I live in an older property, a semi built in the mid 1920s. I have been there for about 2 years. I am sure there has been some structural movement in the property judging by some of the door frames, picture rails etc but I am sure any movement is of a long standing nature. What I want to ask about is the floors. All the floors are wood with the exception of the kitchen which is concrete. As I have progressed around the house removing carpet etc. the floors all appear to be about a half inch below the bottom of the skirting and arcatrave. Beading has been added to the bottom of the skirting to hide the gap. I am sure this is not a recent addition, I would say no major work has been carried out on the property for over 30 years. The question I have is do I need to worry. The room I am working in now I intend to replace all the skirting/arc and picture rail. I was intending to fit the skirting closer to the floorboards after the walls have been skimmed. Doe this seem sensible or do I need to take any other action with the floor, I hope not.
Any advice appreciated.
Any advice appreciated.
