finishing off a new oak threshhold
I have to put in an oak threshhold to transition between to levels of carpeting. I’ve made the threshhold and am completing the finishing right now.
Question is: do I simply countersink the screws and leave it that way? Or do I plug the countersink openings, covering up the screws? It seems a shame to leave the screws showing with this nice threshhold. I would appreciate feedback from any of you more experienced in this than I am.
thanks.
BB
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Plug it or if you have enough material to cut a dado where the screws are and fill with matching material with finish nails for later removal
I like the dado idea, Rich. I think we might start using that. Thanks.
DRC
Here's whatcha do. First off use "trim screws". If you're not familiar with them....they have a real small head on them.#1 Phillips tip,,, Bout 1/4 the size of a regular screw. Countersink the hole first before driving them in. Then.....fill the hole with putty. If you're anal about it (like I am) then my lil secret is to....paint the black grain with a really fine triple zero Windsor Newton paint brush. Where the grain ended in the counter sink hole..repaint it in. I've done this with countless projects even in the center of a gorgeous volute at the bottom of a set of stairs and railing I built. I couldn't even find the paint lines the next day,
BE well
Namaste'
Andy
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Andy,
I like that idea. It would be a great solution to this particular project.... Now, again which end of the plug do I paint??? (just kidding..) seriously, I have seen trim screws in 1 or 2 of the catalogues I get. I will check 'em out.
Thanks.
BB
Edited 11/10/2002 8:06:42 AM ET by big bob
Bob,
Unless you live in the sticks somewhere most hardware stores and lumberyards carry trim screws. Have fun
Be well
Namaste
AndyIt's not who's right, it's who's left ~ http://CLIFFORDRENOVATIONS.COM
Why would you want to remove the threshold later? Finished properly, it should last for years. Fasten with construction adhesive and a few nails, move on.