Linoleum floor removal. Ugh. Talk about a home improvement project that’s a whole lot of work. It’s messy and dirty. What’s worse, linoleum floor removal is very hard, arduous work. The good news is, you don’t need any real DIY expertise, but you do need a bit of persistence and get-it-done attitude. You probably know this is hard work but you can do it on your own, just set aside the time and get a few helping hands to give you more to work with.
Linoleum Floor Disposal in Belleview
Before you go about linoleum floor removal, you need to think about its disposal. That's right, when you go into any type of home improvement, the debris takes a big part in the process. After all, you've got to do something with those old materials.
One of the most frustrating home remodeling tasks is trying to remove an old linoleum or vinyl floor. Even when the linoleum is pulled off, things only get worse. Now you’re faced with gobs of old glue that seem harder than meteorites all over the floor. --Improve Net.com
Which means, you'll need a bit of help along the way. So, take a moment to schedule a junk hauling service to come out to get the remodeling debris and take the occasion to get rid of other unwanted stuff.
Linoleum Floor Removal Guide
Linoleum is a great flooring choice because it’s low-cost and very durable. Plus, it comes in a wide variety of styles. So, it makes for the perfect solution for many spaces. But, it's susceptible to damage from sharp objects and even pets. So, here's how to go about linoleum floor removal:
- Test for asbestos first. This is particularly important if the flooring date backs to the 1970’s or even the 1980’s. It’s possible for the linoleum to contain some level of asbestos. If so, you’ll need to hire a pro service.
- Peel the linoleum from the subfloor. In order to take up linoleum flooring, you'll need to start by peeling up a corner and working toward the other side. Of course, this will probably require a floor scraper.
- Take all the adhesive off the subfloor. Use a strong adhesive remover to absorb and/or dissolve the adhesive on the subfloor. Be sure to use a product that’s safe for your type of subfloor and follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully for the best results.
- Make repairs and clean the subfloor to finish. Lastly, you'll need to take care of any problems with the subfloor before installing new top flooring. Thereafter, you'll have to clean it well to ready it for new flooring.
When you’re done taking up that linoleum floor and need to remodeling debris disposal, go ahead and phone 800-433-1094 or visit AAA Rousse Services.