Nantucket Oak Medium Grey Waterproof WPC | COREtec Floors

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in soft greige with warm greyed taupe. Nantucket Oak from COREtec Floors — 8mm, 20 mil wear. Available at Kapriz Santa Clara.
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Grey (Medium) Color Tone
8mm+ Thickness
7 inches + Width
Wpc Flooring Type
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Nantucket Oak?

Nantucket Oak is a waterproof, wood-look WPC floor built around a soft greige color, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a durable, easy-care finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Unlike engineered hardwood or laminate, surface spills don't soak in, and the rigid core won't cup or buckle. Wipe up spills and pet accidents promptly and don't leave standing water. Not approved for outdoor installation.

How durable is it, and what traffic can it take?

The surface is topped by a 20 mil wear layer — about 0.51 mm — designed for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, delivering excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. It runs noticeably thicker than the entry-level wear layers.

Will it hold up to daily life?

What 20 mil typically means in real homes: many years of everyday household use without visible wear-through. Nantucket Oak in heavy-traffic zones (kitchen, entry) works hardest and shows the first signs soonest; quieter rooms like bedrooms keep their look longest.

What does the plank surface look like?

Up close the plank surface is where Nantucket Oak earns its rustic read. Rough-sawn striations run the length of every board in fine parallel bands, and the open, weathered grain sits deep enough to catch the afternoon light and throw a little shadow. Small knots show up sparingly, enough to break the rhythm and signal a worked, reclaimed look, not so many that the pattern turns busy. The overall effect is a floor that looks handled and honest rather than uniform.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Nantucket Oak's factory-attached acoustic pad comes bonded to every plank and dampens footfall noise throughout the home — one less material decision and one less install step.

Is it safe for indoor air?

Yes — Nantucket Oak carries GREENGUARD Gold certification, independently tested for low chemical emissions. That matters most for households with allergies, asthma, or young children.

Will this color work in my room?

Under the warm afternoon daylight coming through the windows, Nantucket Oak reads at its softest: the greyed taupe warms up a shade and the greige loses any hint of coolness. That easy warmth makes it a forgiving backdrop, pairing with cream and off-white walls, dark espresso furniture, and natural fibers without fighting any of them. In a room that gets less direct light the same color deepens slightly and turns cozier, which suits the rustic leaning of Nantucket Oak. Either way it stays neutral enough to build a whole room around.

Price & availability?

This product ships as a special order. Contact us at (408) 753-3220 by call or text for the current lead time and a quote. We offer nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or showroom pickup. Verified trade professionals qualify for trade pricing. We'll be glad to help you get started.

Overview

Rough-sawn striations band across every board of Nantucket Oak, giving the surface a weathered, worked look with real depth to the grain. The color underneath reads as a soft warm greige, a greyed taupe that stays light without turning cold, and the two together land somewhere rustic and lived-in. Sparse small knots turn up here and there to keep the pattern honest rather than uniform. In a vintage-cottage setting it suits rooms built around soft textiles and layered texture, the kind of space where the floor is meant to feel already broken-in. Nantucket Oak works well in a living room, bedroom, or a cozy entry where you want warmth underfoot without a slick, brand-new look.

A weathered, rough-sawn greige that reads warm and already lived-in, Nantucket Oak is built for a room layered in soft texture.

Specifications

SKU VV024-00211
Brand COREtec Floors
Collection COREtec Originals Classics
Color Nantucket Oak
Flooring Type WPC
Plank size 7 inches wide × 48 inches long
Thickness 8mm
Wear layer 20 mil
SF per carton 38.03 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty Lifetime Residential / 10 Years Medium Commercial
Certifications GREENGUARD Gold

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
In the photographed setting Nantucket Oak runs beneath a vintage-cottage arrangement: dark espresso display cabinets, an upholstered chair, and a layered display of woven baskets with folded towels and pillows stacked nearby. Against pale cream walls, the greige floor gives the dark espresso pieces a light backdrop and lets the cream-toned textiles read clearly. Afternoon daylight fills the space and warms the whole scene. It is a rustic-traditional look, the kind of layered, textile-heavy room Nantucket Oak was clearly styled for.
Will it match my cabinets?
The room pairs Nantucket Oak with dark espresso cabinetry, and it is an easy match: a light greige floor gives a deep espresso wood-tone plenty of contrast without clashing. If your own cabinets run dark, that same contrast works in your favor. The floor is just as comfortable under cream or painted cabinets, where Nantucket Oak reads as a soft, warm neutral rather than a competing tone.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
Nantucket Oak reads warm rather than grey, which helps it in a low-light or windowless space like a basement. Colors with a cool grey base can turn flat and dim underground, but the warm greige here stays warm under artificial light and keeps a room from feeling cold. Good warm-white lighting will bring out the greyed taupe, while very cool bulbs will mute it, so lean warm if the space has no windows.
Does this floor work with indoor plants?
The photographed room keeps greenery simple, a single statement plant rather than a cluster, and that suits Nantucket Oak well. Its warm greige and weathered grain give deep green foliage a natural, earthy base to sit against, and one large plant reads as a deliberate accent instead of clutter. If you layer in more, terracotta and woven planters will echo the rustic, textural character of the floor.

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Written by
Sergey Stotskiy

Managing Partner, Kapriz Hardwood Floors · Licensed California C-15 Flooring Contractor #875369 (active since 2006) · Established 2003