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How to Fix Squeaky Floors

Squeaky wood floors? Fill gaps with shims Finding the exact cause of the squeak, and then choosing the best remedy, isn’t always a simple task. Don’t be surprised if you have to try several solutions ...
Danny Lipford: You know I don’t think I’ve ever seen a set of stairs that’s framed with wood that didn’t squeak at least a little bit. Now, if you have access under the stairs, fairly easy to fix.
As we concluded last week’s article, I said we would look at hardwood floors and staircases next time, which for generations, allowed parents to know when their teenagers were coming in late at night.
When evaluating the pros and cons of hardwood flooring, you might find that the positive far outweighs the negative. The ...
Do you remember hearing parents share stories about how they knew when their teenagers were sneaking back in after curfew because of that famous squeak in the hall floor or stairway? Perhaps now, you ...