I had water get under my hardwood floor and it caused the sub-flooring to swell, making the hardwood cup up and look un-even in one area. Is it difficult to take up the existing hardwood without damaging it? And then re-installing it back again following repairs?

Answer:

Dear Steve Check the moisture content of the floor and subfloor and don't re-install it until the MC (moisture content) is between 6-8% or the standard indoor MC for interior wood in your area. Cabinet makers will know this.

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Last Update: 21-May-2012

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