NEWS & RESOURCES
Longitudinal separation of the fibers in wood that do not go through the whole cross section. Checks result from tension stresses during the drying process. A lumber defect caused by uneven shrinking of the wood during drying. A checked board has splits that develop lengthwise across the growth rings.
The action of allowing the finish to completely dry and reach its fullest hardness potential. Different finishes will cure at different rates.
Usually refers to how the solid hardwood veneer for an engineered floor is cut. There are three cutting methods: dry solid-sawn, rotary-peeled and sliced-peel.
Refers to engineered hardwood planks stacked on top of each other, in alternating directions, creating dimensionally stable flooring less affected by moisture and changes in humidity.
Refers to a type of sealer that is acid curing and resistant to stain and spotting.
Refers to patterned markings on the floor caused by the use of a drum sander.
Refers to a more advanced finishing technology using ceramics to increase abrasion resistance of the hardwood.