Hi Jacqui,

Laminated flooring is cheaper and very sturdy. It’s basically laminated wood on the top of chip board. I mop mine all the time and they are fine. Have had them in my flat for 7 years and they have lasted. However must say I’d only use them for rental properties and would always lay wood flooring for my own home.

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Hi There,

You can find it on Amazon.co.uk

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Building-Construction-Handbook-R-Chudley/dp/0750661968

However I’m not sure if this website ships to Australia. I’m based in the UK, so not sure where abouts it would be in Oz. You could always ring Borders Book Store and see if they have it.

Couple of suggestions for you, as my partner is a building surveyor…

1. No, don’t bother waiting

2. You’ll need to reduce the ground water level to prevent the site from flooding. When you build a house on an empty site, you can get a high water level which results in dampness in the property. This book is worthwhile reading for some…[Read more]