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Hardwood Flooring in Amarillo, TX from Gowdy Flooring

Friday, February 14, 2025-

How long should you let your hardwood flooring acclimate

Hardwood is a floor that reacts to its environment. Wood expands and contracts with changes in temperature and humidity. If you skip acclimation, your beautiful new hardwood floors could warp, buckle, or gap after installation. That’s a...

Acclimation Cupping Hardwood Flooring Wood Flooring

Thursday, September 19, 2024-

3 min read

Why are my hardwood floors cupping?

Hardwood floors can add classic beauty and warmth to any home. However, they are susceptible to moisture-related issues, one of which is cupping. If you've noticed your once-flat wood planks beginning to warp and curve upward at the edges,...