Replacing Old Hardwood Floors

We replaced a couple of boards from a standard 3 4 in thick x 2 1 4 in wide oak strip floor using a drill circular saw and sharp chisel.

Replacing old hardwood floors.

The 280 square feet of narrow oak strips was 95 years old and pretty beat with scratches. Hardwood floors take a lot of abuse and over time they can become stained warped chipped or just dull. Luckily it s a pretty straightforward process. Use a circular saw to cut the old hardwood into pieces then remove the old.

One thing we didn t need permission to do was replace the wood flooring in the living room dining area. Hardwood floors can last a long time but eventually they need to be replaced. How to refinish a 100 year old wood floor. Repairing and refinishing old hardwood floors can be a labor intensive and complex process.

Costs to remove old flooring are not included and some homes may require additional construction for some floor types. When your hardwood floor begins to appear worn. Hardwood flooring is very popular now but it can be damaged by too much moisture and easily scratched by pets nails. Engineered hardwood provides a similar look at a lower cost but can t be refinished as often.

Whether you ve been admiring your old wood floor for years or you just discovered it hidden under some old carpeting refinishing it can be a feast for.