Calvados Light Grey Waterproof SPC | Medieval Floors

Neutral-toned waterproof flooring in light grey, soft, with faint warm greige hints. Calvados from Medieval Floors — 8mm, 20 mil wear.
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Medieval Floors Brand
Marseille Collection (8mm) Collection
SPC Flooring Type
8mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Calvados?

Calvados is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor in a light grey tone, with a heavy residential, light-commercial-ready wear layer for a low-maintenance, practical space.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. A splash at the sink or a dropped glass wipes up without harming Calvados when cleaned promptly; don't leave water standing. Indoor use only — outdoor installation is not approved.

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

This floor has a 20 mil wear layer — which works out to 0.50 mm — intended for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, so you get excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. It sits at the thicker, harder-wearing end of the range.

Will it hold up to daily life?

Calvados has a 20 mil protective layer — thicker than the roughly 12-mil mid-tier and 6-mil entry-level LVT wear layers. That's the physical protective film above the print, sealed by finish.

What does the plank surface look like?

Each Calvados plank is heavy on character. You'll find clustered dark knots, open knot holes, and short splitting cracks tracking along an open cathedral grain, with strong board-to-board variation. This is far more grain character than the cleaner boards in its family, printed so the knots and fissures repeat cleanly across every 9-inch board.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

The 1.5mm IXPE anti-microbial acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Calvados is quieter underfoot than LVT with a loose pad — both for the walker and for rooms below in multi-story homes.

Will this color work in my room?

Calvados reads as a clean, crisp grey. In this kitchen it sits under cool overhead light rather than direct sun, which keeps the tone even and true through the day and stops the greige undertone from warming up. In a room with strong south-facing daylight the same shade would lift and show a touch more of that greige warmth. Against white or off-white cabinetry it looks bright; against darker cabinets the knot character stands out more.

Price & availability?

This floor is a special-order item, ordered as needed. Call or text (408) 753-3220 for the current lead time and a quote. Pickup, Bay Area delivery, and nationwide shipping are all available. Verified trade accounts for contractors, designers, and architects come with trade pricing. We're happy to help you plan your order.

Overview

Calvados is a soft light grey warmed by a faint greige undertone, a cool-neutral floor that never tips cold. What sets Calvados apart from its cleaner grey siblings is character: the boards show clustered dark knots, open knot holes, and short splitting cracks that run with the grain, giving each 9-inch plank a rugged, lived-in surface. We photographed it in a modern transitional kitchen, where a waterfall quartz island, off-white cabinetry, and a grey tile backsplash let the knotted floor read as the room's texture. The wood-look print sits over a stone-polymer core, so it shrugs off dropped water and wipes clean after a spill. Calvados suits hardworking kitchens and entertaining spaces that want a pale floor with real grain to it.

A pale, knotted grey built for the spills and traffic of a real kitchen.

Specifications

Brand Medieval Floors
Collection Marseille Collection (8mm)
Color Calvados
Plank size 9 inches wide × 60 inches long
Thickness 8mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Locking system UNILIN
Underlayment 1.5mm IXPE anti-microbial acoustic (attached)
SF per carton 18.8 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty Limited Lifetime Residential / 10 Years Commercial
Certifications GREENGUARD Gold, FloorScore, SCS Responsible Source, Lacey Act Compliant, Phthalate Free, EPA TSCA Title VI Compliant, CARB Phase 2 Compliant

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
In the photographed kitchen, Calvados runs beneath a waterfall quartz island and a row of white barstools, framed by off-white cabinetry and a grey tile backsplash. White orchids and stainless appliances keep the palette clean and modern, while the knotted planks add the one note of texture in an otherwise smooth, hard-surfaced room. It is a floor that gives a crisp modern kitchen some grain underfoot.
Will it match my cabinets?
Calvados pairs easily with cabinetry. With the off-white cabinets in this kitchen the light grey floor keeps everything bright and airy while the knot detail adds contrast. It also works under darker cabinets, charcoal, navy, or deep green, where the pale floor and heavy grain read as a deliberate counterpoint. Steer clear of a cabinet in the exact same flat grey, which can flatten the effect.
Will it still look this bright in a windowless basement?
In a windowless room or basement, Calvados reads as a slightly deeper, steel-toned grey, since there's no daylight to lift it. Because it already sits under cool overhead light in its own photo, it takes well to artificial lighting; warm LED bulbs bring the greige undertone forward, while cool bulbs keep it crisp and true. In lower light the knots and fissures still give the floor visible texture, so a dim kitchen or basement doesn't read as a flat sheet of grey.
Does this floor work with indoor plants?
Yes. The cool light grey of Calvados is a clean backdrop for greenery, and the white orchids in its photo show how crisply green foliage reads against it. The wood-look surface wipes up easily after watering, but keep a tray under each pot so water never stands, and choose felt-backed mats over rubber-backed ones beneath the heavier planters.

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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