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Oh right. Why not chipboard? I've done some research and chipboard seems quite normal (T&G treated chipboard in large panels), exactly like this stuff: http://www.wickes.co.uk/t+g-chipboard-flooring-18x600x2400mm/invt/164516/

Ok thanks. The complete upstairs floor is getting replaced, some radiators will be moved and that isn't a problem. As for the wiring, I'm having the house redone, so again isn't a problem. At the moment the current stud walls are attached directly to the floorboards instead of using a...

Hopefully I'm posted this in the correct place. I'm in the process of taking my stud walls down upstairs and replacing them with a better construction and moving the walls slightly. What I really want to know is should I fix the sole plates of the stud walls the the joists (might have to...

Thanks people. I builder has been around to have a look, and I've also got a building control officer popping around tomorrow to have a look as well.

Here's a diagram of the problem to explain a bit better

Hi John, the wood is the last photo is just for the cold water storage (it rests on it). The wood has no contact with the chimney at all. I've been looking at steel supports for the remaining chimney in the loft, but at the moment I'm more concerned with the missing bricks in the wall and...

Hi, I've recently purchased a house and need some help. Due to the poor plaster in the house (1930's semi house) I'm taking it all off and I've come across a problem tonight. The dining room chimney has been removed at some stage (and it used to go through the bathroom). After...