Category: Glossary of Terms -U

Factory wood finishes that are cured with Ultra Violet lights rather than heat.

A chemical solvent used to seal and finish wood floors.

A transition used to join hardwood to carpet.

Flooring that has not been pre-finished at the factory, meaning it must be finished on site after installation. An Un-Finished wood floor allows you to have a custom job – you choose the wood species and it’s sanded and the stain is applied on site. With Un-Finished you also have the chance to level the…

The layer of material that is laid loosely between the sub-floor and the main flooring. It serves one or more of the following functions: vapor barrier, padding, sound barrier and/or insulation. Examples of underlayment include foam, rosin paper/felt, cork, plastic sheathing or Quiet Walk.