MONITORING MOISTURE CONTENT
The moisture content of the wood is, among all, the most important factor which must be monitored during the production phase; it is taken for granted that the boards will have been seasoned correctly, and the correct level of moisture provides the board with maximum stability for each individual type, and will therefore prevent any problems such as “warping” – the swelling of the boards as a result of high humidity, any cracks caused by dry air etc. Obviously, even if the boards have the correct level of moisture, wooden floors must always be stationed in a suitable environment, where the level of temperature and humidity is not excessive.
With regards to a classic, tempered or nature parquet with a thickness of 12, 15, or 18 mm for laying on standard screed, the moisture content is between 8 and 10%; for strand woven parquets with a thickness of 10 mm for lying on radiant flooring, the moisture content is between 6 and 8%; the latter is one of the key aspects which make it possible for this to be laid on a floor heating system; the relative humidity of the material is lower than regulation levels.