Why Easi-plank Is One of Floorplan Studio’s Most Recommended Hybrid Floors
At Floorplan Studio, Easi-plank is one of the hybrid flooring ranges we recommend most often—and not without reason. After supplying and installing a wide range of hybrid floors across Sydney homes and apartments, Easi-plank has consistently proven itself in terms of performance, design, and reliability.
Here’s a clear, practical review based on real installation experience and customer feedback.
Brand Background
Easi-plank is a hybrid flooring range produced by Preference Floors, one of the most established and influential flooring suppliers in Sydney. Preference Floors offers a broad portfolio including hybrid flooring, laminate, and engineered timber, and Easiplank sits firmly as one of their flagship hybrid products.
Design & Visual Appeal
Easi-plank offers two main design directions: European oak styles and Australian hardwood-inspired colours, giving homeowners flexibility across both modern and classic interiors.
The decorative layer and wear layer are heat-pressed onto the core using advanced manufacturing techniques, which significantly reduces the use of adhesives. The result is a more environmentally friendly product with very low odour—something many homeowners appreciate, especially during renovations where the home is still occupied.
In terms of formats, Easi-plank is available in:
- 228mm wide planks for a clean, contemporary look
- 125mm herringbone boards for more character and architectural interest
All herringbone colours are matched with corresponding wide planks, making it easy to combine patterns across different areas of the home without colour inconsistency.
Following a recent product upgrade, the standard plank thickness has increased from 6.5mm to 7.5mm, and the locking system has been further reinforced, improving both strength and long-term stability.
Construction & Performance
Easi-plank uses an SPC (Stone Plastic Composite) core, combining stone and plastic in a carefully balanced ratio. This composition is what gives hybrid flooring its excellent water resistance and dimensional stability, with minimal expansion and contraction under normal conditions.
From an installer’s perspective, this balance is crucial. Many hybrid floors on the market are either too soft—leading to deformation—or too brittle, which increases the risk of cracking during installation. Easi-plank sits comfortably in the middle: strong, flexible, and reliable. The locking profile is well designed, making installation efficient while also reducing the risk of boards separating over time.
Like most hybrid floors, Easi-plank comes with an attached underlay, and it achieves an AAAC 5-star acoustic rating. This level of sound insulation is usually sufficient to meet strata and apartment acoustic requirements, helping to reduce noise transfer between levels.
Advantages of Easi-Plank Hybrid Flooring
Everyday Use & Lifestyle Suitability
Customer feedback on Easi-plank has been consistently positive. Homeowners appreciate its natural timber appearance, subtle micro-bevel edges, and well-balanced colour palette, all of which align closely with current Australian interior design trends.
In practical terms, Easi-plank performs well in busy households. It is water resistant, scratch resistant, and easy to maintain, making it suitable for homes with children, pets, aquariums, and even kitchens. Regular cleaning is straightforward, and occasional wet mopping is not an issue thanks to the waterproof core.
Disadvantages of Easi-Plank Hybrid Flooring
No flooring product is perfect, and Easi-plank is no exception.
As with most hybrid flooring, Easi-plank requires a very flat subfloor. In many homes, this means floor levelling is necessary prior to installation. In projects where levelling is complex or extensive, this can influence whether Easi-plank is the most practical option.
Additionally, hybrid flooring can be sensitive to extreme heat and prolonged direct sunlight. In Australia’s climate, areas exposed to strong sun for long periods may experience swelling or lifting. For homes with large north-facing windows or unprotected sun exposure, we generally recommend considering alternative flooring solutions.
Easi-plank Rating
Based on our professional experience, installer feedback, and customer use:
- Durability: 4 / 5
The 7.5mm thickness, strong SPC core, water resistance, and quality wear layer offer excellent everyday durability. - Aesthetics: 5 / 5
Realistic timber textures, carefully designed colours, and clean micro-bevel edges set Easi-plank apart from many hybrid floors on the market—especially in a price-driven segment. - Acoustic Performance: 5 / 5
AAAC 5-star acoustic rating meets the needs of most apartments and strata properties. - Price: 3.5/5
After all these great features Easi-Plank may be slight cost more than other hybrid flooring in Sydney market. But we still consider it as a product with great value.
- Ease of Cleaning: 4 / 5
The waterproof core and subtle bevels make cleaning simple while minimising dirt build-up.
Overall Score: 4.5 / 5
Final Thoughts
Easi-plank Hybrid Flooring strikes an impressive balance between design, performance, and practicality. It is well engineered, visually refined, and suited to modern Australian living. For homes where subfloor conditions and sun exposure are appropriate, Easi-plank is a product we confidently recommend at Floorplan Studio—and one that continues to earn its place as a customer favourite.
