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Q: Is it better to nail down or glue down hardwood floors?
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Why is it impossible to glue down click and fold engineered hardwood flooring?

Some manufacturers allow glue down of their click and fold / lock engineered wood floors. Check websites for info.


How do you decide between engineered hardwood floors and natural hardwood floors?

If we can nail it down we use (prefinished) hardwood. If we have to glue it down (on slab) we use engineered. You can certainly use engineered in any application whether nail down, glue down, or even floating. There really aren't many compelling reasons to use solid anymore beyond prestige and the fact that is has zero chemical emissions. Engineered can be refinished just like solid, as long as the top veneer is think enough. If you plan to be in your house long enough to refinish the floor, use an engineered with a 3mm+ top veneer.


Is it better to glue down or float an engineered floor?

engineered floors such as pergo or Armstrong should float on a supplied pad because the will expand and contract with weather conditions


Can you install hardwood on a cement floor?

Yes, it must be a glue down wood or a floating wood floor.


Can you glue down engineered click lock floor?

No it's impossibleEdit: I would have to disagree with this answer. Typically, you would not glue click lock hardwood floors, but if the floor is level and even you could both click it and glue it. It's not necessary, but you could do it.ANS 3 - If the click-lock flooring is laid properly it should be on thin wavy foam sheet. -It's supposed to 'float' ! If this is left out and the laminate is glued to sub floor, chances are good that it will start to separate in much used areas. -NOT a good idea to glue it

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What type of glue do I use to lay hardwood floors?

Any wood glue will work great for hardwood floors, but make sure it's compatible with your wood type.


Why is it impossible to glue down click and fold engineered hardwood flooring?

Some manufacturers allow glue down of their click and fold / lock engineered wood floors. Check websites for info.


Can you glue-down hardwood floors directly on plywood?

Yes you can, but it's not recommended due to the different expansion rates of plywood and narrow strips of hardwood. -All the experts will tell you it should be angle-nailed.


How do you get black glue from linoleum off of hardwood floor?

Scrape as much as you can with a metal spatula then use Goof Off to get the rest. It will NOT harm hardwood floors.


When you put accetone on hardwood floors to remove super glue can you tell me what process needs to be done?

If your hardwood flooring has ANY kind of finish on it, acetone will ruin it.


Will turpentine damage hard wood floors if used to remove carpet glue?

No, usually the varnish used on hardwood floors is resistant to turpentine. I would rather use Goof Off if I was removing carpet glue.


How do you decide between engineered hardwood floors and natural hardwood floors?

If we can nail it down we use (prefinished) hardwood. If we have to glue it down (on slab) we use engineered. You can certainly use engineered in any application whether nail down, glue down, or even floating. There really aren't many compelling reasons to use solid anymore beyond prestige and the fact that is has zero chemical emissions. Engineered can be refinished just like solid, as long as the top veneer is think enough. If you plan to be in your house long enough to refinish the floor, use an engineered with a 3mm+ top veneer.


Can you use nail polish remover to get super glue off mw hardwood floors?

No. Nail polish remover (usually acetone or a similar solvent) will not disolve cyanoacrylics (super glue) once the super glue has hardened.


How do you get hardwood glue off hardwood floors?

To remove hardwood glue from hardwood floors, you can use a scraper or putty knife to carefully scrape off the excess glue. Then, use a cloth dampened with warm water to gently wipe away any remaining residue. If the glue is stubborn, you can try using a hardwood floor cleaner specifically designed to remove adhesive residue.


Do you recommend glue down hardwood floor installation?

Definitely not, it should be angle nailed.


Can you glue down hardwood floor on top of ceramic floor?

Not the best idea. Hardwood floor should be angle nailed down, but obviously you cant do that. I think hardwood flooring would dry out and separate in places if glued.


Is it better to glue down or float an engineered floor?

engineered floors such as pergo or Armstrong should float on a supplied pad because the will expand and contract with weather conditions