Suitable Conditions For Your Timber Floorings
We all know how attractive timber floors are for your homes. However, there are considerations that must be looked into to ascertain how suitable your timber floors are for the specific location of your home.
Timber is made from natural wood, which can contract and expand based on the humidity or moisture content of your location. There are types of wood that are suited for humid climates like in tropical countries. However, there are those types that are suitable to dry climates. It is best to talk to your supplier regarding the appropriate timber floors for various climate conditions in many parts of Australia. You also need to take into consideration the surrounding bodies of water. If your house is located by the sea or ocean, there will certainly be more humidity brought by the wind into your homes and your timber floorings.
A good way to reduce the expansion or contraction of your timber floorings is to make your home well-ventilated. Allowing the air to move in and out of your house will lessen the exposure of your floors to moisture, This is particularly true even under your floor for it will prevent your planks from moving too much.
.jpg) You can easily accomplish this by using air-bricks. They can be strategically placed on all four sides of your house. They could also be placed on both ends or even on just a single side will suffice. The bricks will let the air freely move in and out. However, if your house is in a windy location, you will not need much air bricks since the air is in constant motion.
Moreover, timber floorings require a level or flat ground. Some sites can be leveled, but they may cost you a lot. Try to talk to your builder regarding your options so that you can have the timber floorings that you desire. There are many options available to you and these come in various styles or designs. You can opt for a multi-layered floor instead of a solid wood. This particular design prevent the whole flooring from shifting over periods of time since it utilizes plywood as base and the beautiful wood on top.
True, there are some locations that are not suitable for timber floors, but before you look elsewhere for other alternatives, it is always best to consult with your professional builders. Despite the seemingly unsuitable location of your home, you may still get that timber flooring that you have set your heart on. Like how the old saying goes “if there’s a will, there’s always a way.”
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