Then use the nailer to install the apron strips around the border.
How to install herringbone wood floors.
According to emily s contractor you can expect to pay 30 more in labor costs to install the herringbone pattern and around 1 40 to 4 00 per square foot to stain sand and seal the floors if you purchase unfinished wood.
Use the flooring nailer to place the decorative border strip around the herringbone pattern.
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We used 1 inch walnut.
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Use the router to create grooves around all four sides of the flooring and then use wood glue to attach flooring splines inside each groove.
Of course there are also before images a video my design reasoning and our plan of attack for finishing the remainder of the flooring.
Now install a decorative accent piece to define the edge of the field.
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Emily henderson recently installed herringbone wood floors in her southern california home that she is remodeling with her hubby.
Repeat for the other three sides.
Step 19 nail the border pieces photo by wendell t.