How Do You Stop A Squeaky Hardwood Floor?
Squeaky floors can sometimes add charm to older homes. Many people expect hardwood floors to squeak after years of use, and some homes shift as they settle, causing squeaks. The weather may also play a role when floors start to squeak. Having access below a squeaky floor is the most efficient way to fix a squeak. With the help of a friend, the exact spot can easily be located, and the squeak can be found and eliminated. Lubricate between squeaky boards with talcum powder. Work the powder into the seam and step on the board a few times to push the powder deep between the boards. Clean excess powder from the floor. Spread powdered graphite between the squeaky boards. Cover the area with a paper tower and step on the boards to work the powder into the seam. Wipe the residue from the floor. Nail the floorboard to the sub-floor using a flooring nail. Nail ½ in. from the edge of the board at an angle. Drive the nail below the surface with a nail set. Install screws through the floor joist an
