Learn how to install solid hardwood flooring with a few simple tools.
How to install nail down hardwood floors.
This will keep your very first rows straight where wall prevents the use of the floor nail gun.
When it s waterproof it s worry proof.
Here s how to install flooring using the staple down method.
Nail installation is a method commonly used for solid hardwood floors.
Option 1 face nail using finish nails then angle nail the first few rows of boards you install.
If you re installing engineered hardwood floors please refer to the staple down instructions.
Option 2 face nail using electric brand nail gun or finish nail gun the first few rows of boards you install.
Fill nailed areas with appropriate colored wood filler to match the flooring.
Begin with the first row pre drilling holes.
Typically used for engineereed hardwood staple down installation works well with 3 8 5 8 inch flooring.
Hardwood floors are durable beautiful and a great diy project.
It follows the same method as staple down installation but you use a wood flooring cleat rather than a stapler.
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Next using your hammer insert a nail 1 inch from the wall and about every 4 inches along the board.