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Tips for nailing down DIY hardwood floor


Few changes in your home sometimes can change a dull room into a classy one. Same goes with the hardwood floors. This transformation will leave your home with warmth, beautiful and tempting vibes.  You can make it done with the help of carpenter if not then you can also think of doing it at home on your own.

Here I’ve mentioned some of the tips you can go through before starting your diy wood floor installation.
 

STEPS OF INSTALLING THE DIY WOOD FLOOR


Have a look at the following tips that can help you in installing the wooden floor:-

1.    Choose the kind of hardwood flooring you want to fit in your home. Such as there are different shades available in the market. Ordinarily, it comes into its standard brown color which gives a classy and appealing touch to your home. Although you can choose a shade matching the color theme of your home.

2.    Prepare an estimate of all the tools you need. For example –hammer saw, measuring tape, etc.

3.    Take the measurements of wooden planks for their installation in the room.

4.    Check the sub-floor if there are any squeaks in that. If there is any squeak, then screw a long drywall screw and joist where it occurs. Then remove the molding and clean thoroughly.



5.     Install the floor – plan the layout as mentioned.

Lay the wooden boards from left to the right with tongue edges facing outwards. Leave half an inch gap between the planks for contraction and expansion of the woods in different seasons.

6.    Use the drill to make a hole and nail your wooden plank to the subfloor with the help of screw and hammer.

7.     Lock your boards- when your first row is done place the next board in such a way that tongue of the first board fits into the groove of a second. You can use a tapping block to tap the two boards together.

8.    Continue until you complete and use the hammer for the last few rows to fit the boards into the space left.

9.    Add finishing touches like filling the holes with putty, polishing the floor, etc.  

By following these steps, you can quickly achieve desired results in diy wood floor installation. Wood flooring is a significant commitment that can pay off in a great way in the long run. So, the main thing to be kept in mind while installing the DIY wooden floor can take care of it to maintain it in the best condition for as long as possible.

Conclusive words


In the last, I can say that the choice of flooring is the basic but yet the most important decision one can make for their home, therefore chose it wisely. The best thing about diy wood floor installation is that they are substantial investments, only a little bit of care and maintenance is needed. So according to me, these are some DIY, i.e., do it yourself steps to install the wooden flooring. Although you’re installing them on your own, you’ll need to pay close attention as it can damage your floors. If you’re not experienced or confident, then it is best to contact your seller as they’ll be able to guide you.
















 
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