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As a natural living material, hardwood floor must be taken care of after installation has been completed. Flooring should be sheltered from direct sunlight by curtains, blinds or similar window protection. Timber may be affected by heat from sources such as free-standing heaters and stoves, as well as high voltage down lights.
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ONSITE ACCLIMATISATION
Timber is a natural living product, On-site acclimatisation is important. The correct site storage is vital for the longevity of your hardwood floor. Try to leave timber in the room where it will be laid – make sure timber is stacked up as two cross beams so that they have adequate ventilation. Timber should be acclimatised for at least two weeks to allow its dimensions to adjust to the climate conditions of the room prior to laying.
SITE FLOOR PEPARATION
SECRET NAIL/TOP NAIL INSTALLATION
Floor boards 95 mm wide or under, can be ‘secret’ nailed by nailing or stapling through the tongue of the board. Secret nailing profiles are available or the nails can be driven at an angle through the tongue of standard profile boards. Wider boards of up to 130 mm are top-nailed.
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As a natural living material, hardwood floor must be taken care of after installation has been completed. Flooring should be sheltered from direct sunlight by curtains, blinds or similar window protection. Timber may be affected by heat from sources such as free-standing heaters and stoves, as well as high voltage down lights.
In areas where extreme temperature or moisture variations are common, cracks may appear in the floor. Adding moisture to the air with a humidifier may be the answer. Air conditioners are rarely humidity corrected and particularly in winter, can create an extremely dry atmosphere which can cause shrinkage and cracking of the floor.
Always fit protective pads to the legs of chairs and tables so that they can be easily moved without the risk of scuffing the floor. For furniture with casters, it is preferable that they are composed of soft rubber, as hard rubber/plastic may cause damage to the floor.
Regularly sweep or vacuum the floor, or if you prefer, a damp mop. Do not wet mop a timber floor. Washing your floor with water may cause your floor to ridge or buckle so it should be used sparingly and remain on the floor for the shortest time possible.
