Checks – Engineered Hardwood
Checks / Latent Veneer Checking (Engineered Hardwood)
Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide
Summary
Checks in engineered hardwood flooring are narrow, lengthwise separations that develop within the face veneer and may become visible at the surface. These separations commonly originate as latent characteristics formed during veneer manufacturing and are typically not visible at the time of production or installation. Over time, changes in temperature, humidity, or moisture conditions may cause
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