At DFO Flooring, we believe flooring is more than just a surface — it’s the foundation of your home’s character, comfort, and style. Based in Floraville, we’ve proudly served homeowners, builders, and renovators with professional flooring solutions that combine durability, design, and value.
David Merriman
David Merriman is our Managing Director with over 20 years’ experience in the flooring industry. David strives to achieve customer satisfaction through both product knowledge and best installation practices. He has extensive experience in large hospital projects, project management, dealing with handover and product maintenance programs.
David has built a strong reputation for supporting builders throughout the entire project lifecycle to ensure successful outcomes and satisfied clients. He has over 10 years’ experience working with a leading international manufacturer of wall protection and handrail systems, including time as the Australasian Manager. During this period, David provided technical solutions, installation training, product development, and sales and service support across Australasia..
David has extensive experience in government projects, specification in health care and as a key presenter for Architects CPD training, with an excellent understanding in bacteria and preventative maintenance programs. With extensive knowledge of the manufacturing and product performance across most manufacturers David can offer independent advice on the best fit for purpose fit for purpose product to meets all your requirements ensuring the products are not just selected for colour or price.
Specialised Preventative Maintenance (SPM) operates with teams of 6–8 highly skilled installers, each bringing a wealth of industry experience. Our installers are supported by experienced estimators and dedicated Project Managers who oversee every project with care, consistency, and professionalism. This structure ensures clear communication, reliable programming, and high-quality workmanship from start to finish. We also utilise leading industry technology and project management software to track progress, manage compliance, and deliver projects efficiently and transparently.
Specialised Preventative maintenance are specialists in health care and major commercial projects offering tailored solutions including handrails, wall protection and complete bathroom and kitchen refurbishments for any project.
We believe success is achieved through consistently producing prompt service to our clients, completion of projects on schedule, solutions based problem solving and high quality installations.
Specialised Preventative maintenance can supply the most economical to the most extravagant style of flooring to cover all consumer tastes and budgets including carpets, vinyl, laminate and timber. Specialised Preventative maintenance have access to an extensive range of suppliers and we are happy to offer our services to you for any Domestic or Commercial application.
SPM’s area of specialisation include:
We look forward to working with you in the near future.
With 4 years of experience in the flooring industry, Bailey Merriman has been trained under the watchful guidance of Jake Longhurst, a highly skilled and respected professional renowned for his expertise in both residential and commercial flooring projects.
Jake will continue to mentor Bailey over the next two years beyond his apprenticeship to ensure ongoing excellence in workmanship.
Bailey’s skills include:
Bailey’s exceptional workmanship is evident across all residential and commercial projects, with client feedback consistently positive. His “can-do” attitude and strong focus on client collaboration ensure outstanding results on every project.
His motto:
“No project is too difficult – just a bit of extra thought and energy.”
This mindset drives Bailey’s ability to approach challenging flooring installations with confidence and precision, making him a valued and trusted flooring installer within our team.
With 11 years of experience in the flooring industry, Jake Longhurst is a highly skilled and respected professional known for his expertise in both residential and commercial projects.
Jake specializes in:
His exceptional workmanship is proven, with less than 1% callbacks across all residential and commercial projects.
Jake’s attitude and customer relations are among his greatest strengths, consistently leading his teams from the front and ensuring client satisfaction. His motto,
“No project is too difficult – just a bit of extra thought and energy,”
drives his approach to tackling challenging flooring installations with confidence and precision.
With over 26 years of experience in the industry, David is a highly skilled house renovation designer specializing in interior design and project management. Known for his professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail, David has helped countless clients transform houses into homes that are both beautiful and functional. Whether it's a full-scale renovation or a focused interior redesign, he brings vision, expertise, and a personal touch to every project. From concept to completion, David is the perfect person to guide your renovation journey and bring your dream home to life.
Do you have existing ceramic tiles?
✅ Don’t want the huge cost of removal and disposal?
✅ Want a mess-free option?
We have the solution – Vinyl Planks!
✔ Installed directly over existing tiles
✔ Cost-effective & hassle-free
✔ Modern designs to transform your space
Upgrade your floors without the mess or stress!
Ramps, uneven transition>
❌ Old floors layout that just don’t work anymore?
❌ Ramps and multiple heights through your home?
❌ Just cant fins a soloution for your floors
We have the solution – Vinyl Planks!
✅ Warm vinyl plank finish – modern & stylish
✅ Smooth, seamless look with no grout lines
✅ Low-maintenance and easy to clean
✅ Instantly transforms the entire room
Upgrade your floors without the mess or stress!
Do you have existing ceramic tiles and laminates at multiple levels?
❌ Outdated ceramic tiles and limate floors – cold & uninviting
❌ Visible wear and grout lines
❌ Difficult to maintain and keep looking fresh
We have the solution – Vinyl Planks!
✅ No need to go to the expense and mess of removing olf tiles
✅ Warm vinyl plank finish – modern & stylish
✅ Smooth, seamless look with no grout lines
✅ Low-maintenance and easy to clean
✅ Instantly transforms the entire room
✅ Most importantly all at the same level no trips or steps
Upgrade your floors without the mess or stress!
Do you have old carpet or timber on your stairs
❌ Old carpet stairs – worn out & hard to maintain
❌ Outdated look that doesn’t match your space
❌ Prone to stains, dust, and damage
We have the solution – Vinyl Planks!
✅ Fresh vinyl plank finish – clean & modern
✅ Durable, hassle-free, and easy to maintain
✅ Seamless design that transforms your stairs
Upgrade your floors without the mess or stress!
Our trained flooring specialists ensure perfect finishes — every corner, every plank, every seam.
We’re a local business with a real stake in your satisfaction. You’ll always speak to someone who cares.
No hidden fees. No unnecessary upselling. Just honest quotes and quality outcomes.
From quote to completion, we keep your project moving without compromising on quality.
We’d love to help bring your flooring vision to life. Whether you’re refreshing a single room or finishing a whole home, or even a commercial spaces we’re here to make the process smooth and stress-free.
DFO Flooring offers premium vinyl planks, hybrid flooring, and carpets for homes and businesses across Australia — trusted by contractors, loved by homeowners.
