1. Why do oval bulges appear on the edges of the floorboards?
Answer: Floor bulges usually refer to foreign objects in the base material of solid wood composite floors or laminate floors, which cause the floor surface to rise and form bulges. Deformed floor bubbles refer to gas entering the floor paint during production or use, causing the floor surface paint to rise and form bubbles. It is recommended to replace the floors with bulges or bubbles, as bulged floors affect aesthetics and bubble damage can easily lead to paint peeling.
2. The wooden floor in my house is rotting, how can I solve this?
Answer: Wooden floor rot is usually caused by moisture, and being in a damp state for a long time leads to rot. It's suggested to replace the rotten floors, lay anti-moisture pads under the floor, frequently open windows for ventilation to accelerate air circulation, and maintain appropriate indoor air humidity.
3. Which type of floor wax is better? Are there any brands you recommend?
Answer: Wax enhances the brightness of the floor and increases beauty, but frequent use is not recommended because it has adhesiveness and easily attracts dust that is hard to clean. There are various types of floor waxes available in large building materials supermarkets; just pay attention to the product instructions when purchasing.
4. The wooden floor has developed cracks due to water penetration, what should I do?
Answer: After being soaked in water, the water content of the floor rises sharply. Once the water evaporates, the water content of the floor will gradually decrease. Due to internal stress, wood tends to crack when drying out, so cracking can be understood. It is recommended to replace cracked floors and take anti-moisture measures under the floor to avoid water seepage again.
5. Which bamboo floor brand in China currently has good quality and reasonable price? What issues should be noted during use?
Answer: Bamboo floor manufacturers are mainly concentrated in Anji, Zhejiang Province, and Jiangxi Province. Before installing bamboo floors, insect prevention measures should be taken, such as spreading insect-proof camphor blocks under the bamboo floors.
6. Our house is a second-hand one, previously tiled, and we want to renovate it before our wedding, but we plan to live here for only 6-7 years. How should we lay the floor?
Answer: If you don't intend to live here for a long time, it's suggested to use solid wood composite floors or laminate floors. For two reasons: One, if the original tiles are flat enough, you can directly lay a moisture-proof film on top of the tiles and install the floor, which is convenient; Two, solid wood composite floors and laminate floors are more affordable than solid wood floors, offering more choices and being cost-effective.
7. After home renovation, many black spots similar to scratches were left on the floor surface. They feel neither raised nor sunken, seemingly like the floor's natural color. It seems like they were left by some kind of hard plastic, but that's just a guess. How should I remove them?
Answer: This situation requires "specific analysis for specific problems." Without seeing photos, it can only be guessed that there might be two possibilities: One, excessive paint during production that accumulates on the floor surface; Two, other paints splashing onto the floor surface during application and curing into piles.
8. Is color variation in floors a quality issue? Can color variation be completely eliminated?
Answer: In the national standard for floors, color variation is not listed as a quality issue. If the color variation is significant, colors can be transitioned or the boards with noticeable differences can be laid in less visible places, such as under the bed or furniture. Consumers should rationally approach floor color variations. Color variation is a natural attribute of wood, and the colors of wood from different parts of the tree (such as the tip and root) are inconsistent. Similarly, the colors of trees facing south and north are also inconsistent. As the saying goes: there are no two identical leaves in the world, and similarly, there are no two identical floors.
9. Our home has poor lighting. Could you recommend brighter floors? However, our furniture style is rather old-fashioned. What type of floor would harmonize well with it?
Answer: For homes with low lighting and old-fashioned furniture styles, it's recommended to purchase floors with higher brightness and reddish colors, such as our company's Balsamwood Solid Wood Composite Floors.
10. Which brand of wooden floor offers better value for money?
Answer: Different floor brands have their own strengths, and it cannot be said that one brand is definitely better or worse. It is suggested to purchase mature market material species, such as Indigo Wood and Heavy Ant Wood. These floors are relatively stable in performance and reasonably priced.
11. What are the specific requirements for A-grade quality floors?
Answer: Marking floors as A-grade is not standardized. Internationally, floor grades are divided into Excellent, First Grade, and Qualified. For A-grade, some manufacturers may label it as Excellent, First Grade, or even Qualified. Different floor grades have different national standard requirements. Higher-grade floors have stricter requirements for physical and chemical properties and appearance quality, while lower-grade floors have relatively looser requirements. Generally, qualified grade brand floors can be used normally.
12. I've always wanted to keep a Labrador Retriever, but we have solid wood floors at home. Will dogs scratch the floor?
Answer: Pet claws are generally sharp, and the wear resistance of solid wood floor paint is suitable for general wear and tear. Small pets have little impact, but for larger pets, it is not recommended to use solid wood floors.
13. Does composite flooring offer the best value for money?
Answer: Solid wood composite flooring has a solid wood surface layer and a base made of multi-layer solid wood veneers. Therefore, it has the texture and foot feel of solid wood flooring and the stability of laminate flooring, with prices generally between solid wood flooring and laminate flooring, offering high cost-effectiveness and aligning with green and sustainable consumption trends. North American Maple Flooring has seen this consumption trend and continues to promote solid wood composite flooring domestically.
14. What are the considerations regarding the thickness of solid wood composite flooring? What are the advantages and disadvantages of thin and thick floors? What are the differences and pros and cons of using glue versus not using glue (is glue-free more environmentally friendly)? What are the precautions when selecting solid wood composite flooring?
Answer: The thickness of solid wood composite flooring is generally between 12 to 18 millimeters, with 12mm and 15mm being the most common. Some export-oriented floors may also be thinner or thicker. Thin floors are suitable for underfloor heating, consume less heat, and transfer heat quickly, making them more economical. Thick floors provide a more genuine solid wood texture and foot feel.
