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Short, practical answers to the questions we get asked most — so you can choose the right floor and order the right amount.

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Hybrid vs laminate

Hybrid is 100% waterproof, so it's the safer pick for kitchens, laundries and bathrooms and for homes with pets or kids. Laminate is water-resistant rather than waterproof, but it has a harder, more scratch-resistant surface and a more realistic timber look for the money. Both click together as floating floors, and on our site both start from about $25/m².

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How many boxes do I need?

Measure each room's length × width to get m², add them together, then add a waste allowance — about 10% for straight planks, 15% for herringbone or rooms with lots of angles. Divide that total by the m² per box shown on the product and round up to the next whole box. Example: 20 m² + 10% = 22 m²; at 2.2 m² per box you need 10 boxes.

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Engineered timber vs hybrid

Engineered timber is real hardwood (usually European oak) on a stable plywood base — it feels and ages like a solid timber floor, adds the most value to a home and can often be sanded later. Hybrid is a printed timber look on a waterproof core — cheaper, tougher against water and pets, and fine in wet areas. Pick engineered for living areas where you want the real thing; pick hybrid for busy family homes and anywhere wet.

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Best waterproof floors

For wet areas choose a floor that's genuinely waterproof, not just water-resistant: hybrid, vinyl plank or porcelain tiles. Hybrid and vinyl give a warm timber look and are quick to install; porcelain tiles are the go-to for showers and fully wet bathrooms. Laminate and engineered timber are fine in kitchens with care but shouldn't go in laundries or bathrooms.

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Scotia, trims & underlay explained

Floating floors need a 10 mm or so expansion gap at every wall. Scotia covers that gap along skirting boards. C trim finishes an edge where scotia won't fit (glass doors, kitchen kickboards). H trim joins two floors of similar height at doorways. L trim finishes edges at steps and raised surfaces. A ramp cover bridges a step down to a lower floor like tiles or carpet. Most hybrids already have underlay attached.

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Herringbone vs straight plank

Herringbone (and chevron) lays short boards in a zig-zag for a classic, high-end look that makes rooms feel more crafted. It costs more to install and needs about 15% waste. Straight planks are faster and cheaper to lay, need about 10% waste, and make long, open rooms look bigger. Many homes use herringbone as a feature in entries or living rooms and planks everywhere else.

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Floating vs glue-down

A floating floor clicks together and sits on an underlay without being fixed to the subfloor — it's quicker, cheaper and DIY-friendly, and it's how hybrid, laminate and most engineered timber are laid. Glue-down means bonding each board to the subfloor with flooring adhesive; it feels more solid and quieter underfoot and suits larger engineered boards and herringbone, but costs more and takes longer.

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How delivery & payment work

At checkout your card is only authorised, not charged. Within 48 hours we confirm stock and the exact freight for your address, then charge the card — if anything changes, we contact you first. Delivery is by truck to your kerb: freight is priced by weight from $97.14 delivered (including fuel levy and GST) — Sydney Metro & Newcastle 1–3 business days, interstate 4–7 business days. Depot pickup in Holroyd is also available.

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Best Flooring for Pets

Hybrid flooring is generally the best all-round choice for Australian pet owners. Its rigid core resists scratches from claws, its waterproof construction handles accidents without swelling, and its textured surface gives dogs better grip than polished tiles or timber. Vinyl plank is a budget-friendly runner-up. Engineered timber and laminate suit lighter-traffic pet households, while porcelain tiles are scratch-proof but can be slippery and cold underfoot for animals.

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Flooring Cost per m² Australia

Flooring in Australia typically costs $20–$120+ per m² for materials alone, depending on the type. Vinyl plank starts from around $20.50/m², laminate from $24.50/m², hybrid from $26.50/m², engineered oak timber from $60.50/m², and porcelain tiles from $20.50/m². Add underlay, trims, freight and professional installation (roughly $25–$60/m²) and your total budget could range from $50 to $200+ per m² fully installed.

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Engineered Oak Buying Guide

Engineered oak is a real timber top layer (the wear layer) bonded to a stable plywood or HDF core. To choose the right floor, match the wear layer thickness to your traffic (at least 3 mm for busy areas), pick a grade that suits your style (prime for clean looks, rustic for character), select a finish (matt lacquer for easy care, oil for repairability), and choose a board width that suits your room size. Wholesale Floors Australia supplies engineered oak from $60.50 per m².

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Underlay buying guide

Laminate always needs a separate underlay. Hybrid planks usually come with underlay pre-attached, so you rarely need extra. Engineered timber glued down needs no underlay; floating engineered timber does. If you're in an apartment, check your strata bylaws — you'll likely need an acoustic underlay rated at least 50 dB impact sound reduction. Over concrete, always add a moisture barrier if your underlay doesn't include one.

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Subfloor Prep: Floating Floors

A subfloor for a floating floor must be flat to within 3mm over any 3-metre span, structurally sound, clean, and dry. On concrete, test for moisture before laying. Fill low spots with self-leveller and grind down high points. Remove old soft floor coverings, allow flooring to acclimatise in the room for 24–48 hours, and leave a 10–12mm expansion gap around all fixed objects and perimeter walls.

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Tile Slip Ratings Explained

Australian slip ratings run from P1 (least slip-resistant, dry indoor areas) to P5 (most slip-resistant, steep wet ramps and pool surrounds). For home bathrooms choose P3 minimum; for outdoor entertaining areas and pool surrounds P4–P5 is required. Porcelain tiles meet these ratings more reliably than ceramic and hold up better outdoors. Always check the product's rated classification before buying.

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Rental Property Flooring Guide

For rental and investment properties, hybrid flooring offers the best all-round value. It is 100% waterproof, highly durable, and starts from $26.50/m² at Wholesale Floors Australia. Vinyl plank from $20.50/m² suits tight budgets. Both handle heavy tenant traffic, resist scratches and moisture, and damaged planks can be replaced individually if you keep spare boxes. Porcelain tiles from $20.50/m² suit wet areas.

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Laminate vs Vinyl Plank

Vinyl plank wins on waterproofing — it is 100% waterproof and suits wet areas — while laminate offers a firmer, more timber-like feel underfoot and is available from $24.50/m² versus vinyl plank from $20.50/m². Both are DIY-friendly floating floors. Choose vinyl plank for kitchens, bathrooms and laundries; choose laminate for living rooms and bedrooms where budget and a solid feel matter most.