Question from Jim Blair
Debra, I had Mullican Sundance Hickory engineered hardwood floors installed in June 07. I noticed the box the flooring came in stated that the wood contained an aluminum oxide finish.
I have noticed an odor in the morning when I go downstairs. Is this because of the floor adhesive (Bostik) “gassing off” or something i.e. aluminum oxide in the floor finish “gassing off”? If so, do I have a toxic situation or is there some kind of remedy?
What do you recommend I do? Please help!
R/Jim
Debra’s Answer
I think it’s more likely the adhesive than the aluminum oxide. Aluminum oxide, to the best of my knowledge, has no gasses that outgas. Adhesives do.
I would heat up the room to speed the outgassing. Remove all people, plants, and pets and let it bake for a day and see if it’s better. Repeat until there is no more odor.
