How to Repair Splinters in Hardwood Flooring

Not only do splinters catch on socks, mops and brooms, but they are an indicator that the floor has some damage. Standing water is one of the reasons wood can splinter. Once the splinter starts to release from the wood, it's imperative to repair it quickly. The raw exposed wood underneath is even more susceptible to damage from spills, and the wood is likely to continue to keep splitting. An appropriate adhesive is the best way to reattach the splinter to repair it and save the wood from any future damage.

Toothbrush or other small cleaning brush
Carpenter's glue
Toothpick
Painter's tape
Book or other weighted object

Instructions

- 1
  Scrub off any dirt or other residue below the splinter with a toothbrush or other small cleaning brush lightly dampened with water The dirt may prevent the wood piece from adhering properly to the floor if it's not removed.
- 2
  Squirt a few drops of carpenter's glue underneath the splinter. For small splinters, apply the glue with a toothpick.
- 3
  Press the splinter down into place on the floor and place a piece of painter's tape over it to keep it down.
- 4
  Place a weighted object, such as a book, on top of the tape.
- 5
  Wait for 12 hours before removing the weight and the tape from the top of the splinter. Carefully and slowly pull the tape off.

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