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If, for example, you decide to install lock flooring on your own, the remaining costs after purchasing the hardwood are minimal. For unfinished flooring, factor in the time and cost of sanding and finishing. Even if you decide on prefinished hardwood, understand that even nailing and floor preparation are necessary and should be done by a professional.

For installation, the cost of nailing, gluing, or floating hardwood is $2.50 to $3.50 per square foot; the staples or nails should also be factored into the cost. In some cases, plywood may need to be added first before the flooring. If you have unfinished flooring and need it stained, the cost of this work is $4.50, plus the price of the stain. Your floors may also need a moisture barrier or sound control installed, and both of these procedures cost about $1.25 per square foot. Additionally, if you have carpet or tiles needing to be removed, expect to pay a contractor around $60 per hour to take out and dispose of your old flooring.

Hardwood flooring is a common and popular type of application found in many homes. A wood floor always seems to give a home a warm kind of feeling. With advancements and techniques, it is even possible to lay it over concrete. In this article, we will outline the steps necessary to lay your wood flooring over a concrete base.

Tools / Materials

Mineral Spirits

?" Round Molding

Tape Measure

Saw

Painter's Tape

Adhesive

Hardwood Flooring

Paint Roller

Moisture Barrier

Level & Sander

Preparation

Step 1 - Once you've purchased your wood, keep the materials in your home for a week's time in order to allow them to acclimate to the home's temperatures. Due to how the material expands and contracts, this will help eliminate added adjustments later on.

Step 2 - Clean the treatment area making certain it is completely dry. Also keep in mind that the material cannot be placed on fresh concrete for a period of at least sixty days.

Step 3 - Inspect the concrete for any high or rough spots. Using a sander, scale down any rough spots till they are level. Be sure to clean up any sand or dust left over.

Step 4 - Using a paint roller, apply a moisture barrier. This is act to seal the concrete and give added protection to the wood. Allow to dry over sixteen hours.

Installation

Step 1 - Apply the adhesive to the floor, starting at the edge of the longest wall. Place the flooring directly to the adhesive, and press down.

Step 2 - While you apply, use mineral spirits, dabbed on a rag to help remove excess adhesive from the surface.

Step 5 - Once you've completed placing all of your boards, walk around the entire home in order to make sure that each plank is stuck to the adhesive. Do not spend too much time in the room, and do not allow traffic in the area until a good twelve hours has passed.

Step 6 - Once your adhesive has dried, nail the ?" molding to the wall in order to cover the expansion joint.

A lot of people find the job of installing hardwood flooring quite daunting though with the proper process and the right tools, you are just mere days away from getting a beautiful floor that is worth bragging about.