Microscopic view of the hygroscopic sponge effect in hardwood flooring fibers.

The Hygroscopic Sponge Effect: Structural Failure of Hardwood

A forensic look at the hygroscopic sponge effect and how it causes catastrophic hardwood floor failure.

Close-up of a cupped hardwood floor with a moisture meter reading

The Hygroscopic Sponge Effect: Why Water Destroys Hardwood Floors

A forensic analysis of why hardwood floors cup and buckle. Learn the thermodynamics of wood moisture and how to save your floors using Aggie Engineering.