Do hardwood floors need wax to restore the sheen when they become dull?
No. Today’s hard surface finishes require no wax. Wax only sits on top of a hard surface finish causing an uneven sheen with even limited traffic and also prevents re-coating. (Back to top) Does the subfloor have to be perfectly level to install a hardwood floor? Depends on the product being installed. For traditional nail down flooring the subfloor does not have to be perfectly level, but must be flat for installation. For floating and glue down floors the subfloor has to be level. (Back to top) What is the appropriate time period for allowing the wood to acclimate to the house? Hardwood flooring is typically kiln dried between 6% & 9% moisture content. In a dry home environment it is desirable to allow flooring materials to acclimate for several days before installation. Where floors are being added to existing homes one can allow as long a time as is practical for acclimation. Ideal conditions in a new construction or remodel situation would provide that all wet work has been comple
