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Hello this is my first post and first home, so bare with me. We jst purchased a home of approx 175 - 200 years old. It required some work that we are prepared to pick at. One of our first interior jobs was to remove old carpet from the hallways and bathroom. why someone would put carpet in a bathroom is beyond me? but after removing the carpet and underlay we discoverd 12 to 14 inch floor boards, im not sure if they are pine or hemlock? any ideas how to tell. Most of the boards are in good shape but some, like in the doorways, have been worn almost through. I was wondering if there were any ideas on how to match wood. Also the boards must have shrunk over time, as there is often up to a 1/2 inch gap between them. I dont really mind the gap but how to stop the dirt from getting in there. I was also curious about a finish for the floor, espeacially in the bathroom.
I also discovered in the attic a large quantity of unused wide planks. Would it be okay to use them, or would the transition from attic to living areas warp the wood?
Thanks and looking forward to any information
I also discovered in the attic a large quantity of unused wide planks. Would it be okay to use them, or would the transition from attic to living areas warp the wood?
Thanks and looking forward to any information
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