In many cases, there will be no sub-floor. Attic flooring is usually a flat grain, often found in the attic spaces of older homes. Hardwood floors Hardwood floors are very common in today s market. The most commonly used wood is oak. The material can be easily filled, sanded, stained and finished.
Parquet floors are usually high quality floors.
The most common problem with this flooring is that the adhesive becomes loose. You can usually sense loose flooring when you walk over the loose area. Floors tend to loosen with moisture or conditions with high relative humidity, and in high traffic areas. These floors look great and are durable. They have a V joint between the pieces, which makes re-finishing difficult.