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How To Fix Squeaky Floorboards

Squeaky floorboards are caused by loose boards rubbing against nails, or each other. It's not too much of a hassle for the amateur DIY er to fix. Enlarge

How To Fix Squeaky Floorboards

Squeaky floorboards are caused by loose boards rubbing against nails, or each other. It's not too much of a hassle for the amateur DIY er to fix.

Step 1: You will need

  • 1 talcum powder
  • 1 damp cloth
  • 1 drill
  • 1 screwdriver
  • 1 50mm screw

Step 2: Get powdering

Locating the mischievous floorboard is easy, step on each board one at a time until you hear that annoying Eek. This is your fella.

Sprinkle talcum powder, or flour if you must, around the board and sweep it into the cracks. And a little extra on the nails. The powder will ease the friction between the boards and nails, hopefully eradicating the squeaking. Don't vacuum, but wipe away the excess with a damp cloth.

Step 3: Screw it down

If the powder trick didn't work get your drill at the ready. Screw in a 50 mm screw alongside the present nails. You need to put them next to the nails to guarantee they go into a joist and avoiding any pipes and electrics running underneath. The extra fixing will really hold the board in place. No movement, no noise.