Baker French Oak 3/8 in. T x 6.5 in. W Water Resistant Wire Brushed Engineered Hardwood Flooring (23.6 sq. ft./case)

A:  FLOATING FLOOR UNDERLAYMENTS FOR HARDWOOD FLOORING: There are several underlayment options pending your floating floor install requirements, STC-Sound Transmission Classification or IIC-Impact Insulation Classification requirements: - No thicker then 2mm Underlayment is recommended: o Dekorman Blue Foam 2mm Thick Underlayment Internet #306722713; Model #2BF1: Blue Foam Underlayment 2mm Thick x 3.3 ft. W x 30.5 ft. L (100 sq. ft. / Roll)” @ https://www.homedepot.com/p/Dekorman-2mm-Laminate-Flooring-Blue-Foam-Underlayment-2mm-Thick-x-3-3-ft-W-x-30-5-ft-L-100-sq-ft-Roll-2BF1/306722713 o FloorMuffler 2mm Thick Underlayment Internet #204077418; Model #0264049 @ https://www.homedepot.com/p/FloorMuffler-100-sq-ft-4-ft-x-25-ft-x-0-08-in-Premium-Underlayment-for-Laminate-Hardwood-and-Engineered-Floors-0264049/204077418 - If a moisture only barrier is needed due to installation over a concrete slab; Moisture Barricade polyethylene Underlayment - 6mil Poly Foam- 20 sq. ft. 10 ft. x 12 ft. x 0.006 in @https://www.homedepot.com/p/Roberts-120-sq-ft-10-ft-x-12-ft-x-0-006-in-Roll-of-6-mil-Moisture-Barricade-Polyethylene-Underlay-Film-70-115/100578718 If installing a floating floor over wood subfloor, #15 building felt or Aquabar type material. Please follow the detailed installation instructions in our Installation Guide located under “Info & Guides” on each product listing page. For assistance and troubleshooting you may try our Home Depot Technical Services department @ 800-928-6168

A:  Yes, - all sealed with 7 layers of the latest super low gloss urethane finish with aluminum oxide, providing protection from everyday wear.

A:  You wouldn't want anything more than a light spray, you don't want so much water that it seeps through the crevices of the planks. I just use a Rubber Maid microfiber mop with sprayer and lightly spray then mop.

A:  CLEANING FLOOR - DAILY MAINTENANCE All Malibu Wide Plank Hardwood Collections are extremely easy to clean, easy to maintain. Attached to each product listing page under "Additional Resources From the Manufacturer" is the "Use & Care Manual". In Daily Maintenance please see below: Daily Maintenance 1. Sweep dust mop or vacuum your floor regularly to remove any particles that could cause abrasion or scratch your floor. CAUTION: Vacuums with a beater bar or power rotary brush head can damage a floor and should never be used. 2.Apply appropriate cleaning solution to the cleaning cloth / mop. Use a cleaner specifically manufactured for hardwood flooring such as Bona Hardwood Cleaner @ https://www.homedepot.com/p/Bona-32-oz-Hardwood-Cleaner-WM700051171/202528500 Internet #202528500 Model #WM70005117: Steps for using Bona Hardwood Cleaner: 1) DUST: or Vacuum Floor 2) SPRAY: Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner, sometimes best it be sprayed on Microfiber Mop/Bona Cleaner Pad vs spraying directly on floor 3) CLEAN: With Bona Microfiber Mop and Bona Cleaning Pad Additional Care for Handcrafted, Handscraped, Distressed or Wirebrushed Floors Since the floor that you purchased has a unique design and character you want to make sue to keep the floors looking like new. There are several key factors to protect the look of these truly handcrafted floors. • Walk off mats and areas rugs at entryways and pivot points – i.e., Kitchen sink and work areas. • Vacuum the floors as often as needed. It is important to vacuum up the dirt and debris as opposed to using a wet microfiber mop. Vacuuming will remove the dirt from the surface where a damp microfiber mop simply will push or embed the dirt into the wirebrushed, handscraped and/or distressed areas. Over time wet cleaning as such can discolor the floors making them look dirty. Additionally, the use of Microfiber mops can catch on the edges of the planks and may damage the planks requiring repair – avoid the use of these type of mops. • In the event the floors do show some discolor due to dirt build up consult a wood flooring professional who has the proper tools and equipment to thoroughly clean the floors. We recommend the use of a buffer in combination with a Tampico brush. A Tampico brush is a stiff natural brush typically made from Hog’s hair and will help to restore the floors appearance by removing embedded dirt and debris from the distressed areas. Do Not Use Water or Vinegar. Do NOT apply directly to the floor. • For tougher spots, use a higher concentration of isopropyl alcohol and distilled water. • For extreme cases, a solution of nail polish remover (acetone) and distilled water can be used. HINT: For best results, clean the floor in the same direction of the planks. When the cleaning cloth/mop becomes soiled, rinse or replace it with a clean one. Following up with a clean, dry cloth will remove residual streak marks and spots. 3. Do NOT leave any amount of liquids (water, juice, soft drinks, spills, etc.) on the floor. Clean any wet spots immediately. 4. Do NOT use a steam cleaner. 5. Do NOT use a wet mop or douse floor with water or liquid cleaners. Liquid can seep between the cracks and cause moisture damage. 6. Do NOT use any cleaning agents containing wax, oil or polish. Left over residue will form a dull film. 7. Do NOT use steel wool or scouring powder which will scratch the floor. Branded or Off-the-shelf Floor Care Products • If none of the above are effective and you choose to use a store bought product, test the product in a non conspicuous area (i.e., closet, corner, or scrap pieces) for potential adverse side effects.

A:  Engineered Hardwood Flooring tongue & groove or Click lock with HDF Core is an excellent choice for Colorado market, with Engineered Hardwood being much more dimensionally stable then 3/4" Solid Hardwood. Engineered Flooring comes in widths up to 8.66" Wide and lengths to 75.2" With most engineered being 50%+Full length planks inside each carton, where solid maximum width is 5" with random lengths. During install and on-going we recommend the areas of install be maintained between 60F – 80F, with a humidity range between 30% to 50%.