Would like a bit advice please. In my circa 1890 flat I've discovered badly cut boards and joists. At the moment only really seen some of my 1m wide by 9m long hall. Obviously over the years boards been up and down and plumbing/heating installed etc. I'd hoped to sand floors but suspect thats out.
My boards are I think 27mm thick.
Are using decent quality new boards an idea if I wanted to try and stick with the idea of floor sanding? I don't really want to start fishing around for reclaimed floorboards though I suppose I can see better exactly how much I might need when I lift carpets for a proper look at whole areas.
Other idea is perhaps plywood on top of joists instead of the boards. I'd put laminate or engineered wood on top. Would it need to be 25mm or 18mm be ok if boards going on top?
I welcome any suggestions for trying to bridge at some joists or attach some supports to sides of joists in places.
Thanks
My boards are I think 27mm thick.
Are using decent quality new boards an idea if I wanted to try and stick with the idea of floor sanding? I don't really want to start fishing around for reclaimed floorboards though I suppose I can see better exactly how much I might need when I lift carpets for a proper look at whole areas.
Other idea is perhaps plywood on top of joists instead of the boards. I'd put laminate or engineered wood on top. Would it need to be 25mm or 18mm be ok if boards going on top?
I welcome any suggestions for trying to bridge at some joists or attach some supports to sides of joists in places.
Thanks