Southern Magnolia Medium Brown Waterproof SPC | Republic Floor

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in chocolate brown, amber-lit and rich. Southern Magnolia from Republic Floor — 6mm, 20 mil wear. Available at Kapriz Santa Clara.
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Republic Floor Brand
The Rock Collection
Medium Brown Color Tone
SPC Flooring Type
6mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant

Quick Answer

What is Southern Magnolia?

Southern Magnolia is a waterproof, wood-look SPC floor in a warm chocolate brown shade, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a durable, easy-care finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Stable against concrete-slab humidity and seasonal moisture variation, so Southern Magnolia 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?

The plank features a 20 mil wear layer — equivalent to 0.51 mm — built for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, with excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. In everyday use, it's a step up from the standard-duty wear layers.

Will it hold up to daily life?

At 20 mil, Southern Magnolia'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 6mm construction gives it a solid, stable feel underfoot in busy rooms.

What does the plank surface look like?

Up close, the plank surface shows a flowing cathedral grain with pronounced arched peaks and plenty of open figure between them. Small knots with dark centers and a bit of gentle mineral streaking add character across the boards, giving Southern Magnolia a varied, natural look instead of an obvious printed repeat. The wood-look surface reads as convincing grain from standing height.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

The 2mm solution EVA acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Southern Magnolia 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?

In bright, window-lit rooms Southern Magnolia lifts toward its amber undertone and shows off the warmth in the brown; in softer or north-facing light it reads deeper and cozier, closer to espresso. It is a medium-warm tone, so it pairs easily with cream and greige walls, black metal accents, and both warm and cool furnishings without fighting them. That flexibility makes Southern Magnolia a safe pick when you are not yet sure which direction your decor will take.

Price & availability?

This flooring is brought in as a special order. Call or text (408) 753-3220 to check the latest lead time and request a written quote. We can arrange nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or pickup. Contact us to learn about trade pricing for verified contractors, designers, and architects. Let us know how we can help with your project.

Overview

Southern Magnolia runs a rich chocolate brown with a deep amber undertone that warms as the plank catches light, so the color reads full and lived-in rather than flat. Arched cathedral peaks sweep across each board in an open, flowing figure, broken by small dark-centered knots and faint mineral streaking that keep the pattern from repeating board to board. It comes in a plank format with a durable wood-look surface built to stand up to everyday household traffic. That depth of tone makes Southern Magnolia a natural fit for living rooms, dining rooms, and busy entryways where you want warmth underfoot.

Chocolate brown with an amber glow and cathedral grain that never quite repeats.

Specifications

Brand Republic Floor
Collection The Rock
Color Southern Magnolia
Flooring Type SPC
Plank size 9 inches wide × 60 inches long
Thickness 6mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Locking system Angle-drop click-lock
Underlayment 2mm acoustic solution EVA (attached)
SF per carton 30.5 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

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

Will it match my cabinets?
With its rich chocolate depth and deep amber undertone, Southern Magnolia is a natural under lighter cabinets that let the floor anchor the room. Creamy white, warm greige, and sage-green cabinets pop against its dark base, while honey and medium wood-tone cabinets stay in the same warm family for a layered, tonal feel. Keep whites warm so nothing reads stark above the amber.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
Southern Magnolia is a rich, warm chocolate brown deepened by an amber undertone, so it makes a dramatic, cocooning statement in low light. As a dark floor it absorbs rather than reflects, adding cosy depth to a room but wanting good layered lighting so it doesn't read heavy in a windowless basement. The amber warmth keeps that deep brown glowing rather than flat under evening bulbs. Give it a few well-placed warm lamps and it turns a dim space intimate and grounded.

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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