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    Feb 20, 2009, 01:18 PM
    Removeing vinyl from hardwood floor
    I have removed the vinyl but it left bhind the paper wich is glued to the hard wood floor.I have triied to scrap off the paper but I'm going no were.I even put water on it to soften the paper,still not going anywere.how can I get the paper (wich is glued under that)off the hardwood floor .I was told not to sand it.please help.
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    Feb 20, 2009, 02:16 PM

    There are several outfits that make an adhesive solvent/remover. 3M 6041 Adhesive Remover You may need to look for a larger bulk than a spray can. Eventually you can get it clean enough and then sand. You will need to sand if you want the hardwood to be your new surface.
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