Loose floorboards cannot only be a potential trip hazard in your home, but they can also be quite noisy, squeaking and rubbing together as you step on them.

Repairing loose floorboards is actually a relatively easy home improvement job, and all you will need is a few simple tools.

Rubbing Boards
If the boards are well fixed down but squeak when pressure is put on them all you need to do is pull back the carpet and dust some chalk or talcum powder between the two boards.  This will prevent the friction when they rub against each other and get rid of any irritating noises.

Loose Floorboards
Many floorboards are nailed down, but these nails can become loose.  You can tighten loose boards by using basic 50mm screws, which will fix the boards down very securely, and begin by lifting up the boards to check if there are any pipes, cables or obstructions underneath.  If it is all clear then pre-drill the holes to stop the wood from splitting, and use four screws, one at each corner of the board to screw it securely in place.

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