Quinn Light Brown Waterproof SPC | GemCore Flooring

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in honeyed golden brown with a warm glow. Quinn from GemCore Flooring Sapphire — 5mm, 20 mil wear. Available at Kapriz Santa Clara.
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GemCore Flooring Brand
Sapphire Collection
Light Brown Color Tone
Vinyl Plank Flooring Flooring Type
5mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant

Quick Answer

What is Quinn?

Quinn is a waterproof, wood-look SPC floor built around a honeyed golden brown color, with a durable, heavy-traffic wear layer for a low-maintenance, practical finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Powder-room splashes, daily wet feet, and towel drops wipe up without harm when cleaned promptly. Indoor use only — not for installation inside showers or wet rooms, and outdoor installation is not approved.

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

The plank features a 20 mil wear layer — that's approximately 0.51 mm — ideal for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, giving you 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?

Kitchen stress test: dropped cutlery, pans slid from oven to counter, refrigerator casters, and dishwasher spray — Quinn's 20 mil wear layer and finish handle the spills, dropped pots, and dragged stools of daily kitchen use, and wipe clean with a vinyl-safe cleaner.

What does the plank surface look like?

Up close, Quinn shows a long, flowing grain that gathers into a soft cathedral figure, with a large, sparse character knot pulling a halo of figure out around it. Faint mineral streaks run through the surface.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Quinn'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 — Quinn carries FloorScore 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?

Quinn's honey brown has warm golden undertones, so it reads warm no matter the room. In brighter light it picks up extra warmth and glow; with less natural light it reads a shade deeper and richer.

Price & availability?

This flooring is supplied on a special-order basis. For today's lead time and a quote, call or text (408) 753-3220. Nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, and showroom pickup are available. Contact us to learn about trade pricing for verified contractors, designers, and architects. Feel free to get in touch with any questions.

Overview

A bold, sparse character knot sits at the center of each Quinn board, with a swirling accent figure pulling out around it against the plank's warm honey brown, gold-undertoned base. Because the print varies that scene across a wide set of plates rather than repeating one stamped board, no two planks in a Quinn floor line up quite the same way -- board-to-board variation that keeps the floor from reading as flat or machine-made. That variety suits living rooms, dining rooms, and entries where the floor itself gets noticed, and because it stands up to spills and daily wear, it works just as well in kitchens, baths, and mudrooms. Right for someone who wants visible board-to-board character instead of a flat, repeating pattern -- if you'd rather keep the grain calm and uniform from plank to plank, a calmer, more evenly patterned floor is the better fit.

A honey brown with a bold, sparse knot that gives each plank its own signature.

Specifications

SKU sapphire-quinn
Brand GemCore Flooring
Collection Sapphire
Color Quinn
Flooring Type SPC
Plank size 9 inches wide × 72.5 inches long
Thickness 5mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Locking system UniClic (Angle-Angle / Tap-Down)
Underlayment Pre-attached pad (EVA / IXPE backing)
SF per carton 22.6 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty By wear-layer tier: Residential up to Lifetime; Light Commercial 5-20 Years; Commercial 5-10 Years (GemCore Stone Composite warranty, pre-attached pad).
Certifications FloorScore

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

Will it match my cabinets?
Quinn's honey brown pairs cleanly with warm white and cream cabinets, softening the contrast, and it also stands up well against deeper cabinet tones like navy or forest green.
Will it still look this bright in a windowless basement?
In a room with little or no natural light, a warm medium tone like Quinn tends to deepen slightly and read a touch more brown than gold, without losing its warmth.

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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