What's the most efficient method of pulling up oak flooring for reuse?
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Penny Caliva
We have the opportunity to pull up the original oak flooring from a 1930's home. It was installed with nails. We want to install it in another home And would appreciate any recommendations for what tools are needed, etc
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You will lose your first board because you will need to "dig in" to find a good pry place. After that, a small pry bar will help, one with a nail notch in it. They look like this. Then, pry them up in the row you started in. Don't make a hole large enough to fall in or turn you knee or ankle. Good luck!
The above suggestion is best. Go slow and be patient . It's been there for a while and was made to stay there .