How should I install new bamboo flooring over existing hardwood?

I just posted another question about this but now I have another. I'm about to install bamboo flooring. I'd like to put it over my existing hardwood floor (which has been covered with carpet since long before I owned the house). I just took up the carpet and am prepping the floor. One problem is that the existing floor squeaks, ALL OVER. Does anyone have recommendations for eliminating the squeaks before I install the new stuff? I've run some nails and screws into the joists and they seem to help but it seems like I'll need a ton of them for this.



Also, when I install the new stuff, which is tongue and groove, should I install it perpendicular to the existing flooring or parallel? The existing floor is already perpendicular to the floor joists.



Thanks for the suggestions.

How should I install new bamboo flooring over existing hardwood?
you want to glue it down. i put a nail in every 4th or 5th board. you can run it ny direction you want, when the glue sets you will have no more squeeks or kreeks!
Reply:Because hardwood flooring is looked upon as such an asset to property values (in part because of the structural strength they lend), I would consider refurbishing them, as opposed to covering them. I would seek the advice of a flooring contractor to see what can be done about the squeaking, and also see about refinishing the flooring too.



Bamboo is a great choice for floors. But, in the long run, original hardwood flooring that has been refurbished might give you a better return on investment.
Reply:carefully; get professional instructions which generally are available from the Home Center where you buy the flooring.
Reply:IKEA has bamboo flooring the cheapest I have found you might want to look it up if you have one around
Reply:Re nail the entire floor, or just the bad spots and traffic areas, angle the nails about 20` alternating back and forth (angled left - angled right) so they wont squeak, use 6d ring shank nails or screw nails, use a nail gun for speed or get a 28 oz framing hammer. Screws work good but it takes more time. you can run the new bamboo with the old direction. Against if the old is too uneven. They should give you some felt or foam pad about 1/8 inch for squeak control with the new bamboo.

I install it here in the Seattle area for $4.70 per square foot.

Shawn

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Reply:TIP.

Don`t use bamboo flooring.

It is too easily marked as it is too soft for flooring.
Reply:well....bamboo flooring is really decorative and cheaps...I do put them in my bedroom....very nice.You may check this site for further info....



cheers,
Reply:Its quite simply, you don't. If you still want to you call an expert on installation of floors, google it, ask it, or go with the flow in here and hope for the best.. gL

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