As noted previously moisture movement within wood can be slow.
How to fix bamboo floor cupping.
Acclimate for at least 72 hours and make sure the boxes are prepped correctly.
The result is that bamboozle flooring will not cup curl warp bend or swell.
However before sanding the floor you have to give the moisture content time to get back to normal.
Failure to give the wood time to dry can cause crowning.
Just running a fan or dehumidifier for a week will not solve most problems.
To fix floorboard cupping you can simply sand the floor to make it even.
Take the necessary steps to stop or correct the source of the moisture problem.
If not you might need to call a flooring specialist to help you tackle this issue.
Most high quality bamboo floors can be acclimated in as little as 72 hours but if you live in a more dry or humid area it s recommended you acclimate for at least 10 days.
This patented process delivers enormous strength and stability.
In many cases of slight to moderate cupping eliminating the source of the water and drying out the flooring can save the floor.
If it is a case of minor cupping which has been detected early the floor is likely to go back to its original condition once the source of the moisture is removed.
While several types of meters are available few allow for multiple tests in multiple areas over and over without damaging the wood.
Cupping can also be a reaction to the imbalance in the humidity level in the wood planks.
In cases where the floorboards heave upward sanding isn t recommended.
The top bottom and sides are sealed with multiple layers of polyurethane.
All hardwood and bamboo flooring must be acclimated to its environment before installation.