Abbey Medium Beige Waterproof SPC | Paradigm Flooring

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in greige taupe with a gentle cool drift. Abbey from Paradigm Flooring — 8mm, 20 mil wear. Available at Kapriz Santa Clara.
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Paradigm Conquest 20MIL Collection
Medium Beige Color Tone
8mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Abbey?

Abbey is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor in a greige taupe shade, with a thick, high-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?

Abbey has a 20 mil wear layer — equivalent to 0.51 mm — a good match for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, giving you excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. That's a step above the standard-duty wear layers.

Will it hold up to daily life?

Kitchen stress test: dropped cutlery, pans slid from oven to counter, refrigerator casters, and dishwasher spray — Abbey'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?

The Abbey plank surface has real movement: open cathedral grain with prominent peaks, long mineral streaks tracing the figure, and weathered character marks with a few small knots. Board-to-board variation gives it a lived-in look that suits a relaxed, minimalist room.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Abbey's factory-attached 1.5mm 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 — Abbey 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?

Under soft daylight and a recessed cove glow, Abbey's cool drift keeps the greige-taupe crisp and modern rather than warm-yellow. The gentle light lets its taupe read clean, a neutral that sets off jewel tones like deep blue and caramel; in brighter sun the color stays composed and cool.

Price & availability?

This floor is available by special order. Call or text (408) 753-3220 to check the latest lead time and request a written quote. Select nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or convenient showroom pickup. Verified trade accounts for contractors, designers, and architects come with trade pricing. Feel free to get in touch with any questions.

Overview

Abbey shows an open cathedral grain with prominent peaks and long sweeping figure, traced by mineral streaks and marked with weathered character and a few small knots that vary board to board. Its color is a warm greige-taupe carrying a soft cool drift, a touch cooler than the honeyed shades in the line. Across an open living and dining room, Abbey reads as one continuous, calm floor that lets bolder furniture take the lead.

A warm greige-taupe with a cool drift and bold cathedral grain, Abbey is a calm, continuous floor for open-plan living.

Specifications

SKU CON2019PAD
Brand Paradigm Flooring
Collection Paradigm Conquest 20MIL
Color Abbey
Flooring Type SPC
Plank size 9 inches wide × 72 inches long
Thickness 8mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Edge profile Mini Enhanced Painted Bevel
Locking system Unilin (5G)
Underlayment 1.5mm attached pad
SF per carton 17.67 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty Lifetime Residential / 15 Year Commercial
Certifications FloorScore

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
In the photographed space, Abbey runs beneath a blue velvet sofa and a tan leather lounge chair around a low dining table and a round coffee table, with black display shelving, open shelving, and a large picture window. Against warm white walls and a bronze-patina accent wall, the greige-taupe keeps the deep-blue-and-caramel scheme cohesive across the open plan.
Will it match my cabinets?
The room frames Abbey with matte black and pale millwork. The cool-drifting greige-taupe pairs cleanly with black or dark cabinetry and with pale, painted millwork, so a high-contrast kitchen reads deliberate rather than mismatched.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
In a windowless basement, Abbey's slight cool drift can read a touch grey under cool bulbs, so warmer artificial light keeps its taupe warmth in view. Below grade, its waterproof rigid core handles the damp better than most floors.
Does this floor work with indoor plants?
A single sculptural plant styled the room, and Abbey handles greenery well: the cool greige-taupe makes green foliage look vivid, and it is restrained enough that one large statement plant reads as the focal point.

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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