Delano French Oak 3/8 in. T x 6.5 in. W Click Lock Wire Brushed Engineered Hardwood Flooring (23.6 sq. ft./case)

Thank you for your question. Yes, Delano French Oak engineered hardwood can be glue-down installed over an approved acoustical cork underlayment, provided the complete installation meets the following requirements: Acoustical Cork Underlayment – Glue Down Only: The cork must be fully adhered to the plywood subfloor according to the cork manufacturer's instructions. It must be pure granulated cork combined with a polyurethane binder, with a minimum density of 11.4 lbs./cu. ft. and not exceeding 13 lbs./cu. ft. A moisture-cured, non-water-based adhesive must be used to adhere the cork to the subfloor. The adhesive used to glue the engineered hardwood to the cork must also be non-water-based. The ROBERTS adhesives referenced are acrylic-based and may contain water, so we would not recommend those adhesives for this installation. A compatible urethane-based adhesive should be used to help prevent moisture-related cupping of the hardwood. Please verify that the QEP 6 mm cork meets the density and composition requirements above and follow the cork, adhesive, and Malibu Wide Plank installation instructions before proceeding. For additional installation assistance, please contact Home Depot Technical Services at 800-928-6168.

Thank you for your question. Our 1/2” Thick x 7.5” Wide Tongue & Groove Engineered products have lengths to 74.8”, with 50% of planks in each case being full length, and this product features a 2mm Sliced French Oak Face Veneer thickness.

No, glue is not required when installing Sunset Cliffs using the click-lock floating installation method. This engineered hardwood floor is designed to click together and float over an approved underlayment that is no thicker than 2mm. When installed as a floating floor, no adhesive is needed. A full-spread glue-down installation is also an approved option, which is why the product specifications may reference adhesive installation. The correct method depends on the subfloor and your preferred installation approach. Please follow the Installation Guide located under “Additional Resources From the Manufacturer” on the product listing page. For installation assistance, contact Home Depot Technical Services at 800-928-6168.

No. A Light Wire Brush surface will not collect or trap dirt when properly maintained. We recommend vacuuming the floor first using a vacuum designed for hard surface flooring or a soft-bristle floor attachment to remove dust and debris. After vacuuming, clean the floor with a microfiber mop and an approved hardwood floor cleaner. Vacuuming first is important because using a damp mop alone can push fine dirt into the textured surface rather than removing it. With this simple cleaning routine, your engineered hardwood floor will remain easy to maintain and continue looking its best for years.

Thank you for your question. Over a plywood subfloor, the preferred installation method for this 1/2 in. Tongue & Groove engineered hardwood is full-spread glue-down using a premium wood flooring adhesive. It may also be stapled or nailed to an approved wood subfloor using the appropriate fasteners and installation schedule outlined in the installation instructions. Always ensure the plywood subfloor is clean, dry, flat, and structurally sound before installation. Please refer to the Installation Guide under "Additional Resources from the Manufacturer" on the product page for complete installation requirements.

Thank you for your question. Yes, the Roosevelt French Oak 1/2 in. Engineered Hardwood Flooring can be installed as a floating floor over a properly prepared concrete slab, provided all installation guidelines are followed. For a floating tongue-and-groove hardwood installation, the typical method is to apply a **PVA tongue-and-groove wood flooring adhesive** directly into the groove before engaging the next plank. Apply a small continuous bead of adhesive in the upper groove, engage the tongue into the groove, wipe off any excess adhesive immediately, and use straps or blue painter's tape as needed to hold rows tightly together while the adhesive cures. Be sure to maintain the required perimeter expansion space around all vertical obstructions. The **MAPEI Ultrabond ECO 903 Multi-Floor Adhesive** you referenced is primarily designed as a full-spread flooring adhesive for glue-down installations. If you are planning a floating installation, a **PVA tongue-and-groove wood flooring adhesive specifically designed for floating engineered hardwood flooring** is typically recommended for bonding the plank joints together rather than using a full-spread adhesive beneath the floor. Please ensure the concrete slab is clean, dry, flat, and properly tested for moisture prior to installation. Follow all underlayment and moisture barrier requirements outlined in the installation guide. Please refer to the detailed Installation Guide located under "Additional Resources from the Manufacturer" on the product listing page. For additional installation assistance, please contact Home Depot Technical Services at **800-928-6168**.

Thank you for your question. If you are planning to install the Roosevelt French Oak 1/2 in. Engineered Hardwood Flooring as a floating floor over a concrete slab, an underlayment and moisture barrier are required. There are several underlayment options available depending on your floating floor installation requirements, including desired STC (Sound Transmission Classification) and IIC (Impact Insulation Classification) performance. No thicker than 2 mm underlayment is recommended, as excessively thick underlayments can allow too much vertical movement and deflection, placing additional stress on the tongue-and-groove joints. Recommended underlayments include: Dekorman Blue Foam Underlayment – Internet #306722713, Model #2BF1 Blue Foam Underlayment, 2 mm Thick x 3.3 ft. W x 30.5 ft. L (100 sq. ft./Roll) FloorMuffler Premium Underlayment – Internet #204077418, Model #0264049 Premium Underlayment, 2 mm Thick (100 sq. ft.) If a moisture barrier only is required due to installation over a concrete slab, you may use: Roberts Moisture Barricade Polyethylene Underlay Film – Internet #100578718 6 mil Polyethylene Moisture Barrier, 10 ft. x 12 ft. (120 sq. ft.) For a floating tongue-and-groove installation, use a PVA tongue-and-groove wood flooring adhesive applied directly into the groove before engaging the next plank. Apply a small continuous bead of adhesive in the upper groove, engage the tongue into the groove, wipe away any excess adhesive immediately, and use straps or blue painter's tape as needed to keep rows tight while the adhesive cures. Be sure to maintain the required perimeter expansion space around all walls and vertical obstructions. If installing as a floating floor over a wood subfloor, #15 building felt or Aquabar-type material may be used as the underlayment layer. Please ensure the subfloor is clean, dry, flat, and properly tested for moisture prior to installation. Please follow the detailed installation instructions in our Installation Guide located under "Additional Resources from the Manufacturer" on the product listing page. For assistance and troubleshooting, please contact Home Depot Technical Services at 800-928-6168.

Malibu Wide Plank Belmont French Oak is a residential engineered hardwood floor with a 5-Year Light Commercial Warranty, not a full commercial-grade floor. It is constructed with a durable real French Oak veneer and protected by 7 layers of super low gloss urethane finish with aluminum oxide, which helps provide strong resistance to everyday wear, scratches, and dents. For homes with dogs and heavy kitchen traffic, it performs very well when proper precautions are taken—felt pads under furniture, rugs at entry points, keeping pet nails trimmed, and quickly cleaning up water or spills are all important. Hardwood is scratch resistant, not scratch proof, so active pets and heavy use will still create wear over time. For kitchens, it is considered water resistant but not waterproof, so standing water should be avoided. If you need maximum scratch and moisture resistance for large dogs or very high traffic areas, a rigid core luxury vinyl plank may be the better choice. However, if you prefer the warmth and value of real hardwood, Belmont is an excellent option when properly maintained.