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The answer to this question depends on many factors; the first is whether you're talking about solid hardwood flooring or engineered flooring. These two hardwood versions behave very differently with moisture and have different installation techniques, impacting whether concrete subfloors are okay....

Yes, as long as it’s the engineered flooring version of hardwood and as long as the subfloor is dry. Basements can be damp and, in a location like Connecticut, we have significant snowfalls and heavy rainstorms (like Nor'easters) that increase moisture levels.Engineered wood flooring is more ...

To quote a (true) cliche: "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," but sometimes, no matter how careful we are, wood floors will experience excess water from leaks, spills, floods, and weather. Of course, we all know about things like wiping spills immediately and placing mats ...

Ideal in any space, a solid or engineered hardwood installation assures elegant, timeless beauty like no other. Whether modern or classic, wood slats make an impressive foundation for any space, available in a fantastic array of varnish colors, species, and grains. This kind of surfacing, however, ...

It's not difficult to keep your hardwood flooring looking brand new. Dust and dirt stay on the surface where they can be easily removed. Keep in mind that wood floors are different from tile and vinyl floors. An all-purpose cleaner can dull a wood floor's finish, and a soap-based cleaner can leave ...

Everyone knows that moisture is a natural enemy of hardwood flooring, causing all manner of problematic behavior. So, what can you do about it?That is a great question and one we will discuss in today's post. So read along to find out more about it.Moisture and hardwood flooringYou often know you ...

If you have hardwood flooring, there will likely be times you’ll have to deal with moisture issues. In today's post, we will discuss that in greater detail, so your peace of mind will be as great as your wood flooring.Wood floors are an excellent addition to your homeHumidity and other moisture ...

Moisture is an issue with hardwood flooring, no matter how you approach the problem. The good news is there are ways to combat it so that you don’t have to worry about water damage for better floors for years to come.Deal with moisture and wood floorsWood floors naturally absorb moisture from the ...

Hardwood flooring is known for many outstanding attributes, including a long lifespan, excellent durability, and appearance options that create the perfect décor match. But it is often most sought-after for the value it adds to your home.Wood floors can do so muchOne of the reasons that hardwood ...

If you have hardwood flooring, you might experience moisture issues at some point in time. There are many causes and proper solutions for each one, so read along for more information about the topic.Wood floors and moisture don’t mixMany issues can cause moisture issues with your wood floors. ...

You can’t tell the difference between solid and engineered hardwood after the floor is installed. But you can see that engineered wood contrasts solid wood when you examine one of the man-made planks. A surface layer of hardwood tops a base made up of plywood layers situated in different directions....

Winters can be hard on hardwood, especially the kind of winters we get here in Connecticut. On the one hand, the air is drier and filled with static, but, on the other hand, much more moisture gets tracked in from outside. Help! What do we do to keep our hardwood flooring healthy during this time ...