You ll need a nail set when hand nailing flooring and you should use it when the head is about 1 2 inch out.
How to lay nail down hardwood flooring.
Face nail each board at the point of every joist and set the nail with a nail set.
Getting ready to install engineered hardwood.
When learning how to install hardwood flooring it s important to understand that there are four basic types of installation.
Begin by selecting a long board to start the first row.
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There are three ways to do it and the nail down method that you ll see in this video is great for wood subfloo.
Durable and available in engineered and solid options hardwood flooring is available in a variety of colors and install methods.
If you try to nail any deeper than that without a nail set you ll.
Pick one that is straight.
For tongue and groove flooring drive a nail at a 45 degree angle through the tongue then conceal it by engaging the groove of the next board.
Engineered flooring can be installed above grade at grade and below grade level do not install hardwood flooring in bathrooms.
Always check with the manufacturer s instructions to determine if your hardwood floor can be installed over an in floor radiant heat system.
Be sure to countersink the nail drive it slightly below the surface of the wood to prevent interference in the joint.
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Solid hardwood flooring only can be installed on or above ground level with a plywood subfloor.