In this video, This Old House contractor Tom Silva explains how to fill gaps in a wide-plank wood floor.
Steps for Filling Gaps in a Plank Wood Floor
- Scrape debris from between flooring planks with putty knife or painter’s tool.
- Vacuum floor clean of all dust and debris.
- If desired, tint rope with wood stain to match floor; let dry.
- Force rope into gap between planks with putty knife or painter’s tool.
Tools:
Tools & Materials
Putty knife- 5-In-1 Painter’s Tool
- Utility knife
