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

Acclimated Rehmeyer Walnut Floor

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.

Cross stacking wood floor for acclimation

Optimum Moisture Content for Wood Floors