FAQ: Should My Wood Floors be Acclimated Prior to Installation? …. YES!!

Acclimation, sometimes called conditioning, is the process of allowing wood to reach its equilibrium moisture content (EMC) within “normal living conditions” of the location where the wood floor is to be installed. Acclimating the hardwood planks is one of the MOST important steps of hardwood floor installation. Testing existing moisture content, cross stacking the wood, and ensuring equilibrium moisture content is achieved prior to installation are important. Click here FAQ: Should Wood Floors be Acclimated Prior to Installation? for the full article.