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<h4 class="dechead">On One Hand: Species & Cut Make a Difference
The best wood species for hardwood flooring used in conjunction with radiant floor heating include American cherry, American walnut, mesquite, teak and oak. Quarter-sawn or rift-sawn woods, which are premium cuts, are the preferred cuts for radiant heat. In addition, strip flooring, where the boards are 2 ¼ inches wide, is usually a better choice than plank flooring, where the boards are 3 inches wide or more.
On the Other: Some Species & Cuts Aren't Recommended
Brazilian Cherry and maple flooring are not recommended for use with radiant heating. As for cutting methods, most hardwood floors are made with plain-sawn wood. It is the most affordable, but is not a good choice for radiant floor installation.
Bottom Line
Because not all wood will work well with radiant heat, it is best to check with the manufacturer first before installing it. Another option to keep in mind is that laminate and engineered wood flooring products are great choices for radiant heat installation.
Source:
WoodFloorsOnline.com: Radiant Heat Under Wood Floor Products
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