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Yes. The most destructive force that will shorten the life of a exterior deck is water. Even if you use a sealer, water will still penetrate the wood to some degree, the wood will swell, and the surface can buckle. Leave the small gaps to allow for swelling and quicker dry time and air flow.
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What size boards should I use for the deck floor?
For a deck floor, it is recommended to use 2x6 or 5/4x6 boards for a sturdy and durable surface.
What is a housing joint used for?
Joist possibly ? A joist is the boards under the floor and above the ceiling that span the room or building. What the floor or ceiling is attached to.
What occurs in the sub-floor?
The floor of a house that is off the ground is first built with a layer of boards that is at a 45 degree angle to the load centers. To the average person, this layer of boards looks like a floor. However, they are wider than the boards than are normally used to go on the floor. The floor that people walk on will be put on top of these boards. The boards used for the floor will be thinner.
How far should boards be for subflooring?
Standard wood floor joist spacing is 16" on center.
How can I replace hardwood floor boards?
To replace hardwood floor boards, follow these steps: 1. Remove damaged boards by cutting and prying them out. 2. Measure and cut new boards to fit. 3. Install new boards by nailing or gluing them in place. 4. Sand and finish the new boards to match the existing floor.
Is it okay to have a treadmill on the second story of a building?
Yes they are not that heavy. A typical treadmill weighs as much as a king-sized bed with matress and boxspring, or an average dresser with drawers. Putting a treadmill on the second floor is not dangerous in terms of weight. You should consider the height of the room, and that constant wear and tear on the floor-boards, floor-joists, or cross-beams may create a "noisy" zone in your floor.
What is flooring?
The boards or other material of which a floor is made.
What are the best practices for replacing hardwood floor boards?
When replacing hardwood floor boards, it is important to carefully remove the damaged boards, match the new boards to the existing ones in terms of species and color, acclimate the new boards to the room's humidity levels, and properly secure them in place using nails or adhesive. Sanding and refinishing the entire floor after replacement can help ensure a seamless look.
Can hardwood run parallel to JOISTS?
If you're installing hardwood floor boards over a strong 3/4 inch plywood sub-floor, then yes, you can install the hardwood floor parallel to the joists. If your sub-floor is weak, then you should fix the subfloor.
Do steam cleaners lift varnish on polished floor boards or shrink them?
Steam cleaners do not lift varnish or shrink polished floor boards. The whole idea of applying varnish to a floor is so that the floor will be protected from moisture or liquid being absorbed by the wood.
Where can tessellation be found?
In your house on your floor like tile or boards
Where is the body in The Tell-Tale Heart?
under the floor boards
