When you install new flooring in your home, you want it to last forever–or as long as it possibly can. One aspect that greatly helps with this durability is the flooring’s level of water resistance. So is engineered hardwood flooring waterproof? Read on to find out more.
Tag Archives: humidity
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Jan
Jan
Water boil proof (WBP) glue is a crucial element of our premium engineered hardwood flooring. But what is it? And why do we believe it’s so important to use in our flooring?
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Mar
Mar
When you add hardwood floors to your home, your first thought probably isn’t about how the relative humidity in your home will affect them. You’re more likely thinking about how great they look. But if you want to keep them looking great, it’s important to understand how the humidity in your home can impact your […]
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Jun
Jun
We work directly with many of our clients, so we want to steer you in the right direction when it comes to maintenance. We hope to help them prevent damage and make the most of their investment in wide plank engineered hardwood flooring. Here are our top tips to prolong the life of your beautiful […]
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Feb
Feb
We’ve discussed the risks of too much humidity for hardwood floors, but what about too much dryness? Dry winter weather and overly dry interiors can affect the foundations of our homes — and our health — in many ways. Now here’s how to keep it from damaging your flooring (without having to turn off the […]
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Jul
Jul
“Engineered” doesn’t mean “fake.” It’s real, and it has you in mind.
Whether you live in Chicago, like our satellite office, or near our factory in Vietnam, or somewhere else in the wide world, you’ll probably experience humid weather at some point during the year. If you do, you should know that humidity can affect the health and appearance of your hardwood floors.