Installing new hardwood over older wood floors can be extremely time saving in lieu of removal that can become expensive dirty and even dangerous depending on how the original floor was installed.
Install new hardwoods next to existing.
Just a quick little video on how to install a section of new hardwood flooring while being able to tie into old hardwood.
The profile also known as the thickness of the new wood floors should match that of the existing floors.
Rather it would just be laid next to existing wood.
T molding is used to bridge gaps in hardwood.
A new hardwood floor can dramatically increase the value of your home but connecting an existing floor with a new one may.
My next plan was to find an unfinished product with similar grain and then lay perpendicular to the existing floor in the living room.
But if the wood is flowing in the same direction you may want to consider weaving it into the existing wood as it will make your space look larger.
If you are planning to install wood floors in only one area of your home you may be tempted to try to match the floors that are installed in your other areas.
Keep in mind that it is extremely difficult and also more expensive to install hardwood flooring over a concrete sub floor.
Vacuum all dust and debris from the floor and smooth out any raised areas.
However it may be best to completely remove the old kitchen floor covering and expose the subfloor.
As long as the surface is smooth and level technically you can install hardwood floor over your existing flooring.
Tips on connecting an existing hardwood floor with a new hardwood floor.
This would have the added benefit of keeping the new floor running parallel to the living room s longest wall and then run at a 45 degree angle in the dining room.
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Why trying to match existing wood floors is difficult.
If the new wood is parallel to existing wood this is a non issue as wood does not need to be woven in.
If it isn t you ll need to either add or remove a layer or two of plywood.
This is very difficult to do because different series of the same types of wood flooring may be slightly mismatched in their tone.