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Hardwood flooring acclimation for 72 hours (3 days) is a common minimum guideline, but it's about reaching Equilibrium Moisture Content (EMC), not just a time limit; the ideal duration varies from a few days to a week or more, depending on wood species, plank width, and home conditions (temperature 60-80°F, humidity 30-50%). Store wood flat, in the installation area, with boxes opened or cartons cut for airflow, and run your HVAC to mimic living conditions for proper moisture balancing before installing. 

Key Factors for Acclimation

• Time: 72 hours is a baseline, but wider planks or extreme climates (humid/dry) might need 5-7 days or longer.
• Environment: HVAC must be running, windows/doors installed, with stable temp (60-80°F) and humidity (30-50%).
• Moisture: The wood needs to match the subfloor's moisture content, often checked with a moisture meter for accuracy. 

 

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All Floors Maintenance

While specific finish types may require different maintenance, some guidelines apply to the care of all wood floors:
• Floor protector pads should be installed on the bottom of all furniture legs before the furniture is placed onto the wood floor.
• Place rugs at all entrances. They help trap grit and absorb moisture before either one has a chance to damage the finish. (Check with the finish manufacturer for when these can be placed—usually, they should not go down on the floor for at least seven days, and sometimes more than 21 days after the finish is applied.)
• Rugs should be shaken out, cleaned, and thoroughly dried when they get wet.
• Take special precautions with non-skid pads that are frequently placed under area rugs. These pads may imprint their pattern onto the finish and/or wood floor. (Natural fibers may not transfer as much as synthetic pads.)
• Be aware that area rugs may cause color differences in th

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