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Filling gaps between boards

Gaps between boards look unsightly and can cause draughts. This is not normally a problem with tongue-and-groove boards. For square-edged boards, large gaps should be filled
Tools and materials
Sliver of wood, wood glue, hammer, block plane
Cut a strip of wood to fit in the gap. Apply wood glue to both sides of the strip. Insert the wood strip into the gap, knocking it in with a hammer for a tight fit. Allow it to sit slightly above the floor surface. After the glue has dried, use a block plane to remove the excess wood, and to create a smooth finish flush with the floor.

Extracted from DIY- Know How With Show How published by Dorling Kindersley, price £25.00. Copyright © 2006 Dorling Kindersley Ltd, Text copyright © 2006 Julian Cassell and Peter Parham



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