Replacing Old Hardwood Floors

How to replace hardwood floor.

Replacing old hardwood floors.

Hardwood floors can last a long time but eventually they need to be replaced. Use a circular saw to cut the old hardwood into pieces then remove the old. Hardwood flooring is very popular now but it can be damaged by too much moisture and easily scratched by pets nails. Hardwood floors take a lot of abuse and over time they can become stained warped chipped or just dull.

When your hardwood floor begins to appear worn. Engineered hardwood provides a similar look at a lower cost but can t be refinished as often. Here s a look at ways to determine whether you need a simple repair a full refinishing job or to simply start fresh with a new hardwood floor installation. Costs to remove old flooring are not included and some homes may require additional construction for some floor types.

The 280 square feet of narrow oak strips was 95 years old and pretty beat with scratches. The only option to repair hardwood floors at this point is to cut out the stained floorboards and install new ones. 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. 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.

Luckily it s a pretty straightforward process.