Hybrid flooring is an innovative new type of waterproof flooring, bringing the best characteristics of both vinyl and laminate floors to create an improved floating floor. Hybrid floors are made of multiple layers of ma
Hybrid flooring is an innovative new type of waterproof flooring, bringing the best characteristics of both vinyl and laminate floors to create an improved floating floor. Hybrid floors are made of multiple layers of materials pressed together and come in a wide range of designs and styles. Hybrid floors are also 100% waterproof and suitable for all areas of the house (including the kitchen, and other wet areas). The top layer is a UV-coated wear & tear layer, the second layer is a decorative print with the desired design, and the centre is a composite core board that is waterproof and stable. Finally, there is an acoustic backing that increases foot comfort and reduces sound resonance. Hybrid flooring is an affordable flooring option and has quickly emerged as one of the most popular floorboards across Sydney.
Hybrid flooring is an innovative new type of waterproof flooring, bringing the best characteristics of both vinyl and laminate floors to create an improved floating floor. Hybrid floors are made of multiple layers of materials pressed together and come in a wide range of designs and styles. Hybrid floors are also 100% waterproof and suitable for all areas of the house (including the kitchen, and other wet areas). The top layer is a UV-coated wear & tear layer, the second layer is a decorative print with the desired design, and the centre is a composite core board that is waterproof and stable. Finally, there is an acoustic backing that increases foot comfort and reduces sound resonance. Hybrid flooring is an affordable flooring option and has quickly emerged as one of the most popular floorboards across Sydney.
About Heartridge Highland Oak
The Heartridge Highland Oak range provides a luxurious yet affordable way to upgrade you home. We offer the same natural beauty as solid timber by utilising the latest in muti-layered technology. This is accentuated by the intricate embossing on each plank. Featuring excellent water resistance and acoustic performance, they can be installed in any room in your home including wet areas, ideal for the demands of contemporary living. Not only do our planks look good, they are designed for durability. Each plank provides outstanding durability, impact resistance and comfort underfoot, as well as optimal dimensional stabilty with two layers of luxury vinyl plank, and a rigid SPC core in bretween. The dense SPC core provides excellent resistance against impact and indentation. To top it all off, we offer a lifetime structural guarantee as well as a 30 year surface guarantee for evidence of its exceptional quality.
Planks Per Box: 5
Box Coverage Area: 2.0980
Box Weight: 24.5
Profile: Micro Bevel
Finish: Embossed in Register
Warranty: Lifetime Residential Structural Warranty, 30 Year Residential & 10 Year Commercial Surface Warranty
The easiest DIY floors are floating floors like this one! They click lock together and don’t need glue or nails - they're super easy to install and if you make a mistake, you can simply un-click them and redo it. Floating floors include laminate floors, hybrid floors, bamboo floors and even engineered timber (if you are after real wood).
What tools do I need to DIY this type of floor?
The most important tools are:
Drop Saw and / or Table Saw - to cut the floorboards and are available for $150 at most hardware stores, or you can borrow one.
Ruler or Set Square - to measure how much you need to cut for the end planks near the walls.
Pencil & Eraser - to draw the cutting lines when you reach the last planks of each row.
Other “nice-to-haves” include a DIY Flooring Kit (available at Floor venue), spirit levels, tape measures, safety equipment, and work gloves.
Pro installation tips
Floor Levelling - the subfloor refers to what you intend to lay the flooring directly over and is often concrete slabs, plywood, yellow tongue or even existing floorboards. Proper subfloor preparation is very important and you should:
Clean the subfloor
Check subfloor evenness (to prevent creaking and long-term joint damage)
Underlay - is typically a soft rubber or foam material that goes underneath the floor and provides noise protection. If you live in an apartment block, your strata may have acoustic underlay requirements that you must confirm before a project.
Expansion Gaps - between the floor and the walls to allow for natural expansion and shrinkage due to temperature and moisture changes. Consider:
Plank Width - wider planks have more expansion and should be given a slightly bigger expansion gap within the range below.
Environmental Moisture - if relative humidity is high, we recommend increasing the expansion gap size.
Heartridge Highland Oak Hybrid Flooring Flooring FAQs
Our Heartridge Highland Oak flooring is specially designed to be able to withstand wet areas, so you can achieve a consistent and cohesive look throughout the home. Its versatile nature also allows it to be installed over more subfloors as well as existing hard surfaces. Whats more, our realistic timber embossing was made with the latest in HD printing technology combined with a tough PVC film to create an authentic timber visual that is virtually indistinguishable from the rela thing.
It is recommended to clean your floor weekly using water and a PH neutral cleaner to remove dirt, foorprints and other stains. Also ensure any drinks or food spilled is cleaned up as soon as possible with a dry mop and/or cleaning agent. Using a vacuum with a dust filter would also be ideal to clean up any loose dirt or grit which can damage the floor if left unattended.
Hybrid flooring grew to popularity in recent years, as it combines the best attributes of vinyl and laminate flooring. Hardwearing timber look meets waterproofing, these are perfect as low maintenance and easy to clean flooring. The secret to hybrid flooring’s waterproof and durable nature is the composite material which is either made of stone & plastic (SPC) or wood & plastic (WPC). The beauty of hybrid flooring is that they often come with pre-attached acoustic underlay, which makes installation and strata approval (if applicable) much easier.
