We have a hardware store in a building that was built in the 1860’s, and as such the floors in some places is less than smooth. We are thinking about putting 1/16 inch thick steel down an area that is 3’X75′ for our pallet jack to run on. We installed marine plywood to this strip 10 years ago and is delaminating rapidly. How can we inlay the steel into the delaminating marine plywood floor to roll with the inconsistencies of the floor prior to the steel installation.
Yes the floors creak even though the wood beams are 2 1/2X13.
Thanks,
Kurt
Dexter, Mi.
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I would use thicker steel plate if possible for extra strength, and just bevel the edges instead of inlaying it into the floor. Maybe 3/16 plate would work.
I agree that beveling with a grinder would expedite the job, however if your diehard set on tweaking the floor, rent a flooring sander, use 50 grit and it will take the floor down to where you want it in no time. Use an edge sander or belt sander to clean it up and your done. 1/16" steel seems thin to me too.