How do I do paper bag flooring?
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Perhaps one of these projects will help you:
https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=paper%20bag%20flooring
How other Hometalkers have done it
https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=paper%20bag%20floor
Very good site:
https://goingtotehran.com/paper-bag-floors/
Hello Debbie,
Look up Hometalk Projects- Paper bag floor at top of page. Good luck!
Bob Vila knows!
https://www.bobvila.com/articles/paper-bag-flooring/
https://www.bobvila.com/articles/paper-bag-flooring/ Hope this helps
They really look cool. Just think about how you will keep them clean. I don't think mopping will work.
Here's a project that echoes my concerns:
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/floors-ceilings/paper-bags-are-not-for-floors-people-here-s-my-proof-7424297?expand_all_questions=1
Paper Bags Are NOT for Floors People. Here's My Proof
You have some links to good instructions. I believe the key to total long-term success is the sealing of the floor after the paper has been glued down. Many coats of sealer should make cleaning care easy for the long haul.
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/floors-ceilings/paper-bag-flooring-2852679
Paper Bag Flooring
Hope this link helps:
https://www.bobvila.com/articles/paper-bag-flooring/
Check this out: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/floors-ceilings/paper-bag-floors-1147044
Paper Bag Floors
Here is an idea from Hometalk https://www.hometalk.com/diy/floors-ceilings/paper-bag-flooring-2852679
Paper Bag Flooring
Hi! The only thing I would add, is to do a good prep and any repairs before doing all that work. Good air circulation and staying off of it until completely dry are also important. Stay safe!
Here are all kinds of tutorials and success and failure stories from Hometalkers about paper bag flooring: https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts/?filter=paper%20bag%20flooring