Browse Forums Flooring & Floor Covering Re: Pros & Cons to different timber flooring 4Jul 02, 2012 5:18 pm tamz026 .........I've been told spotted gum has to be laid onto ply so would we have to use the 14mm for this reason?............ There is no need for Spotted Gum to be specifically laid onto ply. And even if you did there is no particular requirement for 14 or 19mm tamz026 .........We are building a new house ( concrete slab)............. With a concrete slab you also have the option for direct stick onto the concrete. The slab needs to be treated with a Vapour Barrier System, but it is a quite common practice. Particularly in WA. tamz026 .........Sounds silly but if you use the 19mm would there be a huge heigh difference to where it changes to tiles in the bathrooms/ laundry area? ............ Depends on the height of the substrate. But if your house isnt built yet, then you can specify the heights based on a level threshhold. So maybe stipulate 9mm ply and 19mm flooring - allowing for a 28mm height in the tiled areas. Standard uninsulated double brick has an R value of around 0.7. An insulated standard 90mm stud timber frame can have an R value of around 2.7. Even if you insulate a… 17 12047 Engineering timber is certainly a less fuss option, times cheaper to supply and install and better withstands humidity. 1 15909 yep you need a joint, foam is easiest, will look fine once rendered with a joint. 2 5236 |