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With a trailer loaded with 3,000 lbs of flooring,
a side-by-side fridge, a double stack washer &
dryer, & stove, the trek to the mountains begins. |
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Getting started right is the most important
part of installing a hardwood floor.
This is 4 1/2" x 3/4" thick pre-finished oak. |
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Using an air hammer made for installing
hardwood, you pound with a hammer to
release the air and drive the nail. |
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In areas too close to the wall to
toe nail, Bob used a 2" brad nailer on the
face of the wood to hold the flooring in place. |
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Placing the stove in position. |
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The kitchen is almost complete.. |
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Moving in the fridge. |
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The kitchen is now complete |