Godfrey Hirst
Godfrey Hirst Floors: Australian Craftsmanship Since 1865
Godfrey Hirst Floors represents a foundational pillar of the Australian and New Zealand flooring industry. With a manufacturing heritage that commenced in 1865, the brand has consistently focused on delivering durable, high-quality flooring across timber, hybrid, and carpet categories. As a leading supplier and installer, we provide clients access to the full Godfrey Hirst Floors collection, known for its technical innovation and style tailored specifically for the diverse Australian climate.
A Legacy of Quality: The Godfrey Hirst Brand Story
The longevity of the Godfrey Hirst Floors name is a testament to its commitment to local manufacturing and reliable product performance. This dedication to craftsmanship, spanning over a century and a half, assures buyers of a product that meets stringent Australian quality and environmental standards. We are proud to feature a brand that continually pushes the boundaries of design across both natural wood and advanced synthetic flooring technologies.
Featured Timber Flooring: The Pioneer Series
Godfrey Hirst’s commitment to classic style is exemplified by their timber flooring range. A standout performer and consistent best seller is the Pioneer series. This engineered timber line offers the natural beauty and warmth of genuine wood with enhanced stability, making it a robust and aesthetically premium choice for any space. The Pioneer range provides a wide selection of species and finishes designed to complement contemporary Australian interiors.
Hybrid & Laminate Best Sellers: Apollo, Metropol, and Vista
Godfrey Hirst Floors leads the market in performance-driven synthetic options, specializing in the Hybrid and Laminate categories:
Hybrid Flooring: The waterproof resilience of their Hybrid lines is unparalleled. The Apollo 1500 and Metropol 1500 series, including the popular Metropol Oak, are best sellers known for their rigid core construction, high-definition timber visuals, and resistance to temperature fluctuations, making them ideal for high-traffic and sun-exposed areas.
Laminate Flooring: Providing exceptional value and durability, the Vista 1500 and standard Vista series are top-selling Laminate options. They feature robust wear layers and realistic plank visuals, appealing to buyers prioritizing scratch resistance and budget effectiveness.
Waterproof Vinyl Plank Flooring Excellence
For areas requiring complete moisture security, Godfrey Hirst Floors offers a premium selection of Vinyl Plank products. The Polaris 1200 and Polaris 1500 lines, alongside the durable Regent 1500 series, are celebrated for their 100% waterproof nature. These vinyl planks replicate the visual texture of timber with precision, offering a warm, soft feel underfoot without compromising on resilience.
Godfrey Hirst Commercial Hard Flooring Solutions
Beyond residential applications, Godfrey Hirst is a dominant force in Commercial Hard Flooring. Their lines are engineered to handle extreme traffic, heavy loads, and rigorous cleaning protocols typical of retail, corporate, and healthcare environments. This range includes specialized, high-performance hybrid and vinyl products designed for maximum dimensional stability and superior longevity in demanding commercial spaces.
Partner with a Certified Godfrey Hirst Supplier
Accessing the quality and warranty assurance of Godfrey Hirst Floors is best done through a certified, experienced dealer. We provide expert consultation on the technical specifications of their entire range, ensuring your choice—whether it’s the Pioneer timber or the waterproof Apollo Hybrid—is installed correctly to protect your warranty and investment.
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Top 5 FAQs for Godfrey Hirst Floors
Where are Godfrey Hirst Floors manufactured, and what does this mean for quality?
Godfrey Hirst Floors has a significant manufacturing presence in both Australia and New Zealand, with a history dating back to 1865. While some raw materials or components may be globally sourced, their long-standing local manufacturing expertise means their products, particularly their carpets and specialized hard floors, are engineered and tested to meet the unique performance, safety, and environmental standards required for the Australian and New Zealand climates.
What is the main difference between the Apollo and Metropol Hybrid flooring ranges?
Both Apollo and Metropol (including the Metropol Oak) are best-selling Hybrid flooring lines from Godfrey Hirst Floors, known for being waterproof. The primary difference often lies in the core and thickness, affecting the feel and rigidity. The Apollo range typically focuses on extreme durability and stability (SPC core), making it excellent for high-traffic commercial or extreme residential areas, whereas the Metropol range offers extensive style variations and popular colour palettes.
What makes the Pioneer Timber range a best-seller?
The Pioneer timber range is a best-seller because it offers the authentic look and feel of solid timber while benefiting from an engineered construction. This construction uses a genuine wood veneer over a multi-ply core, providing significantly greater dimensional stability than solid timber. This makes the Godfrey Hirst Floors Pioneer series less susceptible to warping and gapping caused by changes in temperature and humidity, which is ideal for the Australian environment.
Are the Vista Laminate and Polaris Vinyl Plank floors suitable for wet areas?
The Vista Laminate series is highly moisture-resistant due to modern locking systems but is generally not considered fully waterproof. It should not be used in bathrooms or laundries. However, the Polaris 1200 and Polaris 1500 Vinyl Plank ranges are 100% waterproof because they are built on a fully synthetic, non-porous core. This makes the Polaris and Regent 1500 lines suitable for all wet areas in a residential home.
Does Godfrey Hirst supply commercial hard flooring, and what are the advantages?
Yes, Godfrey Hirst Floors supplies an extensive range of Commercial Hard Flooring, including heavy-duty Hybrid and Vinyl Plank solutions. The key advantage is that these commercial lines are engineered with much thicker wear layers and rigid cores, designed to withstand the immense rolling loads, constant foot traffic, and stringent cleaning requirements of commercial settings (AC5 or AC6 ratings), providing superior longevity compared to standard residential products.
