Preference Floors · Hybrid range
Preference Aspire Hybrid Flooring
An 8mm rigid-core hybrid built on a mineral-rich Rigid Composite Board, with a quiet acoustic underlay already attached. 14 colours, from soft contemporary oaks to classic Australian spotted gum and blackbutt.
- 8mm total
- 0.7mm wear layer
- 1800mm long planks
- Attached acoustic underlay
- P3 slip rating
- Click install
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Choose your colour
Two plank widths: wide 223mm boards for contemporary oaks, and classic 178mm boards for Australian species. Tap a colour for full details.
Contemporary oak 1800 × 223mm · 10 colours
Australian timber 1800 × 178mm · 4 colours
Why choose Aspire
Rigid Composite Board core
A mineral-rich core that resists expansion and contraction, so it suits changing climates and flat tile or concrete subfloors.
Quiet underfoot
1.5mm IXPE acoustic underlay comes attached, rated 5 Star, so there is no separate underlay to buy.
0.7mm wear layer
A robust wear layer with an embossed matte finish, made for kids, pets and busy hallways.
Interior water resistant
Handles everyday spills in kitchens and living areas. Check the Building Code before laying in bathrooms or laundries.
Specifications
| Contemporary oak | Australian timber | |
|---|---|---|
| Plank size | 1800 × 223 × 8mm | 1800 × 178 × 8mm |
| Construction | 6.5mm Rigid Composite Board core + 1.5mm attached IXPE acoustic underlay | |
| Wear layer | 0.7mm | |
| Surface | Embossed matte finish, micro-bevelled edges | |
| Slip rating | P3 | |
| Acoustic rating | 5 Star | |
| Installation | Floating, click-lock | |
| Underfloor heating | In-slab hydronic heating only | |
| Carton | 4 planks · 1.606m² | 5 planks · 1.602m² |
Specifications from Preference Floors. Always install to the current Preference Floors installation guide.
Not sure which colour suits your space?
Talk to our team about Aspire colours, quantities and installation, and we’ll help you choose with confidence.
Aspire questions
What is a Rigid Composite Board (RCB) core?
RCB is a mineral-rich composite layer that gives the plank its strength and stability. It keeps the floor from moving, expanding or contracting as temperatures change, which is why Aspire suits homes with variable climates.
Is Aspire waterproof?
Aspire is interior water resistant, so it handles everyday spills in kitchens and living areas. It is not a moisture barrier: check the Building Code before installing in bathrooms, laundries or powder rooms, and wipe up standing water promptly.
Do I need an underlay?
No. A 1.5mm IXPE acoustic underlay is already attached to every plank, giving a 5 Star acoustic rating without a separate underlay.
Can I lay Aspire over tiles or concrete?
Yes, over a sound, flat and dry subfloor such as existing tiles or concrete. Your installer will check flatness and moisture before laying.
Does it work with underfloor heating?
Only with in-slab hydronic heating. Other heating systems are not suitable.