Engineered Hardwood flooring in Non climate controlled room

13 years ago

I have some left-over engineered hardwood flooring which has been stored in my garage for over a year. It still looks OK with no cupping, warping, delamination or other defects. I am thinking about installing it in a room that will not be environmentally controlled but that will not be exposed to water or directly to outside elements (basically exactly same conditions as in garage. I would use high quality adhesive onto a concrete slab. Any input on this plan?

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southerncanuck
13 years ago
We have engineered in a country cottage in Ontario Canada, cold dry winters, wet springs, hot humid summers, wood burning and no AC, never have had a single problem in 13 years. The construction of engineered hardwoods lends itself to lesser change due to moisture shifts. I swear by engineered after seeing how it has performed for us.
southerncanuck
13 years ago
I have to add I would not adhere any wood product to a concrete slab, it will not last.
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gamountains
13 years ago
There may be a problem with lower concrete slab temperatures and the adhesives used. I believe most manufacturers have a minimum temperature range. Naturally we wouldn't expect the floor to perform as well under normal conditions, but I'm sure you've given that thought.
Ben B
last year
Wondering how this worked out. I'm building a sunroom right now and have the same question.