Why do wooden floors change color? There are four main reasons for floor discoloration

Choosing flooring is like falling in love: you choose carefully until you find the perfect one and take it home immediately. Wood flooring is warm and comfortable, with a delicate and soft texture, creating a warm and cozy feeling in your home. However, while you might have promised a lasting relationship, some floors can quietly change color...

Why do wooden floors change color? There are four main reasons for floor discoloration:

01. Natural color change

It is a natural property of wood that wooden floors change color due to light. As time goes by and the climate changes, the color of wooden floors will change, but the change will not be very obvious. It is a normal phenomenon and not a quality issue.

02. Sunlight

This type of discoloration is caused by the floor being exposed to sunlight and absorbing ultraviolet rays. Because the core and sapwood of wood receive ultraviolet rays at different intensities, they react differently, resulting in color differences on the floor and varying degrees of discoloration. Therefore, it is necessary to shade the floor from direct sunlight in daily life to prevent discoloration.

03. Caused by moisture

This type of discoloration is caused by improper floor maintenance. Moisture can lead to excessive moisture, which in turn allows discoloration bacteria to proliferate, causing the floor to change color. Excessive moisture or excessive humidity can also cause fungal corrosion and discoloration. This type of discoloration requires regular maintenance, especially moisture-proofing measures during installation.

04. Paint surface changes

This type of floor discoloration is mainly reflected in the solid wood floor. Due to long-term use and friction, the paint surface of the solid wood floor will gradually lose its luster and cause color changes if it is not properly maintained. Therefore, this is why solid wood floors need regular maintenance and waxing and essential oiling.

There are actually two most important things to prevent the floor from changing color. The first is to maintain it properly, and the second is of course to choose good quality flooring.

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