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Expansion Spacing

The amount of space left at the baseboard to allow for expansion.

Area of perimeter left to account for expansion.

Changes in dimension due to swelling and contracting of the flooring as a result of moisture.

Refers to the species of wood found outside of North America. These are typically more expensive due to their more limited availability.

Refers to the factors about hardwood–or any other product–that make it easy on the environment.