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Posted April 18, 2016
When installing wood flooring in Toronto, it is important to be prepared and to also have a general idea of what you can expect when the work crew arrives. Being prepared will make the process go faster, more efficient and help to eliminate surprises. Here is some information on what you can expect and what has to be taken care of beforehand.
First on the to do list is removing the furniture and other items from the rooms where the installation will take place. Some companies will take it out, but it may be an additional charge. You should also remove the items from closets, built-in china cabinets and the like. In addition, the room where you will be installing wood flooring in Toronto should be climate-controlled with only moderate humidity.
You will also need to figure out how your old flooring will be removed and disposed of. Know that this can be time consuming. Touch base with your installers about the price and method involved. If you do it yourself, it is need to be taken care of at least a day before to allow for cleanup and prepping of the new floor. If it is old carpet, be sure to take the staples out of the floor from the padding.
Your sub-flooring will also need to be prepared or a new subfloor could also be required before installing wood flooring in Toronto. Discuss this with your installer, and if you need a new one, make sure it is done by experts. Basically, the sub-flooring needs to be as level and clean as possible.
Lastly, quarter round and shoe molding have to be removed prior to installation. The work crew may do this, but it could be extra. Also, they are not usually liable for breakage or damage due to brittle or dry wood.
Like anything you do in life, preparation always pays off. Getting new hardwood flooring is no different. The few things that have to be taken care of before the big day will pay off in spades when installing wood flooring in Toronto goes seamlessly well.
