Patricia, It's time to call some Pro's over they will not only fix the creaks but also sand and stain your hardwoods, it's really worth it since you have a bad back.
Hello Patricia! Because of your back here are some relatively pain free options. It's possible that the floorboards are rubbing against each other. If so, you can lubricate between boards. Spread talcum powder along the seam where the boards are rubbing, then step on the boards to work the powder into the seam. Another method uses powdered graphite instead of talcum powder. Just like the talcum powder spread the graphite along the seam, then cover with cloth or paper towel and step on the
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boards to work into the seams. Be sure to vacuum up the residue; powdered graphite is pretty messy compared to talcum powder.
I tried an area that was esp. noisy with the talc. It works !!! I worked in several layers as you said, Kimberly. I'm going to work on other areas as I can. Is there any diff in the talc and the corn starch? Also, once its worked its way into the crevices, can I use a light 'wax' or something to give it its shine back?
I thank you all for your answers. I cannot afford the pros--lol, or I'd def be calling them in !!
Depending on the age of the house, a creaking floor can be just part of the "charm" While corn starch and talc powder will help, it also can get messy. Wood, even after it is cut and kiln dried can expand and contract and moves around. I have fond memories of my house and grandparents house that the floors creaked when you walked on them. Enjoy your home
Glad I chose the talc !! Also, Harold, I don't mind the comfy sounds that creak in most places; just wanted to get the 'doorways' quieted down. They are the worst anyway. When someone gets up to use the bathroom during the night... :-) the whole household doesn't need to know !!
Nichter is right but I would not be worried about bugs. The vegetable base in the corn starch tends to last longer in noise prevention then does the talc. But it sounds as though its working for you.
I thank you all for your answers. I cannot afford the pros--lol, or I'd def be calling them in !!
But, I get to ask you and you are PROS....
Guess which one insects might enjoy!
Now guess which one I want to use in my house.