Blackwater Canyon Collection — 5mm SPC Vinyl Plank (Republic Floor)

The Blackwater Canyon Collection is Republic Floor’s entry-tier SPC line — a 5mm-total rigid floor built for everyday residential rooms rather than heavy commercial traffic. Each plank pairs a full SPC (Stone Polymer Core) with a 12 mil wear layer, on the lighter end of Republic’s SPC range, plus a 1mm attached acoustic EVA underlayment that’s already installed at the factory. Planks lock together with an angle-drop click-lock system at 7.17188″ x 48″, and the SPC core is 100% waterproof with no soak-time limit, so it installs above, on, or below grade. Five colors run from Medium Beige through Light Brown, the collection is FloorScore certified, and it carries a 20-Year Residential / 5-Year Commercial warranty. Available to order through our Santa Clara showroom.

Blackwater Canyon Collection specifications

• Core & thickness: SPC (Stone Polymer Core), 5mm total
• Wear layer: 12 mil
• Plank size: 7.17188″ x 48″
• Locking: Angle-drop click-lock · Underlayment: 1mm attached acoustic EVA (Bio Guard anti-bacterial), pre-installed
• Coverage: 23.73 sq ft/carton · Waterproof: yes, 100% waterproof SPC core, no time limit
• Warranty: 20 Years Residential / 5 Years Commercial
• Certifications: FloorScore
• Colors: 5, Medium Beige through Light Brown

Colors in the Blackwater Canyon Collection

Blackwater Canyon’s five colors — Boggs, Countryside Lake, Isabel, Sequoia Pale, and Water Oak — sit across two families: Medium Beige and Light Brown. The palette stays warm and neutral rather than reaching into gray or high-contrast dark tones, so every shade reads as a traditional, everyday wood look. Lighter colors in the mix open up smaller rooms and pair easily with most cabinetry, while the deeper brown tones add warmth to bright, sunlit spaces.

Best uses for Blackwater Canyon Collection

• Kitchens & bathrooms — the 100% waterproof SPC core handles spills, splashes, and everyday humidity without a warranty exception.
• Basements & below-grade rooms — rated for above, on, and below grade installation, so it goes straight over a concrete basement slab.
• Bedrooms, living rooms & home offices — everyday residential foot traffic is exactly where the 12 mil wear layer is built to perform.
• Rental units & light commercial spaces — the 5-Year Commercial term fits moderate-traffic settings like a small office, not a high-volume retail floor.
• Open-concept main living areas — the attached acoustic EVA underlayment helps keep footstep sound down across large connected floor plans.

Choosing a color from the Blackwater Canyon Collection

With Medium Beige and Light Brown as the two families here, Blackwater Canyon leans toward warm, traditional interiors rather than a high-contrast modern look. A lighter shade like Boggs or Isabel opens up a smaller or north-facing room, while a deeper tone like Water Oak grounds a bright, sun-filled space. Because SPC color and grain shift under different lighting, view a sample of your top pick at our Santa Clara showroom before you order.

Frequently asked questions about the Blackwater Canyon Collection

Is the Blackwater Canyon Collection actually waterproof?

Yes. The SPC (Stone Polymer Core) is 100% waterproof with no soak-time limit, so all five colors are suited to kitchens, bathrooms, and basements.

Can I install it over radiant heat?

Yes — it’s compatible with hydronic or embedded radiant systems as long as the floor surface temperature stays at or below 85 degrees F.

Is the 12 mil wear layer enough for my home?

It’s on the lighter end of Republic’s SPC lineup, sized for everyday residential rooms — bedrooms, living rooms, home offices — rather than heavy commercial or high-volume pet traffic.

Why is the warranty shorter than some other Republic collections?

Blackwater Canyon carries a 20-Year Residential / 5-Year Commercial warranty — an entry-tier term for this line, in line with its lighter 12 mil wear layer, and shorter than the longer terms on some other Republic Floor collections.

How many boxes do I need?

Each carton covers 23.73 sq ft. Measure your room’s square footage, add 5-10% for cuts and waste, and our Santa Clara showroom can help you finalize the order.