Installing and
finishing of wood floors is a detailed and painstaking project for the do it
yourselfer (DIY). It's rewards are the enjoyment of the enduring beauty a wood
floor gives to any room setting. The following links provide information that
is generally accepted in the trade and have incorporated many years of
experience. A successful installation depends upon the installer and close
attention to details before, & during the actual installation process. The
information provided here is true for most hardwood floorings, however they DO
NOT represent foolproof instructions and individual applications vary from job
site to job site. ALWAYS read and follow manufacturers instructions. Wood
Floors Online AND Wood Floors International, Inc., assumes NO risk or
liability for these procedures or their use. Knowing the
terms used will help you understand the how's & what's about wood
floor installation. Take a few minutes to check out some other related links
to help you understand these procedures more fully. If in doubt or questions
arise contact technical assistance at:
InstallingWoodFloors.com-Linked
directly to the Installation Manual published by NOFMA with Industry
accepted standards.
FinishingWoodFloors.com
- Hot linked Directly to the
National Oak Flooring Manufacturers Association's
Finishing Manual of Procedures and tips from start to finish.
Floated - laminates
or engineered
Glued - laminates
or engineered
Nailed/Stapled -
engineered or solids
