Subfloor repair

How to use liquid self leveling concrete compound to level and repair a sloping or uneven floor

how to remove damaged subflooring and cut it flush to a wall

Started what I thought was an easy job of placing "peel and stick" tile and grout in my downstairs bathroom, but that was until I removed the quarter round at the base of the tub. It is not all th...

A water-damaged subfloor needs attention right away. Chicago restoration experts outline what to do now. Read more.

Our bathroom subfloor was rotted and needed patches in a couple of places. See how I cut out the damage and repaired the subfloor.

how to remove damaged subflooring and cut it flush to a wall

Replacing an underlayment under a wall is necessary when the underlayment is no longer structurally sound. The subfloor is the solid foundation under the floor covering that it depends on for the stability of the floor and walls. It is not the main support system, it is the work of beams, posts and beams, but it does its part in the work.rnThe subfloor can rot with water, usually the case with the walls behind the shower controls or the walls under the malfunctioning windows. In some…

Learn about the differences between subfloor, underlayment, and joists. This guide describes subflooring, joists, and underlayment.

In this cautionary tale, I share how a house plant damaged my subfloor and what I had to do to fix the damage (and how much it cost).

Repairing floors is easy if you know what you're doing. From annoying squeaks to sanding hardwoods, learn how to do it yourself when it comes to floor problems.