Proper and proper repair always begins with dismantling. If during the repair process it is necessary to update the flooring, then dismantling the floors is the first operation. But it’s important to do it right. The durability and quality of the new floor covering depend on this.
We dismantle the concrete base - the main points
If the concrete floor is in unsatisfactory condition, then the best way out is to dismantle it. This may be necessary if the screed is delaminated or cracked. Dismantling work will be much cheaper than repairing the base. To remove the old concrete floor, you can apply impact, drilling or cutting.
Screed - what is it?
Concrete screed is an element of the floor, which is the basis for flooring. Screed is used for strengthening, as well as for leveling. Apply this method in a variety of buildings, as well as in apartments. Concrete substrates are so popular because of their properties. It is a durable, moisture resistant, non-combustible and very durable coating.
When to dismantle concrete floors
For the removal of concrete substrates resorted to for various reasons. So, sometimes under the floor there are various communications that need to be repaired or replaced. Also remove the coating if you want to lower the floor. Dismantling is the best solution if concrete begins to break down.
Concrete floor dismantling: technology
This process is quite laborious, but by doing it yourself, you can save a lot. This service is quite expensive for professional builders.
Before starting work, you should be aware that the process will require significant physical effort. It is necessary to destroy a rather heavy monolithic slab. The process will be accompanied by powerful noise effects, so neighbors should be warned in advance that floors will be dismantled in the apartment. You should also consider garbage.
Necessary tools
For destruction, you will need some tools, as well as materials. The first step is to purchase, and it is better to rent a pavement cutter. The special disc easily cuts concrete and, if necessary, reinforcement. A jackhammer or a perforator will not be amiss. For manual work it is better to use a heavy sledgehammer, crowbar, hammer.
Do not forget about personal protective equipment. Experts recommend working with gloves, a respirator and earplugs. All this will help to avoid unnecessary injuries. It is also worthwhile to prepare consumables in advance - discs for the seam cutter and nozzles for the punch.
Getting started
Dismantling of floors can be performed using various technologies. The choice of a specific method depends only on how the foundation was made. For example, the dismantling of cement or concrete can be carried out using shock technology, but its effectiveness will be low if there is reinforcement in the screed.
To destroy the reinforced base, a seam cutter is the best choice. The screed is the easiest and cheapest to clean - it just breaks into pieces. In general, the dismantling of floors is the gradual chipping off of pieces of the old floor and their collection in bags for subsequent removal.
We destroy wood floors
Wood is a popular coating material. Wooden floors are safe, but, unfortunately, are far from eternal. If the foundation was established in accordance with all the rules, then it can be used for more than 50 years. But sometimes you want a large-scale repair, and then the dismantling of the old floor is necessary.
Preparatory work
Dismantling works can be performed completely independently. When planning such actions, you need to understand that, as in the case of concrete floors, the process will turn out quite noisy. There will also be a lot of debris and dust. Dust will settle even on the ceiling - so it is worth using workwear.
Essential tool
So, for destructive work, it is necessary to prepare a hammer, pliers, nail clipper, screwdriver, as well as an ax and a small crowbar. An electric jigsaw is useful for cutting boards. Let's look at how to dismantle a wooden floor with your own hands.
First of all, the room is completely cleaned of everything that can interfere. Then the old baseboard is removed, then the ventilation grilles. Further, the upper floor covering is removed, and after - the rough floor. Now the room is cleaned as cleanly as possible. It is best if the cleaning is wet.
The work plan may be different. It depends on whether dismantled materials are needed in the future. If the floor goes to the trash, then with the help of a nail clipper, an ax and a scrap, the process can be completed very, very quickly. The skirting board is easily pulled by a nail clipper, then it comes off. After this, the turn comes to the boards - they are torn off at the attachment points. Do not work too carefully - everything that is removed, then will be disposed of.
So, with some effort, you can remove the old floors. In their place will be new ones made with modern technologies. And the latest flooring will decorate any interior.