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Jeff Wisnia
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Old particle board subfloor
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So, I want to redo the floor in a cheap little cabin. The subfloor is
particle board, covered with linoleum tile, subsequently carpeted.
I've removed the carpet and tile (shingle rake was helpful for that).
The particle board has gotten wet in some places and softened and
gotten lumpy, and doesn't smell very good. I'm thinking of trying to
seal it with some sort of paint or varnish or something, before
putting a plank floor on. Something that would soak in and harden and
restore some integrity to the soft spots, and seal in the musty
smell. Anyone have an idea as to what might work, or general advice
on dealing with particle board subfloors?
The local radio commercials for Reeds Ferry Sheds:
http://www.reedsferry.com/
Claim that unlike the Big Box sheds, their sheds don't use particle
board floors, because when particle board gets damp it becomes........
Fall apart-icle board!
(Worth a drum roll and rim shot, eh?)
Jeff
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