Sand Subfloor Seams Prior to Install
The new house has been framed in the rain and now the sub-floor sheet edges are swollen and raised. These seams must be sanded flat to make the sub-floor a flat plane, suitable for the new floor.
This step, especially with pre-finished flooring where no sanding will take place after install, is important so there is no visible telegraphing of the raised edge. As the floor board is installed over this raised area, the board follows this contour.
Just another step that’s built into every floor!
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To Box Store or Not to Box Store
I can hear it now,”but its a warehouse, its supposed to be less expensive!” I beat them daily with just normal pricing! Not just this but how about industry knowledge? How can this be?
- The overhead of those multi-million dollar buildings is huge and must be paid for.
- We shop at some of the same distributors so access to same products is available.
- Unqualified salesman “You need this you need that” are you sure?
Price shopping? Contact me for a comparison!
Read MoreWhat’s the next step with a floor Installation?
Can you tell me, what are the 3 important things occurring in this picture?
Maybe, you are considering installing that wood floor yourself? I am all for doing-it-yourself! However, a little planning and understanding goes a long way, just like in all walks of life.
I can be hired as a consultant and will answer any questions you pose. I personally think it is wise to use my 25 years of hardwood floor experience so that your project goes smoothly!
Save wasted steps and simple errors!
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