My floorboards and stairs creak and it's annoying. I have been reading through past answers to similar problem posted on this forum, and have come accross some suggestions about using talcum power to stop the creaking!
Does this actually work, or is this just an old wives tale? If it actually works, how much of it should I use and exactly how/where to apply it? ThanksTalcum powder and creaking floors?
It's a band-aid. It addresses the symptom, but not the problem. The squeak is caused by the wood rubbing on the nail. One way to fix the problem is with trim screws and a little wood putty. Walk around until you find a squeak. Drill a 3/32'; hole and run the screw in so it's just below the surface of the board. Fill with matching wood putty. Repeat for any other squeaks. Hope this helps.Talcum powder and creaking floors?
It works, but don't expect it to last forever. You pour the powder onto the area and use a brush to sweep in between the seams. The powder then gets in between the tongue and groove and decreases the friction when contact is made.
If you have access to the subfloor, I'd heavily recommend shimming from underneath as a longer term solution.
I have no idea, but I gave you a star because I'm curious too! Good question!
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