Do I need to leave an expansion gap when installing solid wood flooring?
Yes, it is vital to the life of your floor that you leave an expansion gap. Your installer will be able to determine the correct spacing based on the type of flooring you are installing. [Back To Top] • Do you make recommendations for selecting installers? No. For assistance in finding a professional contact the National Wood Flooring Association through the following links: http://www.woodfloors.org/consumer/findPro.aspx http://www.nwfacp.org/findCp.aspx [Back To Top] • How do I acclimate my hardwood floor? Acclimation times vary depending on the condition of the environment it is expected to perform in, and the moisture content of the flooring upon delivery to the jobsite. Rack out the flooring in such a way as to maximize the airflow and check the MC of the material and the sub floor regularly – the NWFA Guidelines recommend allowing the sub floor and the flooring to acclimate to within 4% of each other prior to installation. [Back To Top] • How do I calculate what widths I need for
