Floor With Low Spot Wood

If you are nailing the hardwood floor in place choose cementitious leveling compound that you can nail through.
Floor with low spot wood. If the uneven floor is due to floor joists that have warped or twisted over time or were incorrectly installed the only way to level the floor is to remove the subflooring and shim the joists. Mix the compound as directed on the package then pour it onto the low spots in the floor. 3 set a long straightedge tool or a straight piece of 2 by 4 inch lumber. Use builder s felt or shingles stapled to the floor to fill small low spots if you.
Use a trowel to spread the material then allow it to dry before proceeding. An underlayment is a thin layer of material sandwiched between two other materials. Fill cracks or major voids with wood putty or a self leveling compound. It s used to help insulate absorb sound and reduce wear on your floor.