Acclimation refers to wood being allowed to balance to an equilibrium moisture content with the surrounding environment. Unfinished wood floors should be allowed to acclimate to the target environment of the occupied building. This is performed by stacking the wood flooring with “stickers” of wood between the layers to expose all surfaces to the air. Prefinished floors arrive in cartons, and do not require acclimation outside the carton. It is still recommended you introduce the cartooned flooring to the jobsite a few days before installation.
Response by an animal that enables it to tolerate a change in a single factor (for example, temperature) in its environment.
adaptation to a new climate (a new temperature or altitude or environment)
Adaption of the laminate floor to its installation environment.
Letting flooring adjust to the environment in which it will be installed. This is crucial to prevent excessive expansion or contraction due to humidity in the air or other job conditions.
The time given to laminate flooring to adjust to the room temperature and humidity level where it will be laid.
The process whereby laminate flooring is left over a period of time to adapt to the enviroment where it is to be installed. This period allows the material to expand or contract accordingly in response to temperature and humidity levels.
To Acclimate. To adjust to new conditions or an environment. An example of acclimation is the adjustment of your reptile to get used to its new conditions and environment.
The act of allowing wood moisture content to become at equilibrium with the environment in which it will perform (See EMC,Equilibrium Moisture Content)
The act of allowing wood mosisture content to become at equalibrium with the environment in which it will perform.
A process where seasoned lumber is stored in the area for equalization of moisture content prior to installation. Not required for engineered wood flooring.
refers to allowing the flooring material to have enough time to equalize to the surrounding environment that it will be installed in. Generally it is recommended that the cartons of flooring be placed in the room 48 hours prior to installation.