Solid Hardwood, Engineered and Laminate Flooring - subfloor for hardwood flooring

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bittersweet
05-17-06, 04:49 PM
I recently purchased a house and took up the dog stained particle board that was nailed overtop 1/2" plywood subfloor. I am going to install oak hardwood soon and was wondering what I should use to replace the particle board that I pulled up. I am thinking of 1/2" 4 layer plywood or 1/2" osb but I dont know which is better or maybe 3/8 but which is better osb or ply?

Carpets Done Wright
05-17-06, 07:55 PM
Either one will work. ½" minimum.
emailprice
05-28-06, 10:20 AM
I recently purchased a house and took up the dog stained particle board that was nailed overtop 1/2" plywood subfloor. I am going to install oak hardwood soon and was wondering what I should use to replace the particle board that I pulled up. I am thinking of 1/2" 4 layer plywood or 1/2" osb but I dont know which is better or maybe 3/8 but which is better osb or ply?

I think plywood would do! It's a good choice. Who is your flooring company? I think this one is a nice resource for <a href="http://www.floors.emailprice.com" title="floors">floors</a>.They have a nice design and some great tips on installing hardwood floors.