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George \(dicegeorge\) wrote:
Is there any reason why my old floorboards are nailed, other than that
it's quicker?

If it is an old house, screws were expensive when it was built. Nails are
also less obvious if the boards aren't covered.

As I will want to take my floorboards up in a year or so
I think I should screw the ones I'm repairing and replacing,
but what kind of screw?

I use 2" 10. Get a combination bit which drills pilot, clearance and
countersink all in one go.

As I plan on pulling them up again in a year maybe a shorter narrower
screw so next year's can be secure?

If you drill the correct holes the same size screw will be fine for
several removals and replacements.

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