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10 years and you still have interest. I was wondering how long it lasted, and the other videos I’ve watched showed a lot of the floors that were done in this method seemed wrinkled, yours looks fantastic. Did yours wrinkle as it was drying?

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Do you think you could use paper bags instead of craft paper?

Good job

My floor that I want to cover is that chipboard subfloor. It's deteriorating / coming apart where the paint has worn off, which is most of it. What is the best approach to level it then lay the paper flooring down? Thanks for your thoughts!

Would this work in a ceramic tile floor?

I have utilized this technique on several rental properties over the years. I totally agree with info in this video re a wood based floor. With concrete floors I always utilized polycrylic in lieu of white glue that dries clear. I have added a bit of stain or even white-washed paper bag floors. I will be doing this technique in my bathroom and kitchen in my current studio. I may also do an accent wall in my basement bathroom. Added texture is always a plus for me.

Wow no ripples! Thanks

Are you dipping it in the half water and half glue in the red bucket❓

I’ll comment. A+ for application demonstration. E for failing to instruct your audience for how it’s done, products used, mixture ratio, etc.

I agree with Sheila Reeder, and I sure as HELL ain't going to buy some Chinese made CRAP! I would prefer good old American ingenuity.

How many coats of poly did you use? Also, do you think it's possible to cover an ugly pop corn ceiling with this technique?

THIS IS THE BEST DEMONSTRATION YET

Hey folks I started this project and ran out of paper. When back to Home Depot and Lowe's to buy some more paper only to find out the quality of the paper has changed a lot. Now as soon as you wet the paper it starts falling apart. I am looking for someone that may have some sitting around that you do not need.

What's the point of this?

Are you covering particle broad because that's the answer I need, it's what I have. Did you have to sand the floor first?

Hi, love watching your channel, I'm big on DIY, currently I'm building a tiny house. You guys should come check us out!

How long did it take for stained floor to dry since it was an Oil based stain? It's been 3 days since I've stained mine & still not sure if it's ready for traffic, also used oil based stain.

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Can you list what you are using on the floor. I mean is it elmers glue on the wood ? Is it polyuréthane in the bucket? Is it epoxy? I love the way it looks and this week i am going to do my floors.. Hopefully you can get this so i get an answer.

Very rude comments on this video. Please know that there are people like myself who appreciate your videos.

what kind of applicator are you using?

Yay! This is great! I am currently tearing up eighteen year old green shaggy carpet out of my house. I want to replace it with a cheap alternative than having to put wood or some linoleum down I just won't be happy with. I also want to do something that I created myself. At the end of the day this idea seems to make the most sense. I love your video! I have read a great deal about the process, but it helps to see someone in action. :)

can you do this on a coffee table?

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Question what are you dipping the paper in? and brushing it with.

Can you paint the bag a different color?

How do I fix my plywood floors after the glue dried with chalky spots and lots of wrinkles in it?

Do you know if this will work on a vinyl floor?

I wonder how long this holds up. It looks interesting.

what is the ratio of glue to water

Hello, what type of glue did you use? is this standard PVA?

I liked the idea cause my floors need help badly and living on a fixed income your idea gave me hope...Thanks

Just ignore the naysayers, my dear. My guess is they are just jealous they didn't think of the method, or they work for a big corporation that sells wooden planks as they mentioned, and may feel their job may be at risk if this "catches on" by people that like to try new ideas or doesn't have a q zillion bucks to buy the "ready made" crap that is usually way over priced! My daughter told me yesterday about your method and I was thrilled about it. I am on a fixed income and my floors need some upgrading and I intend to use your method. Keep up the good work. There will ways be colossal Jerks out there... Just ignore them!

Nichole Allen, I would think it would work over any wood floor. However, if an existing wood floor has a lot of cracks or lines from the planks....those would show when the paper is wet & then dries. That is why I filled the cracks in the plywood ..... all blemishes will show.

Do you have to pull up the existing floor if it's wood? Can you paper over?

I don't get it. Why not just stain the sub floor then urethane over that. The sub floor is real wood. GAD!

What is it you are using to apply the stain...is that a dust mop like broom ???

Nice! I need to so mine over a old commercial tile flooring with chips and cracks..can it be done without a subfloor? if so you have any suggestions? thanks

What weight paper did you use? I'm going to order a roll of kraft paper and was thinking 50#.

how strong is it when its dry

What an ingenious way to cover the floor. Inexpensive but effective and rather pleasing to look at. Good job. Love the pink fuzzy work boots.

You just wasted my darn time! You must have meant destroying flooring. I am very confused.

really. please go on.

Yay! This is the best video on this I've found. Easiest and fastest method. Thank you for posting! And thanks for not blowing it with bad narrating and terrible music :) You rock!

I actually did this and I love the final results. I however had several challenges, which required me to repaper 3 different times. It was definitely a learning experience and I sure wish I had known some of the things before I started. :) I actually wrote a blog about my experience in case anyone else is thinking about doing this. I learned a few good lessons. apurposefulpath.blogspot.com/2014/03/my-first-paper-bag-floor-test-and-learn.html Enjoy!

Kazuza9, I used a wood filler between cracks and over any bad blemishes then lightly sand.

great job you did on the floor , my floor has cracks between the plywood and some bumps , how did you fill the cracks on your floor? thx

Neil, I have only used water based. Not sure if it would matter however I know the smell I much stronger with an oil based and the water based dries very quickly.