Essentially you have 4 choices:
1) Sand it off which can create more problems getting residue on the walls and in every crack and crevice around the house. This dust will get everywhere....cupboards, closets, inside the walls, under wall plates, etc.
2) put a layer on top such as 1/2" plywood which can be difficult often requiring modification of thresholds, doors and transitions. You also need to seal the material before this layer is installed. As carpenters, we find this method often quickest and cheapest because we can make our modifications quickly.
3) encapsulate the material by putting a coating on top which is a problem because you need to sand the rough spots first.
4) replace the plywood. This may be the only answer depending on other elements such as mentioned above and if the plywood was glued down you could have a real job on your hands.
#2 is my choice especially since you have the allergy situation.
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Bart Blainey, B.E.R.
Consultant/Journeyman Carpenter
Building Envelope Specialist
Master Renovator
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Bart Blainey, B.E.R.
Consultant/Journeyman Carpenter
Building Envelope Specialist
Master Renovator
provip@prodeck.org
http://www.prodeck.orgBarton Blainey (provip) specifically assumes no legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any information or process disclosed. The above further expressly advises that any use of or reliance upon the information and or opinion disclosed is at your risk .
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