DIY Tips For Installing A Floor

Here is a example of basic floor installation. Just to give you idea of what the steps are for removing an old floor and replacing it with a new one.

1. Once you have selected a new flooring to install, evaluate your existing floor to determine whether you can install the new flooring over it.                         


                                                                                        

2. If necessary, remove the existing flooring to provide a sound surface for your new floor installation.                                                                         
                                                                                                                   

                                                                                                             





3. Install the appropriate type of underlayment for your floor covering.



4. Lay out your installation. For resilient or ceramic tile, establish layout lines that divide the room into quadrants. For sheet vinyl, create a template of the room perimeter. For carpet, determine the positions of seams.

                                                                                                    


5. Install your floor covering using the appropriate techniques: resilient flooring, ceramic tile, hardwood flooring, and carpet                  

 Find out how to do all sorts of diy projects with step -by-step instructions and videos.                                                   

Tools For Woodworking

I wanted to make a list of tools that can help you with most projects. These are suggestions and not every tool has to be purchased immediately. Take your time and find out what tools you may use more then others.

A good starter tool set you will want to have a selection of hand tools and a decent power drill. With these items, you will be able to start and complete many diy woodworking projects.

I recommend that you inspect the finish of your hand tools. It pays in the end to purchase quality tools if possible. Do not go into debt, buying the most expensive tools. Just a few quality tools will be fine.

Usually a quality hand toll is made of high-carbon steel and is machined with clean-cut metal surfaces. It is always wise to make sure the handle of the tools are tight and not flimsy, also they should feel comfortable in your hand.

Start your collection of tools with a as need attitude. As you become more comfortable with woodworking and would like to tackle a more complicated project then invest in what tools you may need.

The benefit of investing in quality tools made by reputable manufactures, they always carry a full parts and labor warranty. This can be a huge savings. Cheaper tools will usually break and have to be replaced.

When you buy any power tools the horsepower, cutting capacity and motor speed is what you are looking for. Do not buy the most powerful or biggest power tool it is not necessary.

Nevertheless, like hand tools quality matters. Check for roller or ball bearings instead of sleeve bearings. You want a good heavy-duty trigger switch and reinforced power cord.

Here is a list of basic tools that you will able to start any woodworking project with

Framing square plumb bob/chalk line

Combination square nail sets

Wallboard saw electric stud finder

Crosscut saw utility knife

16 oz claw hammer putty knife

Phillips screwdriver cats paw

Standard screwdriver wonder bar

Sanding block chisel

2 foot carpenters level T-level

C-clamp 12-foot tape measure

¾ horsepower drill with bits mallet

Cordless screwdriver

Finally when looking for a tool box the ones made of plastic or metal are good investments. They are lightweight and durable. Also tool boxes that come with cantilevered trays and divided compartments will keep your tools and materials organized much better.

With proper care a quality tool will last a lifetime.  I still use tools that belonged to my father and grandfather.

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