Lebanese Protestants are concentrated mainly within the area of Beirut and Greater Beirut. The other Lebanese Christians are concentrated also in similar areas like in east Beirut (northern parts of Greater Beirut), Mount Lebanon, ZahlÃ©, and Jezzine.
Excessive moisture can lead to floor rot, particularly if the floor is not properly finished and protected. Household hardwood floors should have a moisture content between 6% and 9%, but the percentage will be affected by the type of wood, the weight of the wood, and many other factors.
1 Installing a standard solid-strip hardwood floor averages about $8 a square foot for materials, insulation and site finishing, and up to $12 a square foot for wide pine planks, or $1,150-$1,750 for a 12x12-foot room. New wood flooring should be stacked inside the room for up to a week before installation to allow it to adjust to your home's indoor humidity level. 2  Always buy a waste allowance of 5 to 15 percent extra, depending on the project's complexity.