Wood Floors: Featured Article
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Q: In the process of remodeling my house, built in 1904, I uncovered Douglas fir flooring that appears to be in good shape after being hidden for nearly 40 years under red shag carpeting. But I have received conflicting advice about how to refinish the floors. One contractor told me to rent a commercial floor sander, then finish with a rotary sander. Another contractor said the big machine has a tendency to damage a floor, so I should work only with the rotary sander. What do you think?
Marty, Colfax, CA
Finishing nails are typically set below the surface of the wood and then the holes are filled with putty. Here's another way: Slit the surface of the wood slightly with a drywall knife, then drive a nail behind the slit at an angle, setting it below the surface. From most angles, the nail holes will be hidden from view.
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