Repairing a Subfloor
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- 3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoDana Veach thanked Patricia Colwell Consulting
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Comments (5)By now, you have picked up on "dont do it"... So looking at the brightside- Carefully tearing out your nice wood floor (from above) you can reuse it or keep it for another project(s). Tearing it all out gives you options you wouldnt have had before. You can adjust your sink or toilet locations, move the bath if you like... Change the size of that closet... Get you some more room in the bath if needed.Or just change the floorplan. PLUS you can then finish it off with a desireable tile floor. Proper installation is very easy DIY project just get a video at a home center and take a look. You will see it isnt that bad..Good luck & hang in there.. Two things I have learned about home repairs is 1)Do not remove protective guards off saws (dont ask)& 2)A cat turd dipped on chocolate- is still a cat turd.....See Moremy new windows/republic
Comments (2)Hi changling, Just to let you know I had a quote from Champion for about 14,000 and this was supposed to be a one time 3 day yearly special. I had about 5 sales people to my home in 3 days. I could sign a contract if I wanted and cancel in writting in Whatever the time was given to legally cancel. These sales people usually use high preasure to get you to sign up. I cancelled 2 of the 3 I signed. I did give them 1.5 hours each and premeasured all windows and knew what kind of windowsI wanted before hand to save time (sliders/ bay/patio, if I wants divided/simulated lights, the color) I would ask them to send you brochure or a web site so you can see different products before hand. FYI, they do not use the salespersons measurements, they will send(or should)someone who really knows how to measure) Do not divulge how much the others quoted but do let them know you are getting other quotes. Do let them know before you start you have other appointments and how much time you have to give them (add 15 minutes to get them out the door). Ask if they use there own installers or subcontract. I think it best if they have their own installers then they are familiar with product and their won't be a war between installer and company if they are not installed correctly. We can second guess ourselves a thousand times when making a costly decision. Just go with what you feel is right. Also, keep a check list and list of questions to ask each of the salespeople so you don't forget anything. I had them come on a Thurs/Fri so I had extra time to decide (cancelation only counts business days) Check with your state re the policy of cancelling contracts. Do call them and also send a certified letter to cancel so you have a record you sent written notice to cancel. If you are really having trouble maybe just get 4 windows replaced and live with them to see how they are before getting all replaced. Good luck on your search...See MoreHelp Please. Hardieboard over concrete and plywood subfloor
Comments (3)I know , but constructive criticism only please . How would a pro fix this if it is incorrect?...See MoreFlooring Dilemna - take 4
Comments (6)Hello - I was about to post something and realized that I already had posted this last year. I have not done anything with this dogroom/mudroom floor tile situation. It is a really nice tile 18 x 24 or so in size. But it is way too white and shows everything. Is it possible to darker/stain a tile floor? Would one of those garage floor paints or some sort of stain possibly work? We are kicking ourselves for not investigating this better before selecting the tile. I have not installed the baseboards/cabinet trim/etc because I know we are not happy with this color tile. Thanks for any suggestions....See More- 3 years ago
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