Inspecting hardwood before installing ?

03-06-2008, 10:36 PM	#1
basledder Newbie   Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 10	Inspecting hardwood before installing ? I am looking for some advice on what imperfections or common problems to look for in the hardwood before installing it ? 3/4 x 2 1/4 oak. Thanks in advance Brent

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03-07-2008, 06:46 AM	#2
mike costello Member   Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 211	Inspecting hardwood before installing ? its all about asthetics. If it looks pretty to you put it down

03-07-2008, 07:09 AM	#3
AtlanticWBConst. Lic. Builder/GC/Remodeler     Join Date: May 2006 Location: New England Posts: 7,554	Inspecting hardwood before installing ? Whatever you do, do not try buying second (#2) stock from a "liquidation type wharehouse", or othe avenue. That is when you run into a lot of problems including varying widths and extreme color differences. Generally, the no. 1 stock is all very good. __________________ - Build Well -