See full version: Ways of Removing Carpet Glue from Plywood
The process of sanding generates heat, which helps by making the glue softer, as well as the abrasive action of the sandpaper scraping the glue and breaking it down. However, too much heat can be a problem, as it will gum up the sandpaper. Ideally, you don’t want that, because it will add to your cost. here
The first step of this method is to make the glue softer so it can be easily worked around with. A number of solvents can do the job of softening the glue including paint thinners, turpentine, water and mineral spirits. All these chemicals work by tearing down the enzymes found in the glue, easing the task of removing the glue from the plywood subfloor. Different solvents work better on different types of glues so if you know the type of glue on your floor you can do the task much more easily.
Before sanding, inspect the floor for nails or screws which are sticking out above the floor surface. Drive them in, if possible or remove and replace them. You should never remove flooring nails or screws without replacing them, as it can leave the floor loose in that spot, leading to squeaky floors. [links]
While using these solvents, you should use the appropriate personal safety equipment, to include gloves and goggles. All of them are capable of causing skin irritations, but are even more dangerous if they get in the eye. more
Once you have ensured that the entire surface of the glue has been sprayed with the solvent, wait about half an hour, allowing the solvent to soften the glue, making it ready to remove. Once softened, you can use a hand scraper, a putty knife or a floor scraper to tear away and wipe off all the glue from the floor. Make sure that you are thorough so that no glue is left on the floor. more
Re: Removing glue and carpet residue
Re: Removing glue and carpet residue
I hope you are not a smoker, using naptha and acetone. here
Let me ask, with all the furniture, side rails and table fittings, what would be the major benefit to even gluing the carpet down? more
I used the pressure washer on mine,it was still tough going. here
Re: Removing glue and carpet residue more
SYLVIA: No, I didn’t spill glue. We have – our carpet in our kitchen is glued down like 20 years ago.
LESLIE: Did you say carpeting in your kitchen?
What kind of flooring do you want to end up with, Sylvia? here
Repeat the process for the entire floor.
Put on your safety glasses and gloves. here
Many people choose peel-and-stick vinyl tiles when installing a floor in a bathroom or kitchen because they are so easy to use. Removing the tiles is quick as well, but you may find that while the tiles come up easily, what's left behind on your plywood subfloor is a mass of ugly adhesive. In order to replace the peel-and-stick tiles with hardwood flooring or ceramic tiles, you must remove the adhesive left behind by the peel-and-stick tiles. The cheapest way to remove adhesive from plywood can be done with items you probably already have at home.
Spray the dishwashing liquid mixture onto an area equal to the size of one tile. Let it sit to soften the adhesive for a few minutes. here
Pour the dishwashing mixture into the spray bottle. more
Use the putty knife to scrape the residue and place it into the trash bag. By scraping in one direction, the adhesive should roll up onto the surface of the putty knife. Wipe the putty knife down with paper towels or a soft cloth. here