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Pine vs Multiply Construction
Pine vs Multiply Construction
Apart from different variations of wood species, compositions, and designs, there is another factor that those looking for a new wood flooring, consider - product construction. Generally speaking, three main choices fall into this category: Solid Wood or Hardwood, Multiply, and 3-Layered Engineered Construction with Softwood Core.
With each passing year, Engineered Wooden Flooring is becoming a popular flooring solution for those seeking a wood floor. Simply because of its pure resilience against any moisture and temperature changes. Another major factor of why Engineered Wooden Flooring has become more popular because of its ability to be laid on top of underfloor heating. Underfloor heating is becoming more popular in many homes especially new builds.
Multiply Construction
Multiply Engineered Wood Flooring is made up of 3-6mm Hardwood Veneer + quality plywood structure. The plywood is normally cross structured with 1.5mm thick of each ply in odd numbers (5-layer, 7-layer or 9-layer) and with the back layer same grain direction to the Hardwood Veneer/Lamellas. Just above the multiple layers of plywood, there is another layer of plywood that forms the tongue and groove that allows the board to be laid. Above the tongue and groove, the plank is then completed with a solid hardwood wear layer which will be finished and stained as per the user’s requirement.
Pros:
- High density of the product.
- Lower manufacturing cost.
- Perfect for the T&G locking system.
Cons:
- Old technology and does not address stability at large.
- Higher chances of delamination.
- Higher emission levels lead to bad indoor air quality.
- Due to high density, the dead weight on the building structure increases.
- Higher chances of attracting contaminations.
3-Layer Pine Core Construction
3-Layer Engineered Flooring advances over the traditional Multiply Construction. With grains running in different directions, it reduces the natural expansion and Contraction of the wood. The surface layer, Lamella is normally 3-4mm sawn- cut premium hardwood, with 9mm cross structure softwood pine and 2mm back face poplar to achieve both economy and stability for the Engineered Wooden Flooring
Pros:
- Made using the latest technology, these floors are engineered for stability due to cross-grain construction.
- Gaps between the pine batons provide the expansion or contraction gaps making the floor more stable.
- Balanced surface tension performance due to Pinewood in core and pine backing.
- UF emission: Mikasa product meets CARB 2 standards due to NAUF; all products are made using water- based glues which enhance the indoor air quality.
Cons:
- In case it is laid floating installation, it requires an underlay to reduce noise.