Is Thermawood real hardwood?

Yes. Thermawood is real solid hardwood. It is not LVP, laminate, vinyl, or a fake wood-look product.

Is Thermawood engineered flooring?

No. Thermawood is not engineered flooring. It is solid hardwood from top to bottom.

How is Thermawood made?

Thermawood is made by heating real hardwood all the way through to around 380 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit in specialized oxygen-free kilns. The wood is then slowly cooled with steam. The process takes about four days.

Is anything added to the wood?

No. Nothing is added. No chemicals. No plastic. No waterproof coating. No pressure treatment. Just heat and steam.

Why does Thermawood move less than traditional hardwood?

Traditional hardwood contains organic material that attracts moisture and causes movement. The Thermawood process removes much of that organic material, which greatly reduces cupping, warping, gapping, and movement.

Is Thermawood waterproof?

Yes. Thermawood is waterproof solid hardwood because the wood itself is changed, not because of a plastic layer or surface coating.

Can Thermawood go in a shower?

Yes. Thermawood can be used in showers when installed correctly. That is one of the biggest differences between Thermawood and traditional solid hardwood.

Can Thermawood go in bathrooms?

Yes. Bathrooms are one of the main places Thermawood makes sense because it gives people real hardwood in a high-moisture space.

Can Thermawood go over concrete?

Yes. Thermawood can be installed over concrete slabs when the slab is properly prepared and the right adhesive system is used.

Can Thermawood go over radiant heat?

Yes. Thermawood can be used over radiant heat when installed correctly. A full glue-down installation is usually the right method for that type of project.

Does Thermawood need to be glued down?

For concrete slabs, radiant heat, showers, bathrooms, and many wide plank installations, glue-down is usually the proper method. The install still matters.

Can Thermawood be nailed down?

Some applications may allow it, but Thermawood is usually treated differently than ordinary nail-down hardwood. For the applications most people ask about, glue-down is normally the better answer.

Can Thermawood be floated?

No. Thermawood is real solid hardwood. It is not a floating click-lock floor.

Can Thermawood scratch or dent?

Yes. It is still real wood. Waterproof does not mean scratch-proof or dent-proof.

Can Thermawood be refinished?

Yes. Since Thermawood is real solid hardwood, it can be sanded, stained, and refinished.

Is Thermawood better than engineered hardwood?

It depends on the project. Engineered hardwood can be a good product. Thermawood is for people who want real solid hardwood in places where traditional solid hardwood usually struggles.

Is Thermawood better than LVP?

They are completely different products. LVP is plastic flooring made to look like wood. Thermawood is real hardwood.

Is Thermawood chemical-free?

Yes. Thermawood is changed with heat and steam. No chemical treatment is used to make the wood waterproof.

Is Thermawood good for coastal homes?

Yes. Coastal homes are one of the places Thermawood makes a lot of sense because moisture and humidity are constant concerns.

Can Thermawood be used in basements?

Yes. Because of its improved dimensional stability, Thermawood is a good choice for many basement projects when installed correctly.

Can Thermawood be stained?

Yes. Thermawood is real hardwood and can be stained just like traditional hardwood.

Can Thermawood be sanded?

Yes. Since it is solid hardwood, Thermawood can be sanded and refinished multiple times throughout its life.

What wood species are available?

Thermawood is available in several species including White Oak, Red Oak, Antique Heart Pine, Cypress, and other species depending on the application.

Why has Europe used thermally modified wood for decades?

Thermally modified wood has been used throughout Europe for decades because of its improved stability, durability, and performance in changing climates.

Does Thermawood look different than traditional hardwood?

No. One of the biggest advantages of Thermawood is that it still looks like real hardwood because it is real hardwood.

Does Thermawood require special maintenance?

No. It is maintained much like other hardwood flooring. Following normal cleaning and maintenance recommendations will help maximize its lifespan.

Can Thermawood be used for wall and ceiling applications?

Yes. Thermawood is used for much more than flooring. It is also used for wall cladding, ceilings, exterior siding, pergolas, decking, docks, and many architectural applications.