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Wood floors add a touch of class and livability to homes that carpeting just can’t deliver. A sturdy wood floor can be enjoyed for many generations, and its installation should never be taken lightly. If you plan on doing the job yourself, make sure to follow a few simple steps before beginning the process. Stack your flooring inside the home for a day or two; this allows the wood to either shrink or expand according to the home’s humidity level.
Next, double-check that you have a clean, level flooring base – whether it’s the old floor or a bare slab of concrete. Keep in mind that your new flooring might be significantly higher than the floor in adjoining rooms. If your floor is raised above the ground, locate the floor joists and plan to lay your wood in a perpendicular orientation. Make a mental or physical note of the joists’ locations for future reference. Now that you’ve done the prep work, installing wood flooring will be much less tedious.