Medieval Floors Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm
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What is Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm?
Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm is a muted greige wood-look plank with a soft brown wash, built on a stone-polymer SPC core. Its print is calm and even, with fine tight linear striping and light scattered flecking along the figure, and no knots to interrupt it.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. Built for daily life: mop-and-go cleaning, occasional spills, and pet accidents wiped up promptly; clean standing water quickly. Indoor use only — outdoor installation is not approved.
Will it hold up to daily life?
Office chair wheels, spike-heel point loads, and dragged furniture all concentrate force. Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm's 20 mil wear layer plus 6.5mm rigid SPC core manages this better than laminate — SPC resists crush-indent where laminate high-density fiberboard would dent permanently.
What does the plank surface look like?
The plank surface is quiet and tactile, with fine tight linear striping running the board length and subtle mineral specks scattered along the figure. At 6.5mm it is the slimmest build in the range, with a 20 mil commercial wear layer over the print and an attached 1.5mm IXPE acoustic underlayment that cushions each step and helps soften room noise.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
The 1.5mm IXPE anti-microbial acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm installs quieter than LVT with a loose pad — both for the walker and for rooms below in multi-story homes.
Is it safe for indoor air?
Yes — Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm 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?
The brown wash gives Orville the gentlest, most welcoming temperature in its grey family, so it behaves almost like a warm neutral. Against cream upholstery, walnut wood, and a stone fireplace it reads soft and grounded rather than cool, making it a natural fit for organic, comfort-first rooms that want greige without any chill.
Price range?
Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm: $2 to $3 per square foot, material only. Plus CA sales tax. Free 4-month storage if your project starts later — buy now, lock in price, schedule delivery when ready. Trade pricing for verified contractors and designers.
Overview
Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm is a muted greige carrying a soft brown wash, the warmest, coziest reading in its grey family. It is shown in a modern organic living room with curved cream sofas, a dark walnut oval coffee table, and a stone fireplace with a recessed firewood niche. The grain is quiet and orderly: fine, tight linear striping with light scattered flecking, rather than bold swirl. On a 7-inch plank at 6.5mm with a 20 mil commercial wear layer and an attached 1.5mm IXPE acoustic underlayment, this is the slimmest, most low-profile build in the range, well suited to soft, sculptural rooms and renovations over an existing hard-surface floor.
The warmest grey of the set, a soft greige with a brown wash for cozy, sculptural rooms.
Specifications
| Brand | Medieval Floors |
|---|---|
| Collection | Valletta Collection (6.5mm) |
| Color | Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm |
| Plank size | 7 inches wide × 48 inches long |
| Thickness | 6.5mm |
| Wear layer | 20 mil |
| Locking system | UNILIN |
| SF per carton | 18.9 sq ft |
| Installation grade | Above, On, Below grade |
| Waterproof | Yes — 100% |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Residential / 5 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
Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm'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 Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm 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: we strongly recommend hiring a licensed flooring contractor to measure before ordering, especially for larger jobs. They'll account for transitions, stairs, closets, and pattern waste that homeowners often miss. Under-ordering means stopping mid-install to wait for another box — and batch matching isn't guaranteed.
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 before the driver leaves.
Why returns aren't default: sending a pallet back involves 6 handoffs and $300–800 freight — Kapriz carries the exposure if rejected.
Rare exceptions: 25% restocking fee + customer pays freight. Never for opened cartons, custom orders, or discontinued runs.
Pro tip: see Valletta Collection Orville SPC 6.5mm in person before ordering — call (408) 753-3220 to confirm showroom availability (samples rotate) or arrange a loan.