cross-posted from: https://sh.itjust.works/post/60655797
I think I’m looking at original floorboards, rotting underlayment on top of those, a delightful assortment of other boards on top of that, then Pergo flooring.
I’m unsure of the best way to proceed. My gut says to pull up the top layer of boards to remove that underlayment, but then I worry that that turns into ripping up the whole floor.
(Left Side cabinet)
(Right side wall)
Doesn’t look too bad!! If you can check underneath if there’s a crawlspace or something that’s where you could really find damage. You’d want to look for water damage to floor joists or mold growth. Doesn’t look like there will be any but always good to do a thorough check.
There’s a basement underneath, and I can say a lot about my basement, but I’m reasonably certain the floor joists all look good and are mold free and solid.
That’s great! If the bones of the building are okay, you can always change out things like floors and even drywall easily! Subfloors are a little more difficult but you can swap them out, same with studs and joists.
The good thing is if you did want to swap out the floors, you can do whatever material you want since it’s going to be hidden.