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How Floating Wood Floors Handle Temperature and Humidity Changes
Floating wood floors are engineered to handle temperature and humidity changes by allowing controlled movement across the entire surface rather than restricting individual boards. This guide explains how floating systems respond in dry desert climates, humid coastal regions, and seasonal environments, and what to expect from wood veneer construction installed as a floating floor.

Maison Plank Team
Feb 165 min read


When Wood Veneer Flooring Is the Right Choice (And When It Isn’t)
Wood veneer flooring occupies a very specific place in the flooring spectrum. It is often discussed as an alternative to vinyl or laminate, but that framing misses the more important question: when does wood veneer flooring actually make sense for a project?

Maison Plank Team
Feb 23 min read


How Wood-Veneer Flooring Handles Water, Wear, and Real-World Pressure
A practical breakdown of how wood-veneer flooring handles water, wear, impact, and daily use, based on construction and real-world behavior.

Maison Plank Team
Dec 16, 20254 min read


Wood-Veneer vs Laminate: What Actually Fails First — and Why
Most veneer flooring isn’t competing with old laminate anymore. It’s up against modern LVP and SPC. This guide breaks down how each material actually fails over time and why construction matters more than claims.

Maison Plank Team
Dec 12, 20254 min read


Laminate Isn’t Cheaper If You Have to Replace It Twice
Most “laminate” specs today really mean LVP. On paper, vinyl and wood-veneer floors share similar lifespans. In real projects, aesthetics and downtime tell a different story.

Maison Plank Team
Dec 2, 20253 min read


Line and Pattern: How Flooring Defines a Space
Flooring defines a space long before color or furnishings come into play. This piece looks at how linear and angular layouts influence scale, movement, and tone and how designers place each pattern with intention.

Maison Plank Team
Nov 24, 20252 min read


What Makes Maison Plank a Smart Choice for Multifamily Projects?
Real wood flooring made for multifamily: fast install, 24-hour water resistance, long plank lengths, and full commercial customization.

Maison Plank Team
Apr 3, 20252 min read
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