We are about to put in a new floor into our lounge and have decided to have a wooden floor with carpet on top. The joists are all in good condition and damp proofed though the sub floor is damp. I'm thinking of laying a flooring grade chipboard floor (cos its a lot cheaper than other options) - grateful for any experience on problems and views on whether I should really go with plywood or softwood. I'm told I'll have to acclimatise softwood - having no floor to sit on for 2 weeks doesnt appeal!
