The-Floor-Man.Blogspot

If you are considering installing engineered hardwood, there are a few things you should know. First I am going to to talk about the tools necessary to do the job, then I will get into the installation process. In this article I am going to cover the glue down installation method. The tools necessary for installation are: 1.) Hand-scraper (used for scraping up adhesives and other contaminates from the sub-floor.) 2.) Broom and dust pan. 3.) Door jamb saw. (this tool is used for under-cutting the door facings) 4.) Trowel (used to spread adhesive) 5.) 6-8 foot straight edge. (used for checking the sub-floor for imperfections or undulations.) 6.) Chop/Miter saw. 7.) Table saw. 8.) Adhesive (Urethane is preferred) 9.) Pry-bar 10.) Rubber Mallet. This tool may or may not be necessary, this will depend on how well the product goes together. A rubber mallet may damage the finish; so be careful when using one. 11.) Floor leveling compound or floor patch. 12.) Wood chisel. 13.) Chalk line 14.) ...