Exposed wood has darkened

Original color under the heat vent

Color change

Severe color change

Severe color change

Severe color change

Severe color change

Severe color change

Exposed wood has lightened

Color change

Exposed wood has darkened/yellowed

Color change

Color change

Color change

Color Change (Hardwood Flooring)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Color change in hardwood flooring is a natural and expected characteristic that occurs over time as wood is exposed to light, oxygen, and normal aging conditions. Changes may include darkening, lightening, yellowing, or tonal shift and often develop at different rates across the installed surface. These changes result from chemical reactions within the wood’s natural pigments and extractives as they respond to light and air. Variation in appearance commonly reflects differences in exposure rather than

Please subscribe to see all content

Subscribe Login