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[HomeRenoVisionDIY]

If it dries out in 24 hrs it usually strong enough to save. Cheers!

[johnarussoii]

The screws in the video are Paulin #8 x 2-1/2" flat head square drive phosphate coated screws. I can't find them in the US, however, Paulin is owned by Hillman who makes a similar screw under P/N 48248. Also, Simpson StronTie and Senco make similar flooring screws (Senco P/N 08200Y).

[kggf-musicfeedsthesoul]

I love how you showed how to go over the floor but I really would like to ‘see’ how you would cut out the bad part if needed. You talked about it really quickly so I had to rewind a lot to be sure I understood. Is there a video that shows this? Thanks so much!!!! Love your videos!

[joshuavarney]

This video helped me understand my bathroom renovation. This info was EXACTLY what I needed. Secured and kilzed the subfloor, going to store for 5/8” plywood to install over subfloor as underlayment! Thank you!

[bowtieman]

I couldn't have looked anywhere else for a more perfect demonstration on preparing bathroom subflooring at just the right time. Thanks Jeff.

[josephgries]

Extremely helpful video. Just saved me a bunch of time and money replacing water stained subfloor. After some evaluation, it's still structurally sound. I'll be reinforcing with 3/4 inch plywood and installing LVP over that. Thanks.

[countrycuts]

I bet my bathroom issue is one you haven't see before lol. Appaently when the old farmhouse I live in, switched from an outhouse to indoor plumbing, their idea of a bathroom was putting 3 walls and a roof up, right against the house at the side door.. so the bathroom door, is actually still the original side door, including the window! When trying to change the bathtub, not only did I find a rotted floor, but also the reason it rotted to begin with... Apparently, the tub was still on the old grey water system... the overflow and waste water assembly, didn't go anywhere or attach to anything... there is a 4 foot hole under the floor boards, and that tis where the tub drained! No wonder the floor is so rotted! I wish you could see it, you would not believe it! lol

[janey]

Hi Jeff
I love your way of talking, teaching...
you became my hero !
Everything is very truthful !

[nataliaromanova]

Always good information and straight forward. Dealing with damaged floors thanks to a renter and this made me feel better. Thanks!

[MACTEPKBACC]

Awesome lesson dear teacher! Love your channel! Please, wear mask when spraying kilz!

[TURNKEYiNK]

I’m all for throwing down 3/4 inch on top of a 1/2 subfloor, but, how do you deal with clearances when, for example, you tiling a mud room, and the new height (1.25inch subfloor, ~5/8’s Tile & Thinset), prevents you from opening doors, the transition from laminate to tile is a tripping hazard, baseboards don’t line up, etc. Etc.
Im still learning and appreciate your videos, but there are considerations to be made when making a 1 1/4 Sunfloor in an existing house. Please shed light on this. . Thanks.

[teh]

Just removed a lot of my flooring down to the subfloor. It’s a great feeling to finally get rid of the squeaks. Great tips.

[deletedaccount]

One of the best if not the best DIY teachers, you know how to get your point across to its desired effect. As in I understand what you say to do, and I think that’s the whole point. Thank you so much for being as you are, which is awesomeness. Your fan Ahmed from 🇺🇸 🌺❤️❤️

[samuelfeguer]

I didn't google how to repair water or mold damage, I'm just a lowly peasant, here to give thanks to the great Jeff Thorman who so graciously bestows his knowledge to the masses. Praise be!!

[msijka]

Judging by the box in the video at 6:28 the screws are Paulin #8x2 1/2 Flat Head Square Drive Phosphate Floor Screws from Home Depot. Can't find them in the US stores though.

[mattschmidt]

Great video! We are tackling a water damaged subfloor and I I learned a lot from this. Thank you!

[coop]

2 thumbs 👍🏽👍🏽 up for your superb knees!! I'm doing research on floor repairs & noticed your healthy knees!! I usually do minor home repairs in my home but unfortunately my knees are beginning to ache like hell!! Stay healthy & keep up the great work!

[Chris-uudg]

Great thanks for the video excellent.
I am tiling my bathroom floor, I wondered if its better to tile underneath the bath or is it not necessary?
Thanks.

[jbb]

Another great video Jeff!  Very good detail and narrative.  Thanks for posting, very helpful!!!

[WaterDamageUmbrellaCO.]

What do you recommend for making sure any mold issues are squashed before they become a major problem?