Installation Tips for Hardwood - Part II

Last Tuesday we discussed the initial thoughts and steps behind installing hardwood flooring.  This week we will discuss the tools you will need to successfully complete the process. Keep in mind that this list is for most projects.  Your flooring professional should be able to assist you with selecting the tools for your particular job.

Tools and Accessories Needed

• Broom/vacuum
• Pencil
• Safety Glasses
• Filler or putty stick
• Moisture meter (wood, concrete, or both)
• Hand Saw, table saw, circular saw or band saw
• Moisture resistant cushioned underlayment
• Tape Measure
• Vinyl/plastic tapping block
• Carpenter's Square
• Hammer or rubber mallet
• Small pry-bar or pull-bar
• Utility/razor knife
• Dust mask
• 3M 2080 BueMask tape
• Transition and wall moldings
• Wood Glue*
• 4-6 mil polyvinyl sheeting (if needed)

*Use wood glue designed for laminate or floating wood installations or a Carpenter's glue such as Franklin TiteBond II. A 16 oz. container will be adequate for approximately 200 ft² of wood installation.

 

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