Engineered Board
An engineered timber floor is a multi-layered floor composed of genuine wood but has a core of ply, pine or rubber wood with a layer of hardwood veneer applied to the top surface. The main difference from solid timber is that engineered floorboards are composed of two or more layers of wood bonded together under heat and pressure.
1What are the benefits of engineered board?
- Engineered hardwood flooring is designed to reduce the moisture problems associated with conventional hardwood
- Its layers block moisture and provide added stability to your floor
- Engineered flooring will not swell or warp, making it very low maintenance
2What are the disadvantages of engineered board?
- Compared to solid hardwood in terms of costs, engineered floors are still considerably more expensive than laminate, tile and carpet
- Veneers that are too thin will prevent sanding and refinishing opportunities that may double the lifetime of the floor
3
Is it better to glue or float an engineered wood floor?
Floating wood floors are easier to install than glue down floors and can be put into place faster, If you're trying to install a floor over a surface that traditional glue-down flooring can't attach to, you are better off going with a floating floor if you don't want to change your subfloor.
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Do floating engineered floors make noise?
Moisture & Movement. Edge-glued floating floors are typically engineered floors that are assembled with a bead of glue between the tongue and groove around the perimeter of each board. If you have an edge-glued floating floor that is making a lot of noise, chances are the issue is either floor prep or moisture.
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What happens when engineered wood gets wet?
When wood gets wet, the wood absorbs the water and begins to expand and eventually cup (or warp). If you have engineered hardwood, the water can also pass through the planks and loosen the glue beneath so that the floors start to pop up as they expand.
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Can you use vinegar on engineered hardwood floors?
Avoid using cleaning products that include vinegar, soap-based cleaners or wax on engineered hardwood flooring. These could erode or damage the veneer surface on the upper layer of hardwood. Never clean with steel wool, melamine sponges or a steam cleaner, as these could also leave behind irreversible wear and tear.
