floors

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The studs and subfloors, the ceilings and windows, the doors and roofing, all the components that make it a house are built on top of the mudsill.

From New York Times • Jul. 1, 2020

Even with a good contractor, renovation can be stressful, expensive and involve unpleasant surprises, such as rotted subfloors that are revealed when tile is removed or dangerous electrical wiring or leaking pipes behind walls.

From US News • Nov. 14, 2014

The couple’s contractor varied the thickness of plywood subfloors to eliminate the need for sills in their new apartment.

From Forbes • Sep. 9, 2014