by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -S, Uncategorized
The contraction of wood fibres caused by drying below the fibre saturation point (usually around 25-27% MC). Valves are expressed as a percentage of the dimension of the wood when green.
by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -S, Uncategorized
Flooring that isn’t tongue-and-grooved. May also refer to square-edge strip flooring that is face-nailed when installed.
by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -S, Uncategorized
Surfaced 2 sides
by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -S, Uncategorized
See “Conversion-Varnish Sealers”.
by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -S, Uncategorized
A finish which also serves to seal the wood to protect it, applied directly to the surface without penetration.
by Jana L | Mar 3, 2022 | Glossary of Terms, Glossary of Terms -S, Uncategorized
The subfloor is the structure that provides support to the top layer of flooring, such as hardwood or laminate. Often, a subfloor is laid over the joists and is made of plywood or cement. The strips are side-matched and end-matched (tongue-and-grooved). They are for...
