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JustAnAverageGuy t1_iy4ga7a wrote

Firstly, be aware there is a high chance it contains asbestos. Get it tested, and ensure you follow guidelines and regulations for its removal and disposal. Don’t just rely on your neighbor.

I’ve used these before with success on wood, you just need to be careful on controlling the aggressiveness. https://www.jendcosafety.com/diamabrush-7-mastic-removal-hand-tool/

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SummitWanderer OP t1_iy4kiok wrote

Thanks for the reply, have a sample to test when ready. I'm not sure I have the steady hand to keep it from biting the wood unfortunately :(

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idonotselltoepics t1_iy4rdxs wrote

I'm no expert but have dabbled in old hardwood floor restoration before, in the best of worlds after you removed all this stuff it would be good to give the entire floor a good sanding and re-varnish. These steps would eliminate any minor damage caused by biting the wood.

But then again some of your other comments give me the impression you intend to preserve the varnish so maybe none of this applies to your situation

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SummitWanderer OP t1_iy4wdwq wrote

The plan is to eventually sand everything and re-varnish it, but 90% of the house is hardwood in seemingly good shape. I was honestly hoping for some miracle cure that might let me just wipe the old mastic off 😂 It's still slightly tacky so there was a hope

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JustAnAverageGuy t1_iy5iy9c wrote

yeah... you're going to have to plan on refinishing the floors at the same time.

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PlavaZmaj t1_iy53nyq wrote

Asbestos is the bestos. Can confirm, should be tested. Good luck.

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