by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
The ability of the wood species or finish to withstand the conditions or destructive agents with which it comes in contact in actual usage, without an appreciable change in appearance or other important properties.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
A heavy artificial texture in which the floor has been scraped, scratched or gouged to give it a timeworn antique look.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
Certain hardwoods in which the pores tend to be uniform in size and distribution throughout each annual ring or to decrease in size slightly and gradually toward the outer border of the annual growth ring. Hard maple is an example.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
The decorative layer is the layer of laminate flooring that gives the flooring its appearance. The decorative layer can feature a photo image that imitates the look of wood grain or the swirl and textures of marble or ceramic.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
Crook, conk, decay, split, sweep, or other injury that decreases the amount of usable wood that can be obtained from a log.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
General term used to denote decay or rot in timber. Synonymous with ‘decay’ and are any form of decay which may be evident as either a discoloration or a softening of the wood.
