The benefit of an engineered floor is that in most cases it can be installed directly over a concrete substrate that is clean, flat, dry and structurally sound. See the installation guidelines for more detailed installation guidelines.
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Prefinished Wood Flooring
The top 10 questions for Prefinished Wood Flooring
Q. Can I install an engineered floor over a concrete subfloor?
Q. Can I repair my damaged floor?
Typically yes. For minor scratches or dents the use of a touch up kit can repair damaged boards. If damage cannot be repaired by a touch-up kit, single board replacements can be performed by a certified installer.
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Q. Can I install a hardwood floor in a full bathroom?
Installing a wood floor in a full bathroom is not recommended due the high moisture associated with these areas which can increase the potential for problems to develop.
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Q. How do I care for my recently purchased floor?
By observing a few precautions and setting up a regular cleaning routine and maintenance program, you can expect years of beauty from your BEST floor. The following are examples of the reasonable and necessary maintenance you are expected to perform.
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Q. How can I test for moisture content of a concrete slab?
Currently there are several methods to test concrete for moisture. One of most recognized by the floor covering industry is the Calcium Chloride Test Method which requires that three CaCl tests be performed per 1000 square feet of concrete and one additional for each additional 1000 square feet of concrete.
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Q. What does “Floating” a floor mean?
All engineered BEST flooring wider than 3” can be floated. This refers to an installation procedure where the tongue and grooves of the boards are glued together, but the floor is not glued directly onto the sub-floor. The weight of the floor itself holds it in place. This type of installation is ideal for...
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Q. What is the difference between laminate, engineered and solid wood flooring?
Laminate: pressed particle board with a photograph of wood applied to the surface.
Laminate flooring contains NO actual wood. It can be installed almost anywhere, using a click together or glue installation.
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Q. Is engineered flooring real wood?
Yes, engineered flooring is made up of real wood veneers (generally 3, 5 or 7 plys) . The graining of each layer runs in the opposite direction of the layer above and below it, thus acting as a check and balance system, keeping the wood from expanding or shrinking too far in one direction.
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