Sapphire Blonde Waterproof SPC | Vellichor Floors

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in natural blonde with a warm golden-wheat glow. Sapphire from Vellichor Floors — 6.5mm, 20 mil wear.
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Vellichor Floors Brand
Gemstone Collection Collection
SPC Flooring Type
6.5mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Sapphire?

Sapphire is a waterproof, wood-look SPC floor in a natural blonde tone, with a heavy residential, light-commercial-ready 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?

Sapphire comes with a 20 mil wear layer — approximately 0.50 mm — designed 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?

What 20 mil typically means in real homes: many years of moderate residential use without visible wear-through. Sapphire 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?

Each Sapphire plank pairs a straight blonde grain with looping cathedral swirls and a tight knot cluster toward the lower end, with scattered pin knots and dark centers adding character. The print sits under a 20 mil wear layer, and a 1.5mm IXPE acoustic pad comes factory-attached to the back of every board to quiet footsteps. At 9 inches wide and 60 inches long, the planks give those swirls room to run.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Sapphire's factory-attached 1.5mm IXPE 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 — Sapphire carries FloorScore, GREENGUARD Gold, CARB Phase 2, Zero Formaldehyde, EPA TSCA Title VI, Lacey Act, FSC 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?

As a warm but crisp blonde, Sapphire suits kitchens and open living spaces that want a light, airy floor with a coastal edge. The wheat-gold cast keeps it warm under soft daylight, while the brightness lets it carry darker cabinetry such as navy, charcoal or deep green without the room feeling heavy. Against white walls and pale stone it reads clean and sunny, and the swirling grain gives a large floor something to look at.

Price & availability?

This flooring is supplied on a special-order basis. For a fast answer, call or text (408) 753-3220 for today's lead time and a quote. We provide nationwide shipping, local delivery throughout the Bay Area, and showroom pickup. Verified trade accounts for contractors, designers, and architects come with trade pricing. We're glad to help however works best for you.

Overview

Sapphire is a crisp natural blonde with a clean wheat-gold cast, light and bright without tipping cool. Its grain has real movement, a straight base broken by looping cathedral swirls and a tight cluster of small knots low on each board. We photographed Sapphire in a modern coastal kitchen, where it ran beneath a two-tone island with white upper cabinets and navy lowers, soft daylight washing the boards. The wheat-gold floor gives that navy-and-white scheme a bright, sandy footing. The 9-inch by 60-inch planks are a wood-look print over a waterproof SPC stone-polymer core, sealed with a 20 mil wear layer.

A crisp wheat-gold blonde that gives a navy-and-white coastal kitchen its bright footing.

Specifications

SKU VC-511
Brand Vellichor Floors
Collection Gemstone Collection
Color Sapphire
Plank size 9 inches wide × 60 inches long
Thickness 6.5mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Locking system Angle-tap click (floating)
Underlayment 1.5mm IXPE acoustic underlayment
SF per carton 26.18 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty Lifetime Residential / 12 Years Light Commercial
Certifications FloorScore, GREENGUARD Gold, CARB Phase 2, Zero Formaldehyde, EPA TSCA Title VI, Lacey Act, FSC

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
Installed in the modern coastal kitchen we photographed, Sapphire lays a bright, sandy-blonde base under a two-tone island, white uppers above and navy below. In the soft daylight the floor reads clean and warm, balancing the cool navy cabinetry and the marble-veined walls so the scheme stays fresh rather than cold. The long 60-inch boards let the swirling grain travel across the open floor, and against the white upper cabinets this wheat-gold tone looks especially crisp.
Will it match my cabinets?
Sapphire is built for a two-tone kitchen. Its bright wheat-gold base warms up crisp white upper cabinets while giving navy or deep-green lowers a light floor to stand on, so the contrast looks intentional rather than stark. It pairs just as easily with all-white or pale cabinetry for a fully coastal look. If you are weighing a darker cabinet, bring a sample home and stand it next to the door to see how the warm blonde reads against it.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
Sapphire keeps a warm, sandy brightness even when the light is low. The wheat-gold cast is printed into the grain, so under lamps or in a room with limited daylight the floor stays bright and warm instead of drifting grey. In a basement or interior kitchen, warm-toned bulbs will hold the sunny coastal feel it had under natural daylight.

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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