Floorboards vs chipboard. discussion in 'floors, stairs and lofts' started by thefuz, 26 apr 2010. with chip board after a while the tongue/groove gives out.and to carry out a repair is virtually a no go. if you need access under a chipboard floor eg, plumbing leak, or wiring, then you have to remove a whole sheet which can be very. The hesitation i have with chipboard is the t&g, as my final floor won't be down for ages (will get house done in one go), will be tempted to keep lifting to do more network/speakers etc. Laying over chipboard plywood and timber subfloors manufacturing plywood boards: then and now - duration: how to prep your sub floor for luxury vinyl flooring - duration: 13:00..
Chipboard flooring is the modern alternative and easy to lay, but i wouldn't go that route myself. also chipboard and mdf is very heavy compared to timber, so you've got to think about the weight factor.. Timber flooring is a timeless product, offering a warmth and natural beauty largely unmatched by other flooring options. this article provides an overview of the installation of solid timber strip flooring over bearers and joists, timber based sheet flooring products and concrete slabs.. Stability and creaky floors. using wooden floorboards for your subfloor can offer much more stability and durability compared with sheet materials. the timber used in our planed pine boards has been kiln dried to provide added stability and structure to your flooring..
