by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
Changes in the color of wood which affect only its appearance.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
The decomposition of wood substance by fungi (other terms: rot, dote).
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
A cutting method for the real hardwood veneer that is glued on the top of engineered hardwood flooring. It involves letting the wood dry out slowly with a low humidity level to keep moisture from inside the wood cells intact, reducing the risk of cupping. It is the...
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
A type of sander used to smooth the surface of hardwood before finishing, known to leave chatter marks.
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
Refers to the intentional scratching, scraping and/or gouging of a flooring surface to create an antique look. This is accomplished either through hand scraping or by machine. Floors that are distressed by hand will be unique – no two floors will be alike. Floors...
by Jana L | Mar 1, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -D, Uncategorized
The ability of the hardwood to retain its dimensions throughout its lifetime, avoiding warping, swelling and contracting in response to moisture and changes in temperature and humidity. High dimensional stability means the floor does not significantly warp, shrink or...
