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How to Replace Tongue and Groove Boards in Hardwood Flooring

The interlocking design of tongue-and-groove boards means that it is necessary to cut through the board joints to release them from their position. A circular saw is ideal for this purpose.

Excerpted from Do It Yourself Home Improvement

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  • Reposition New Board in Place
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Use Nail Cutting Blade to Cut Concealed Nails
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Prepare to Cut

Use a nail cutting blade to cut through any concealed nails. Set the circular saw to the exact depth of the damaged board.

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