Clear Creek — 6mm SPC Vinyl Plank (Republic Floor)

Clear Creek is one of Republic Floor’s SPC lines, built around a rigid 6mm Stone Polymer Core with a 20-mil wear layer for standing up to daily traffic and water-prone rooms. Each 7″ x 48″ plank locks together with an angle-drop click system and carries a 1.5mm attached acoustic EVA pad, so no glue, nails, or separate underlayment are needed on a floating installation. The line ships in 4 colors — a soft neutral grey, a medium brown, and two multi-tone rustic browns — backed by a 50 Years Residential / 10 Years Commercial warranty, FloorScore certification, and at 42.0 sq ft per carton, the highest coverage of any Republic Floor SPC line we carry. Clear Creek is available to order through our Santa Clara showroom.

Clear Creek specifications

• Core & thickness: SPC (Stone Polymer Core), 6mm total
• Wear layer: 20 mil
• Plank size: 7″ x 48″
• Locking: Angle-drop click-lock · Underlayment: 1.5mm attached acoustic EVA
• Coverage: 42.0 sq ft/carton (highest in the Republic Floor line) · Waterproof: Yes — 100% waterproof SPC core
• Warranty: 50 Years Residential / 10 Years Commercial
• Certifications: FloorScore
• Colors: 4 — soft neutral grey through medium and multi-tone rustic browns

Colors in Clear Creek

Clear Creek’s 4 colorways — Beaman Oak, European Ash, Lincoln Oak, and Wyoming Brown — move from a soft neutral grey with a faint warm greige undertone through medium and multi-tone rustic browns. Beaman Oak’s cooler grey suits bright, contemporary rooms, while European Ash, Lincoln Oak, and Wyoming Brown bring warmer, richer brown tones that pair well with traditional interiors and light or warm wood cabinetry.

Best uses for Clear Creek

• Kitchens — the SPC core is 100% waterproof, so spills and splashes near sinks and dishwashers aren’t a concern.
• Bathrooms — the same waterproof core handles humidity and standing water around tubs and showers.
• Basements — rated for above, on, and below-grade installation, so it can go directly over a concrete slab with the required moisture barrier.
• High-traffic hallways and living rooms — the 20-mil wear layer resists scuffing under daily foot traffic.
• Large rooms and whole-home installs — at 42.0 sq ft per carton, Clear Creek covers more floor per box than any other Republic Floor SPC line, so fewer cartons are needed to finish a big space.

Choosing a color from Clear Creek

Match the plank tone to the room’s light and cabinetry: Beaman Oak’s cooler grey brightens north-facing or smaller rooms, while European Ash, Lincoln Oak, and Wyoming Brown’s warmer browns suit rooms with plenty of natural light or wood-tone cabinetry. SPC color reads differently under LED versus daylight, so bring a sample home or view it under your own lighting at our Santa Clara showroom before ordering full cartons.

Frequently asked questions about Clear Creek

Is Clear Creek 100% waterproof?

Yes. Clear Creek has a solid SPC (Stone Polymer Core) that is 100% waterproof, with no soak-time limit — it can go in kitchens, bathrooms, and other water-prone rooms without concern.

Can Clear Creek go over radiant heat?

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

Do I need a moisture barrier over a concrete subfloor?

Yes — a 6-mil poly moisture/vapor barrier is mandatory under any installation over concrete, whether the slab is on, above, or below grade.

How much does one carton cover, and how many colors are available?

Each carton covers 42.0 sq ft — the most of any Republic Floor SPC line — and Clear Creek ships in 4 colors from a soft neutral grey to medium and multi-tone rustic browns. Order enough cartons for your square footage plus overage for cuts and future repairs.

Can I install Clear Creek myself, and do I need extra underlayment?

Yes. It’s a floating angle-drop click-lock floor with a pre-attached 1.5mm acoustic EVA pad — no glue or nails, and no separate underlayment beyond the required 6-mil moisture barrier over concrete — so it’s a common DIY install as long as the subfloor is clean, dry, and flat within 3/16″ over 10 ft.