by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -G, Uncategorized
The recommended mastic or adhesive is spread on with the proper sized trowel to adhere the wood flooring to the subfloor. You should know that engineered wood floors and parquets can be glued down. Solid strip floors and plank floors can only be nailed or...
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -G, Uncategorized
Three distinct grain patterns: Plain Sawn; Vertical; Curly. Plain Sawn has an arching grain. Vertical has pinstripes with no growth rings over 45 degrees perpendicular to the face and Curly is the rarest.
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -G, Uncategorized
A stamp or symbol indicating the grade, quality, and/or intended use of a piece of lumber, plywood, or other wood products. To be recognized as “grade marked”, the product must bear an official stamp issued by a grading agency and must be applied by a qualified...
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -G, Uncategorized
Heartwood is typically a medium reddish brown with irregularly spaced streaks of dark brown to black. Color tends to darken with age. Grain can be straight, but is usually wavy or interlocked. Fine, uniform texture with good natural luster. Hard, heavy, and dense....
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -G, Uncategorized
Modified fibers that are associated with tension wood in hardwoods.
by Jana L | Mar 2, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -G, Uncategorized
Refers to the alignment of the fibers in the wood, which designates the pattern seen on the flooring. Each wood species has its own unique graining and texture.
