Case Study: 9 Mockingbird Court, Wishart

Project Snapshot

Before listing the home, they walked through it one evening as if they were buyers.

The kitchen had been updated. The layout worked. Natural light filled the living areas.

But the old tiles made the space feel colder than it needed to be. The grout lines had darkened over time and the surface felt harder and less inviting.

In a suburb like Wishart — where homes often sit in the $1.5M to $2.5M range — presentation matters. Buyers may not point out flooring directly, but they notice when something feels slightly dated.

They weren’t asking,

“What’s the most durable floor?”

They were asking,

“How do we make this home feel cohesive and premium — without overspending before selling?”

Approximately 150m² of old tiles were replaced with White Oak 8H Hybrid before the property went to market.

The goal wasn’t to impress.

It was to remove doubt.

The Exact Floor Used at 9 Mockingbird Court

• Collection: 8H Hybrid

• Colour: White Oak

• Finish: Matte

• Texture: Embossed in Register

This was the floor installed across the main living areas.

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Getting It Ready for Sale

The flooring covered roughly 150 square metres across the main living areas.

Before installation, the existing surface was checked to ensure it was level. Minor adjustments were made so the final result would feel seamless and solid.

Plank direction was chosen carefully to visually widen the space — something buyers often notice without realising why.

We supplied the product and recommended an experienced installer to complete the project.

How Much Does Hybrid Flooring Cost in Wishart?

For a project of this size:

• Product supply: $45 per m² for White Oak (8H Collection)

• 150m² product estimate: $6,750 

• Typical installation in Brisbane: $25–$40 per m²

• Estimated total project range: $10,500 – $15,750

For a $2M property, this is a measured and strategic upgrade — not an overcapitalised renovation.

If you’d like a detailed breakdown, see our guide to hybrid flooring costs in Brisbane.

The Result

After installation, the house felt more settled.

The White Oak tone warmed the living areas without feeling trendy. In natural light, it didn’t glare or feel synthetic — it simply looked right.

During open homes, buyers walked through without questioning the finishes.

The presentation matched the price tier of the property.

The home sold for $2 million.

Flooring doesn’t sell a house on its own — but when it aligns with buyer expectations, it quietly removes doubt and helps the space feel like a home someone wants to live in.

“The flooring choice aligned perfectly with the type of buyers this property attracted. It elevated the presentation and contributed to a very positive response during open homes.”

— Henry Wong, Real Estate Agent