shaw lists it for installation above, on or below grade, so below-grade rooms like basements are approved. The glue-down bond helps on a concrete slab, provided the slab is dry and flat.

How does it differ from click-lock vinyl planks?

It is a direct-glue product, so planks are adhered to the subfloor rather than snapped together. That gives a solid, quiet feel but requires adhesive, subfloor prep and more installation time.

What is the wear layer and why does it matter?

It has a 12 mil wear layer, a mid-range thickness for residential vinyl. It handles normal foot traffic and furniture well, though it is not a commercial-grade wear layer.

Can it go over an existing floor?

Glue-down vinyl generally needs a sound, flat, clean substrate. Shaw's installation guidelines govern what is acceptable, so check them before going over tile or another hard floor.

How thick are the planks?

They are 2 mm thick, which is thin for vinyl plank. That keeps transitions low but means the subfloor must be flat, since bumps can show through.

What comes in a carton?

Each carton covers 34.98 square feet of 7" x 48" planks. Order extra for cuts and waste, as with any plank floor.

Where is the Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow Luxury Vinyl Plank cheapest?

At Ferguson Home, for $83.60, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow Luxury Vinyl Plank?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.

Where can I buy the Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow Luxury Vinyl Plank?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Ferguson Home, Floor City.

Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow Luxury Vinyl Plank

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Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow Luxury Vinyl Plank

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Last seen at $83.60 at Ferguson Home on Nov 12.

Our take on the Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow Luxury Vinyl Plank

The Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow is a glue-down luxury vinyl plank with grey wood visuals, a 12 mil wear layer and a 2 mm body. Its ScufResist finish resists scuffs and scratches, and it can be installed above, on or below grade, so basements are fair game. The 7" x 48" planks with square edges give a clean, long-board look. It suits budget-minded remodelers and DIYers who want a thin, durable floor over a solid subfloor, but it needs adhesive and a flat, prepared substrate, which makes it more installation work than click-lock rivals.

Best forBasements and below-grade roomsDIYers comfortable with glue-down installsRental and budget renovationsRooms wanting a long, clean plank look

Pros

12 mil wear layer handles everyday foot traffic
ScufResist finish resists scuffs and scratches
Approved for above, on and below grade
Long 48-inch planks with square edges for a clean look
Thin 2 mm profile sits low under doors and transitions

Cons

Glue-down install needs adhesive and a flat, clean subfloor
2 mm body is thin, so subfloor imperfections can telegraph
Square edges leave no bevel to hide minor height differences
Not a floating or click system, so removal is harder

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About the Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow Luxury Vinyl Plank

Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow (3342V-00520) is a luxury vinyl plank with a grey wood look. It is part of the Infinite range and is made for direct glue installation.

Each plank has a ScufResist® surface finish and a 12 mil wear layer. Overall thickness is 2 mm. The planks measure 7" x 48" and have square edges.

Shadow can be installed above, on, or below grade. Installation details follow Shaw's instructions.

Style: Shadow, grey wood visual
Model number: 3342V-00520
Collection: Infinite 12
Plank size: 7" x 48"
Thickness: 2 mm
Wear layer: 12 mil
Surface finish: ScufResist®
Edges: Square
Construction: Luxury vinyl, glue down
Installation: Direct glue
Grade level: Above, on, or below grade
Coverage: 34.98 sq ft per carton

Questions and answers

Is the Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow good for a basement?: Yes. Shaw lists it for installation above, on or below grade, so below-grade rooms like basements are approved. The glue-down bond helps on a concrete slab, provided the slab is dry and flat.
How does it differ from click-lock vinyl planks?: It is a direct-glue product, so planks are adhered to the subfloor rather than snapped together. That gives a solid, quiet feel but requires adhesive, subfloor prep and more installation time.
What is the wear layer and why does it matter?: It has a 12 mil wear layer, a mid-range thickness for residential vinyl. It handles normal foot traffic and furniture well, though it is not a commercial-grade wear layer.
Can it go over an existing floor?: Glue-down vinyl generally needs a sound, flat, clean substrate. Shaw's installation guidelines govern what is acceptable, so check them before going over tile or another hard floor.
How thick are the planks?: They are 2 mm thick, which is thin for vinyl plank. That keeps transitions low but means the subfloor must be flat, since bumps can show through.
What comes in a carton?: Each carton covers 34.98 square feet of 7" x 48" planks. Order extra for cuts and waste, as with any plank floor.
Where is the Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow Luxury Vinyl Plank cheapest?: At Ferguson Home, for $83.60, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow Luxury Vinyl Plank?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.
Where can I buy the Shaw Infinite 12 Shadow Luxury Vinyl Plank?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Ferguson Home, Floor City.