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Hardwood Flooring 101
There are many different types of species now available, different finish types, construction types…

Types of Hardwood Flooring
In this section we will discuss the two basic construction types, as well as the unique benefits and drawbacks each has to offer.

Wood Flooring Construction
In this chapter we will discuss the 3 types of cuts used in hardwood flooring manufacturing:
Plain Sawn, Rift Sawn and Quarter Sawn.

Wood Finishes 101
Pre-Finished vs. Unfinished Hardwoods
Factory Prefinish Types
Job Site Finish Types
What type of Finish do I have on my Floor?
Things You Should Not Expect From a Wood Flooring Finish


Flooring Installation Guide

1 Installation Introduction
2 Handling & Storage
3 Job Site Conditions
3.1 Installing over Concrete
3.2 Testing Concrete for Excessive Moisture
3.3 Concrete Slab Preparation Prior to Installation
4 Laying & Fastening
5 Plank Flooring
6 Laying a New Strip Floor Over an Old Floor
7 Parquet, Block Herringbone & Similar Flooring
8 Special Construction Situations
9 Tips for Easier & Better Flooring Installations
10 Strip Flooring on Walls & Ceilings
11 Installation of Gymnasium Floors over a Concrete Slab

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