Holding off on nailing down those planks was the best call

I almost rushed to install the new flooring... but let the wood sit for a few days first. Everything lined up perfectly without any issues later.

4 comments

4 Comments

the_linda2mo ago

Always worth letting wood adjust to the room's humidity.

the_claire2mo ago

My maple planks from Lowe's were ready to go right out of the truck. I put them in the same day and they've been fine for two years now. Sometimes letting wood sit just slows down the job for no good reason.

the_zara2mo ago

Totally agree, my oak went down same day and looks great, despite what @piper_kim says.

piper_kim2mo ago

Read on a woodworking blog that maple from big box stores is often kiln-dried to lower moisture content. It might seem stable, but indoor humidity can still cause movement over time. Two years isn't that long for wood floors. I'd still give it a week to settle, but hey, what do I know.