Sahara Pental Golden Waterproof SPC | Republic Floor
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What is Sahara Pental?
Sahara Pental is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor in a warm honey-sand tone, with a heavy-duty, high-traffic wear layer for a low-maintenance, practical finish.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. Stable against concrete-slab humidity and seasonal moisture variation, so Sahara Pental suits below-grade rooms once the slab passes a moisture test; clean up standing water promptly. Not approved for outdoor installation.
How durable is it, and what traffic can it take?
Sahara Pental is protected by a 28 mil wear layer — approximately 0.71 mm — designed for heavy residential use and many commercial applications, giving you outstanding resistance to scratches, scuffs, and long-term abrasion. That puts it toward the top of the SPC wear-layer range.
Will it hold up to daily life?
At 28 mil, Sahara Pental's wear layer sits on the thicker end for residential flooring, which is why it stands up well to heavy day-to-day use. The 14mm construction gives it a solid, stable feel underfoot in busy rooms.
What does the plank surface look like?
Up close, Sahara Pental shows flowing cathedral grain with sweeping figure that draws the eye down the length of each plank. Small dark knots and character marks cluster here and there, several with distinct cat's-eye centers, so no two boards look identical. That strong board-to-board variation is what gives the floor its handcrafted, lived-in feel.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
The EVA acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Sahara Pental 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?
Under the bedroom's warm cove lighting, Sahara Pental deepens into a mellow amber-honey that feels calm in the evening. Daylight from the window lifts the same floor into a brighter, sandier gold, so the color shifts pleasantly with the hour. It pairs easily with warm greige walls and taupe textiles without competing for attention.
Price & availability?
This floor is available by special order rather than from stock. Get in touch by call or text at (408) 753-3220 to check lead time and receive a quote. Choose nationwide shipping, local Bay Area delivery, or showroom pickup. Verified contractors, designers, and architects are eligible for trade pricing. Reach out anytime with questions about your project.
Overview
Sahara Pental runs a warm sandy honey across each plank, with golden amber undertones that keep it luminous rather than flat. Sweeping cathedral grain arcs down the boards, and small dark knots with cat's-eye centers scatter across the surface for real board-to-board character. In a modern-luxe bedroom it reads soft and inviting, and its wood-look surface stands up to daily wear in busier rooms too.
Golden honey with knots that give every board its own signature.
Specifications
| Brand | Republic Floor |
|---|---|
| Collection | South Rose Collection |
| Color | Sahara Pental |
| Flooring Type | SPC |
| Plank size | 9 inches wide × 72 inches long |
| Thickness | 14mm |
| Wear layer | 28 mil |
| Locking system | Angle-drop click-lock |
| Underlayment | Attached acoustic EVA underlayment |
| SF per carton | 13.47 sq ft |
| Installation grade | Above, On, Below grade |
| Waterproof | Yes — 100% |
| Warranty | 50 Years Residential / 10 Years Commercial. Covers manufacturing defects, wear-through, and staining under normal use. |
| Certifications | FloorScore |