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Reclaimed Flooring Installation How to install reclaimed hardwood flooring From "Bathroom Renovations" episode DBTR-311

Homeowners Nate and Carolyn save a little money by installing reclaimed hardwood flooring, which matches the wood throughout their house.

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D

Materials:

rosin paper
utility knife
finish nailer
nailset
floor vent
tape measure
sliding compound miter saw
safety glasses
flooring stapler
rubber mallet

Reclaimed Flooring Installation

1. Determine which way you want the flooring to run. It is generally best to go across the floor joists because it makes for a much stronger surface.

2. Cover the plywood subfloor with rosin paper (figure A), which acts as a vapor barrier and cushions the wood.

3. Measure from wall to determine where the transition board needs to go (figure B).

4. Apply construction adhesive to floor and set transition board (figure C), then secure with a finish nailer (figure D). If the nails don't go all the way in, follow up with a nailset.

5. Put another bead of glue along the wall because a starter board will go there (figure E). Set board leaving a 3/8" gap for expansion and contraction (figure F). The first few boards need to be nailed on the face until you are far enough away to use the flooring stapler (figure G). Tap the boards with a rubber mallet to tighten them against one another (figure H).

Figure E

Figure F

Figure G

6. Notch the rosin paper out for any vents (figure I). Tap in the vent cover and face nail it (figure J).

7. The rest of the boards can be fastened using the flooring stapler.

Figure H

Figure I

Figure J

Do It Yourself Flooring For more information on flooring techniques, visit DIY's Flooring Center.

RESOURCES :

Steam Shower
Steam Generator
Model #: MS225TC1

Tempo Plus Time & Temperature Control
Model #: MSTPLUS-PC
Color: Polished Chrome

Autoflush Automatic Drain Valve System
Model #: MS81500S

Brand Name: Mr. Steam
Website: www.mrsteam.com

Tile
Field Tile 3"x3"
Model #: Floor Tile
Color: 230 Matte Green

Field Tile 3"x3"
Model #: Single Bullnose
Color: 230 Matte Green

Brand Name: North Prairie Tileworks, Inc.
Website: www.handmadetile.com

GUESTS :
Mark Torgeson, Contractor
Northern Star Construction
1632 W. 26th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55405
Telephone: 1-612-817-7406