Solid wood composite flooring inevitably uses adhesive during production, but the environmental performance of branded floor adhesives is generally reliable. When selecting solid wood composite flooring, it is recommended to choose branded floors with quality and after-sales service guarantees. In terms of product quality, pay attention to issues such as warping and chipped paint. The color patterns should harmonize with the decoration style. Since the surface layer of solid wood composite flooring is pure solid wood, there may be some color variation, which consumers should rationally accept.
15. Are there any differences between wide and narrow floors? Is it just a matter of personal preference?
Answer: For solid wood floors, narrow floors are more stable than wide ones, but for larger area installations, wide floors create a more grand and elegant look. Solid wood composite floors and laminate floors come in wider varieties, with fewer size restrictions compared to solid wood floors.
16. What is the best season to lay floors?
Answer: Solid wood composite floors and laminate floors are less affected by external factors and can be installed year-round. Solid wood floors, however, are more affected by external conditions. If time permits, spring and autumn are more suitable. In summer, the air humidity is relatively high, and shortly after installation, warping and arching may occur. In winter, the air humidity is relatively low, and shortly after installation, gaps and cracks may appear. Of course, this is also closely related to the performance of the floor species.
17. How should floors be maintained daily? How often should they be waxed? Does humid weather have a significant impact on floors?
Answer: The use and maintenance of floors greatly affect their lifespan. Maintenance of floors generally involves the following points:
1) Sweep and wipe frequently near doorways. Avoid bringing stones, mud, or gray into the floor area, and prevent sand particles and other hard objects from scratching the floor surface. It is recommended to place a foot mat at the entrance and wear soft-soled shoes indoors.
2) Regularly vacuum or sweep the floor. Using a very wet mop to clean the wooden floor can make it moist and absorbent, leading to swelling and deformation. Use a mop that does not drip water and wipe in the direction of the floor planks to avoid a sudden increase in moisture content. If stubborn stains occur, use a neutral cleaning solvent to wipe, then dry with a cotton mop. Avoid using acidic, alkaline solvents, or gasoline solvents for cleaning.
3) Prevent metal sharp objects, glass, tiles, shoe nails, etc., from scratching the floor. Avoid wearing shoes with hard nails on the floor and move tables and chairs frequently. Their feet should be padded with wool, plastic, or rubber pieces. Be cautious when moving furniture to avoid collision with the floor surface or dragging on the floor surface. Avoid dragging items with sharp angles on the floor and prevent hard objects from falling and impacting the floor surface to avoid impact damage.
4) Items like vinegar, salt, oil used in daily life should be cleaned promptly if accidentally spilled on the floor surface and wiped with a non-drip wet cloth to prevent chemical reactions that could damage the floor surface paint.
5) To maintain the aesthetic appeal of the floor and extend the life of the paint, it is recommended to apply floor wax or floor oil every three months for maintenance.
6) Adjust the air conditioning fan speed according to the comfort temperature and humidity indoors to avoid prolonged fixed blowing on certain parts of the floor.
7) During typhoon seasons or rainy days, pay attention to closing doors and windows to prevent rainwater from entering and soaking the wooden floor.
8) Prevent water leakage from bathrooms, kitchens, and other rooms.
9) Low relative indoor humidity can cause the wood to lose moisture, reducing the water content of the floor, leading to dry shrinkage and causing cracks or gaps in the floor. Maintain proper air circulation in the room to prevent the floor from absorbing moisture due to high humidity, which can cause swelling, deformation, warping, and paint wrinkling. When the relative humidity is too high, close doors and windows and turn on the air conditioning dehumidification function to change the indoor microclimate environment.
10) High wind speeds in tall buildings can accelerate the drying process, leading to rapid gap widening or floor cracking. For situations with high indoor wind speed, adjust the wind speed by opening and closing doors and windows appropriately to prevent partial drying of the floor.
11) If the installation site is temporarily unused, ventilate regularly. When covering the floor, use breathable materials or paper materials instead of non-breathable materials for long-term coverage to prevent water vapor or condensation water from causing the floor to absorb moisture and swell, damaging the floor.
12) Avoid direct sunlight and summer sun exposure. In winter, electric heaters and charcoal fires should maintain a certain distance from the wooden floor surface. Prevent localized heating of the floor by high-temperature objects.
13) Strictly prohibit contact with open flames or placing powerful electric heaters directly on the floor; avoid placing highly acidic or highly alkaline substances on the floor.
14) Floor waxing generally doesn't need to be too frequent; every three months is sufficient. Wax itself tends to attract dust and is difficult to clean. During the plum rain season, windows should be opened frequently for ventilation, and care should be taken to ensure the indoor air is not too humid. Mops should be wrung out by hand when mopping.
18. Should the moisture content of wooden floors be lower or higher? What are the main species used for making floors now?
Answer: Floors with excessively high moisture content are prone to develop gaps and cracks after installation, while those with excessively low moisture content are prone to warping and arching. The moisture content of the floor should be basically consistent with the equilibrium moisture content of the usage area to ensure floor stability.
Currently, the main sources of wood species for floors are concentrated in South America, Southeast Asia, and Africa, with some species also available in Europe and North America. For example, the Balzac wood species of North American Maple Flooring comes from South America, the Gambier wood species comes from Southeast Asia, and the Hard Maple wood species comes from North America... Here they are not listed individually.
19. I've heard that floors should be oily. Is this correct?
Answer: Oiliness is just one aspect of the physical properties of the floor. When purchasing floors, consider not only the oiliness but also the stability, density, and color coordination with the decoration style of the floor.
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