Moisture

Understand ‘Normal’ and ‘Abnormal’ Gaps in Wood Flooring

Wood floor expert Howard Brickman explains the straightforward facts about wood floor gaps—when they're OK and when they aren't.

Relatively small gaps can appear more objectionable when the floor is stained dark and the lighter color of the wood appears in the gaps.

Wood Floor Mystery #16: It’s Cupping, But There’s No Water Here, Part 2 (the Answer!)

Stephen Diggins knew there had to be water somewhere in this house causing the wood flooring to cup ... and he found it when the disgusting black water ended up pouring right onto his face and down his shirt.

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Wood Floor Mystery #16: It’s Cupping, But There’s No Water Here, Part 1

Wood floor pro Stephen Diggins inspects a solid wood floor that's cupping—but there's no water anywhere. Where is the cupping coming from?

What Lies Beneath: How I Prevent Moisture Problems Before the Sale

Wood flooring expert Adam Bissey and moisture expert Gary Szymanski explain how to combine to fix moisture problems in basements and crawl spaces so that the wood floors are protected.

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Engineered Flooring and Low RH: What Can Happen and Why

Wood flooring expert Howard Brickman explains that forces at play with low relative humidity and engineered wood flooring—forces that can lead to dry-cupping, splits and more.

The raised edge of this wear layer (lamella) was created by shrinkage due to seasonal low relative humidity.

Wood Flooring Q&A: Is That Moisture Reading Correct?

A moisture meter is your best insurance for knowing if a wood floor is ready for installation, but only if you’re using it correctly and its results are accurate. Here's how you can tell.

Inaccurate moisture meter readings could lead to thinking the flooring is acclimated correctly for installation when it isn’t.

Wood Floor Q&A: Moisture & Engineered Wood Flooring

Do you really need to moisture-test and use a moisture barrier with engineered wood flooring? Sean Connolly of Belknap White Group answers.

When the RH gets low, problems like these splits in the veneer can happen in some engineered flooring.

Moisture Mitigation Solutions: Protecting Wood Floors From Moisture Issues (Sponsored)

Should you select a single-step or two-step application when it comes to moisture vapor protection for your wood flooring installation? Understand the pros and cons.

Bostik’s Ultra-Set SingleStep2® provides installers a single-step adhesive and moisture vapor barrier in one.

Bona® R540 for Moisture Protection and Peace of Mind (Sponsored)

Sponsored: Homeowners and contractors alike will have peace of mind that their newly installed floors will be protected.

Tips To Avoid Trouble on Engineered Flooring Installations

There’s a lot of science behind this engineered flooring, and if you don’t follow directions, you might have complications down the line. Here are seven important tips to know to avoid trouble when working with engineered wood flooring.

If you have poor prep, you’ll have a poor install, so we make sure the subfloor is clean and as flat as possible.

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Mixing Water And Wood: Why Relative Humidity Matters

Most wood floor pros intuitively know that relative humidity is important to the long-term success of wood floors. But why? Andrew St. James, Ph.D., explains the science.

Low relative humidity can result in gaps between boards and, in engineered flooring, splits across the face.

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