Medieval Floors Marseille Collection Laval SPC 8mm
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What is Marseille Collection Laval SPC 8mm?
Laval is a light blonde plank with a creamy, pale-oak warmth, on a 9-inch plank. It is a wood-look print over a stone-polymer core, not wood. The grain is soft and feathered with no knots, so the floor reads bright and quiet. That makes Laval well suited to minimalist and Scandinavian-leaning rooms where you want the floor to feel light and airy and let the space breathe.
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.
Will it hold up to daily life?
What 20 mil typically means in real homes: 15-25 years of moderate residential use without visible wear-through. Marseille Collection Laval SPC 8mm in heavy-traffic zones (kitchen, entry) trends toward the lower end; bedroom installs push past 25 years comfortably.
What does the plank surface look like?
Each Laval plank shows a gentle feathered figure through the midboard over fine straight striations, with no visible knots and an even printed surface. The soft figure keeps the blonde looking natural rather than flat. The 20 mil commercial wear layer over the SPC core resists scratches and scuffs while holding the light, uniform look across long runs.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Marseille Collection Laval SPC 8mm's factory-attached 1.5mm IXPE anti-microbial 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 — Marseille Collection Laval SPC 8mm carries GREENGUARD Gold, FloorScore, Responsible Source (SCS Global) Certified, UNILIN, Lacey Act Compliant, Phthalate Free, EPA TSCA Title VI Compliant, CARB Phase 2 Compliant certifications, independently tested for low chemical emissions. That matters most for households with allergies, asthma, or young children.
Will this color work in my room?
Laval is a warm blonde, so it brings a soft, sunny lightness rather than a cool pale look. In natural side light it glows creamy and warm; under lamps it stays gentle and inviting. It pairs with off-white, brushed gold, tan, and natural wood-tone accents, and against warm wood paneling or charcoal it gives a bright, balancing base that keeps a minimal room from feeling cold.
Price range?
Marseille Collection Laval SPC 8mm prices at $3 to $4 per square foot. Quantity pricing available for whole-home installs (1,500+ sqft). Plus CA sales tax. Trade pricing for verified contractors, designers, architects. Call (408) 753-3220.
Overview
Laval is a light blonde plank with a creamy, pale-oak warmth, bright without going stark. The grain is gentle: a soft feathered figure drifts through the middle of each board over fine straight striations, with no knots and an even surface, so the floor stays light and calm across a room. We photographed Laval in a modern minimalist living room, where the blonde floor caught natural side light beside warm wood paneling and a low white sectional. On an SPC core that is 100% waterproof and scratch-resistant, with a 9-inch plank face, Laval is the bright, airy base for a pared-back, light-loving interior.
A creamy blonde with pale-oak warmth, light and calm enough to open up a minimalist room.
Specifications
| Brand | Medieval Floors |
|---|---|
| Collection | Marseille Collection (8mm) |
| Color | Marseille Collection Laval SPC 8mm |
| Plank size | 9 inches wide × 60 inches long |
| Thickness | 8mm |
| Wear layer | 20 mil |
| Locking system | UNILIN |
| 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, Responsible Source (SCS Global) Certified, UNILIN, Lacey Act Compliant, Phthalate Free, EPA TSCA Title VI Compliant, CARB Phase 2 Compliant |
Installation
Marseille Collection Laval SPC 8mm's manufacturer installation specifications. Care follows in its own section.
Acclimation
Acclimate the planks 24-48 hours in a climate-controlled space; keep the room 65-85F for at least 48 hours before, during, and after installation. Store cartons flat, ends open, no more than 3-5 high.
Climate & humidity
Maintain a room temperature of 65-85F for at least 48 hours before, during, and after installation. Maintain indoor relative humidity between 40% and 70% after installation.
Subfloor flatness & prep
The substrate must be dry, clean, smooth, and flat - level within 3/16in over a 10-ft radius - and free of movement or deflection. Installs over wood, cured concrete, gypsum underlayment, or most existing single-layer hard-surface floors; never over carpet, cushioned-back resilient, or floating floors. New concrete slabs must cure for at least 90 days before installation.
Moisture testing
Concrete moisture vapor transmission must not exceed 8 lbs/1000 sq ft/24 hr (ASTM F-1869); internal relative humidity must not exceed 85% (ASTM F-2170).
Method
Installs as a glueless floating floor with an angle-tap click locking system; maintain a 5/16in (8.2mm) expansion gap at all walls and vertical objects, and stagger end joints a minimum of 8in. Indoor use only.
