Many hardwood flooring problems are preventable simply by acclimatising the wood before you install and testing the moisture condition of the subfloor.
THE SOLUTION One of the best things you can do to prevent and diagnose problems with wood flooring is to measure the moisture content of both the flooring and the subfloor — and if the subfloor is concrete, be sure to use an in-situ relative humidity (RH) test.
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Keep in mind, though, that many other factors help limit wood flooring challenges, including:
• Proper installation. • Adequate fasteners. • Moisture retarders.
Instead of risking your next installation job, test the moisture content of your flooring accurately and non-invasively by using a pinless moisture meter.
Non-damaging pinless moisture meters help you determine both the wood’s MC and the ambient RH, which ultimately guide you to making those ever-important installation and repair decisions.
If you want to avoid all the moisture problems mentioned above, an Orion pinless moisture meter by Wagner Meters is your best option for accuracy, reliability, and ease of use.
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SIMPLE MAINTENANCE Wood floors are gorgeous but not effortless to care for. Keeping floors as beautiful as the day they were installed isn’t easy — but it is definitely worth the effort.
If your customers know how to properly care for their wood floors, they can last a very long time.
Things like regular cleaning, removing shoes, and clipping a pet’s nails can help increase the floor’s lifespan. And, it’s always a good idea to remind your customers of the simple practices they can implement so they can keep their floors beautiful for years to come.
BOTTOM LINE? There are plenty of challenges to installing and owning hardwood floors. However, the most common and damaging culprit is moisture.
Stay in control of moisture by acclimatising your floors, making sure your subfloor is dry, and regularly testing the MC of the hardwood with an accurate, non-damaging pinless meter.
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