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We often get asked the same questions about wood flooring over and over again.  Here are the top 10 questions and answers that we get asked about wood flooring? Continue reading →

Acclimatising wooden flooring (engineered or solid) to its new surroundings is very important. This will minimise the risk of any movement and damage once it has been installed. Continue reading →

As wooden flooring is a natural product, it will react naturally to changes in the environment that it is in. Wood will adjust in shape and size according to the particular climate and atmosphere. For example, in a dry climate your hardwood floor will lose moisture and shrink, conversely in a humid climate your hardwood floor can absorb the moisture in the air and expand. These are all natural processes but it is important to allow your hardwood floor to adjust and acclimatise to its surroundings prior to installation to avoid these changes occurring once the floor has been laid. Continue reading →