Reasons for the warping of engineered wood flooring

Consumers are understandably frustrated when their wood flooring warps shortly after installation, especially since the ends are already curling up. However, warping isn't always a manufacturing defect; it can occur during installation or use. It might be caused by a single factor or a combination of factors. Today, we'll discuss the reasons why engineered wood flooring warps:

Engineered wood flooring is made by cross-lamining different types of wood, resulting in significant internal stress and a high degree of warping. If this internal stress is not properly released, the likelihood of the flooring warping at the edges increases.

The core layer of engineered wood flooring may have quality issues. The core layer is typically made of solid wood strips, which are generally of high quality and stable. If the quality is substandard, the probability of problems with the flooring increases. Moganshan engineered wood flooring uses imported New Zealand red pine wood from trees over 50 years old for its core layer, ensuring excellent quality and structural stability.

The moisture content of the panel and core board is mismatched, or there are problems with the bonding quality. Different wood species have different moisture contents, and problems are easily caused if they are not properly matched. Insufficient bonding between the two, coupled with the influence of the external environment, can also lead to edge warping.

The joist installation method can lead to excessive moisture content. When wooden joists are laid under engineered wood flooring, the moisture content of the joists is higher than that of the engineered wood flooring. This mismatch in moisture content can cause the ends of the flooring to warp.

The suspended installation method requires the installation of a moisture barrier to prevent moisture from entering. If the moisture barrier is not thick enough, not properly laminated, not sealed adequately, or of poor quality, moisture can enter the wood flooring, causing it to swell and warp.

If the gaps between the wood flooring and the wall are insufficient in the longitudinal direction during installation, the flooring will not have enough space to expand after absorbing moisture, which can also cause the flooring to warp.

If you use a wet mop for daily cleaning instead of dry wiping the floor, the edges of the floor will warp over time.

In summary, the issue of warping edges in engineered wood flooring is not necessarily a problem with the flooring itself. Single or multiple factors can contribute to the problem during production, installation, and use. Please remember that controlling humidity is crucial for wood flooring; moderate humidity is key.