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Mar 31, 2017
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Moisture and Teragren Bamboo-understanding MC and RH

Thank you for your inquiry regarding Teragren flooring and moisture.   Teragren bamboo flooring is factory acclimated to a moisture content of 7-9% which correlates to a relative humidity level of 35-55% at 80 degrees F. Like all hardwoods, exposing Teragren's bamboo flooring to liquid water or to relative humidity levels higher than 60%, the liquid content of the flooring will rise.   Should the moisture content of the flooring exceed 18 percent, there is an opportunity for mold growth.  It is also possible for mold to grow on the surface of flooring. This occurs when organic contamination adheres to its surface which may itself retain water.  Additionally, in wet environments, it may be possible for water to work its way between planks and...

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Mar 31, 2017
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Can I use thicker than 3mm underlayment?

Underlayment recommendations for Teragren flooring   Teragren normally advises use of a 3mm (1/8") as being the thickest underlayment should be before most foam materials become overtly flexible. This can cause stress to the tongue & groove joint, resulting in separation of the planks or damages to the joint.   There are also a couple exceptions. These are cork and rubber (SBR) underlayment. Both...

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Environmental Conditions and the Importance of Regulating it

( In response to a consumer in Dallas, TX concerned about environmental variations in climate and the effects on bamboo.​ ) Cory, The NWFA states that hardwoods can be installed in environments able to maintain 35-55% relative humidity and 65-85 degrees. This fluctuates through the seasons. But, this gives us an average. Teragren, and other hardwood factories, moisture balance the flooring before it...

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Pros and Cons of Natural vs Carmelized

Natural vs Carmelized is a question that many people who look at Teragren ask themselves. Both have distinct aesthetic qualities, but which is better?   Carbonization is a heating process that cooks the sugars, resulting in a carmelization or darkening of the material. If that process is improper or too extreme, two things can happen; you can have a material that becomes...

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Undermount Sinks and Countertops

Please note, we advise against gluing down firmly, nailing or screwing down tightly onto any material, including undermount sinks, that will prevent expansion and contraction of the material.  Use adhesives that are 100% Silicone and other wood-suitable adhesives in moderation. This is to supplement wood screw anchorage, especially at spots where access is difficult. Apply adhesive in daubs, never in...

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Food Safe – Understanding Countertop Finishes

Thank you for your inquiry regarding "food safe" finishes. Teragren's worktops have a wide variety of applications. While there are many types of finishes, we primarily address two types. Mineral oil / Beeswax and Polyurethane.   Finish Comparison   The mineral oil beeswax finish is widely known to protect the core material by sealing it from the environment. It is also 100% food safe....

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Teragren Counterop Performance butcher block countertop over oven
Mar 31, 2017
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Teragren Counterop Performance: How will it perform with a stove top?

Damage will occur if your Bamboo comes in direct temperatures over 85 degrees Fahrenheit. It will cause the natural sugars in it to caramelize. Extreme heat can shadow or scorch bamboo. However, there are several ways to lessen the risk of this occurring and increase Teragren Counterop performance.   Check with your stove manufacturer for specifications on how much heat the...

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