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.
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...