Underlayment
Planks have an attached underlayment - do not add a separate underlayment beneath them.
Radiant heat compatibility
Compatible with embedded radiant-heat subfloors (heating element at least 1/2in below the floor); run the system 21 days prior, turn it off 24 hours before and after installation, then raise the temperature gradually over 7 days. Maximum subfloor surface temperature is 85F.
Care & maintenance
Keeping Marseille Collection Laval SPC 8mm looking its best takes very little — the manufacturer care guidance is below.
Maintenance
Sweep or vacuum regularly with the beater bar off, and damp-mop with clean water and a vinyl-safe cleaner; wring out surplus water so the floor dries within a minute. Do not use polishes, waxes, or abrasive or ammonia-based cleaners.
Avoid
Rubber- or plastic-backed rugs (use felt), prolonged direct sunlight (use drapes or blinds), continuous indoor temperatures above 95F, abrasive or ammonia cleaners, and unclipped pet nails or untipped high heels.
Furniture protection
Use felt protectors under furniture legs and wide rubber casters with nonstaining mats under rolling chairs; slide a 1/8in Masonite sheet under heavy appliances when moving them.
Climate & humidity
Avoid prolonged direct sunlight; continuous indoor temperatures over 95F combined with strong sunlight can damage the floor.
Frequently asked questions
How do I estimate how much flooring I need?
Pro tip: Don't shortchange the 10% buffer. If you end up with 3-5 extra cartons, keep them — don't return them. Even if you reorder the same SKU in 3 months, it'll be a different manufacturing batch with slightly different tone and grain. It won't match your existing floor. The extras are insurance against leaks, furniture damage, or cracks down the road.
Can I install SPC myself?
Most common case: DIY is allowed, but install mistakes (missed expansion gap, bad subfloor prep, wrong stagger, skipped moisture barrier) void that portion of coverage. Material defects from the manufacturer remain covered.
A few brands go further — their warranty requires "professional installation by a licensed contractor" as a coverage condition, so any DIY = warranty void even without mistakes. Check your brand's warranty language before deciding.
Pro tip: when a claim is filed, the manufacturer sends a licensed flooring inspector. DIY that followed manufacturer spec to the letter passes inspection; DIY that cut corners won't. We recommend: price out a licensed contractor quote first, read your warranty carefully, and decide based on your comfort with the procedure — not just labor savings.
Will it work in my basement?
Layer 1 — concrete moisture epoxy applied directly to the slab (manufacturer-approved liquid-applied membrane). Reduces vapor transmission well below the slab moisture limit this floor requires (measured per ASTM F1869 — see the Installation section for the exact figure).
Layer 2 — 6-mil polyethylene sheeting on the cured epoxy. The epoxy resists normal slab conditions; the plastic above is insurance against slab cracks from settling or seismic movement (common in older Bay Area homes built on fill). If the slab cracks in year 12, the plastic stops moisture before it reaches your SPC.
Cost: $600-1,100 for a typical basement vs $50-100 for plastic alone. For a floor lasting 20+ years in a moisture-prone slab, double protection pays for itself the first time the slab shifts.
How does SPC compare to real hardwood?
A genuine hardwood investment means solid hardwood, or engineered hardwood with 3mm+ veneer. That veneer thickness is the threshold where the floor becomes refinishable (2-3 refinishes over 50+ years, updated stain colors as trends shift). Appraisers factor genuine hardwood into home value; they don't factor SPC.
Caveat: budget engineered hardwood with 1-2mm veneer shares SPC's non-refinishable, 20-25 year practical life — but unlike SPC it is not waterproof, and unlike genuine hardwood with a 3mm+ veneer it cannot be refinished, so SPC stays the better pick for kitchens, baths, and basements. If you're paying hardwood prices, verify the veneer spec. Kapriz carries both categories; the right choice depends on your rooms and refinishing expectations.
Do you offer samples I can take home?
How fast does it ship?
What's your return policy?
Always covered at no cost: manufacturing defects, wrong product shipped, delivery damage documented on receipt. Call (408) 753-3220 to report.
Why not returnable by default: reverse freight on a pallet runs $300–800 with damage risk through 6 handoffs — Kapriz carries that exposure.
Rare written exceptions: 25% restocking fee + customer pays freight. Never for opened cartons, custom orders, or discontinued runs.
Pro tip: call (408) 753-3220 to arrange a sample loan before a large order — confirm the color is in the showroom (inventory rotates).