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Wood is an extraordinary, beautiful, natural material
that is proven to add value to your home — both
as a financial investment, and from an enjoyment standpoint.
Because it is a natural element, there are things you
should know and expect from real hardwood flooring:
• Natural Color Changes: Just as your own skin “tans” with
exposure to sunlight, wood flooring will undergo color
changes with exposure to both artificial and natural
light. Some color change may be dramatic — exotic
species are especially prone to color change. Brazilian
Cherry and Tiger Wood, for example, will become deeper
and more red over time and with exposure to light. You
should occasionally move area rugs and furniture that
block light and may give the appearance of discoloration
underneath.
• Natural Movement: Wood will expand and contract
with seasonal moisture level changes. This may give the
appearance of gaps or cracks in your floor — this
is not a product defect. The wider the flooring, the
more each individual piece will expand or contract with
changes in moisture content. This movement can be minimized
with proper use of HVAC including humidity control. Engineered
flooring is less prone to natural movement, because it
is “engineered” for dimensional stability.
• Natural Characteristics: Naturally occurring
wood characteristics such as mineral streaks, knots,
variations in grain and color are part of every hardwood
floor. These characteristics are what make each floor
unique.
DUE TO MANY OF THESE NATURAL CHARACTERISTICS, YOUR NEWLY
INSTALLED FLOOR WILL VARY FROM SAMPLES OR PICTURES SHOWN.
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