Hardwood Floors December 2018/January 2019

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We always try and refinish the existing floors at the same time we’re doing the new floors. It is very difficult to match the color change that occurs to the wood and the finish once it has been exposed to UV light. KJELL NYMARK Properly assessing the existing wood flooring is the key to a proper match. Before you go out to purchase the new material, it’s important to examine the grade, cut, width and average length. Grade and cut are very important; for example, if the floor you’re attempting to match is a rift and quartered floor, pay close attention to howmany boards exhibit wood rays. If the floor you’re purchasing doesn’t have a similar amount, the new floor will look different. Many manufacturers are subject to proprietary grading; therefore, there may be distinct differences from one manufacturer to the next. Not every manufacturer’s select and better looks the same. Communication with your distributors and end-users is critical before purchasing material. The end-user may have to adjust his or her budget to acquire material of the same quality as the existing floor. J

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