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Posted by aemeijers on June 7, 2007, 6:27 pm
>
>> I'm thinking about putting in a wood floor, and am wondering whether I
>> should remove the vinyl floor, or just lay down wood on top. Any
>> thoughts on whether the vinyl should be removed first, and whether the
>> floor needs to be refloated under wood?
>>
>> Also, this room has direct exterior access. Is a wood floor (not Pergo)
>> a good idea, or is it likely to show wear near the door? What about that
>> bamboo flooring that seems to popular right now?
>
> I'd remove the vinyl to eliminate potential problems in the future.
>
> As for wear near the door, put a mat or throw rug thee to help keep the
> rest of hte floors clean and minimize wear. I don't have any experience
> with bamboo.
IMHO, any wood or wood-like flooring near a weather door is a mistake. It
<will> get wet at some point. Plan accordingly. I'd look real hard at having
a patch of tile or slate there.
aem sends....
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