We're remodeling our kitchen and discovered hardwood under the laminate but it has some type of glue on it. At first I thought it was roofing felt the way it's tarring up the sander but I really don't know what it is. So far I've used 3 sheets of 24 grit but it keeps gumming up. Any idea of an easy way to get this junk off? I've tried my muti-tool with a scraper blade but didn't get anywhere. I'm sending the wife to the store tomorrow to get 12 more sanding sheets.


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I'd try a paint remover product, perhaps a citrus based one. Try a small area first. paint it on, let it set as directed and scape it off. Get as much of the adhesive off as you can before sanding. The stripper has to be cheaper than lots of sander sheets.

 

My fear about the stripper is that it would absorb into the wood and either stain it or prevent the polyurethane from sticking. I might test a section that'll be under the cabinets.


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probably was the asphalt based spirit (no gaps ) for the linoleum.

really can't do better than acetone for quick removal but no absorbtion.
yeah- gloves, ventilation, no sparks type stuff. wear the respirator anyways.

but maybe a two hour max clean up .... worth it.

what we use in refurb for the original woods...takes a water wipe then light sand for premium adhesion with even the lightest weight polyurethanes...

think about renting the floor sander. will do the prep surface in about five minutes, keep moving and you will be fine. it does not go near the walls, about 12 inches out. very level flooring..
hope that helps..good luck!

 

I second this. You can also rent a sander for the edges or use a belt sander, but as stated "Keep it moving".

Turn off any pilot lights also.

 

Went back to the rental store & got this. Slow going but between the ez8 belt sander & this baby I'm making it happen...slowly. Luckily the rental place said I'll only have to pay for one & the supplies I use (think they felt sorry for me)!!

Oh yeah, here I'm trying my dangest to get the most out of some dull sandpaper!


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Looks like Scotty and Lary in their younger years.

 

WATCH OUT! There is always someone saying the sky is falling. A lot of adhesives used prior to 1970 contains asbestos! Sanding or grinding can make fibers airborne! Use caution. Fumes from thinners can be hazardous also. Be sure of what you are getting into while trying to save money by "doing it yourself". I've spent 40 years in the construction bussiness. Just my opinion!

 

friggin' hilarious Hamiltonxxxx! way to use the help....hehehheheh


got to love the rental guys who give you a break, answer your questions and actually pick the better equipment to rent out to ya....


have fun, be safe and i bet it will look awesome upon completion!!!!

 

Done with a little help from my D/A sander! Hopefully I didn't swallow too much asbestos . In hindsight I should have just replaced the whole floor but who would have thunk that I was dealing with asbestos...a little too late now!


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it's looks great, and - don't worry

you'll end up having a gravelly movie star voice...... kidding.

 

Great job sir!!!, Asbestos is like most other EPA garbage. Yes there is a risk, if you are engulfed with particles for years on end. Your respiratory system is designed to expel and protect against such things. Asbestos is almost as ridiculous as Radon. Just the EPA being the EPA. Fumes, Fumes Fumes... aint nothing wrong with a contact buzz. Anything your working with, unless your using something like M-E-K wont do much harm, and even then only with prolonged and repeated exposure.

Can't wait to see it when you have it all polished up and furnished!! keep the pics coming!!

 

I've done a kitchen, hallway and 1 bedroom, both oak and longleaf pine. I used box fans set in the window sills to exhaust all dust, fumes, etc. Worked great and kept it out of my nose. "Keeping the sander moving" is probably the 2nd most important thing, besides ventilation. Sorry, a little late w/the comments.