American Walnut Dark Brown Waterproof SPC | Gaia Floor

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in deep chocolate brown with rich espresso depth. American Walnut from Gaia Floor — 6.5mm, 20 mil wear.
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American Walnut deep chocolate brown wood-look SPC plank, 7.2 inches wide.
American Walnut SPC flooring in a mid-century living room, deep chocolate brown.
Close-up of American Walnut's deep chocolate brown wood-grain texture.
Living room with American Walnut deep chocolate brown SPC flooring in natural daylight.
American Walnut SPC plank showing its click-lock edge profile.
American Walnut deep chocolate brown wood-look SPC plank, 7.2 inches wide.
American Walnut SPC flooring in a mid-century living room, deep chocolate brown.
Close-up of American Walnut's deep chocolate brown wood-grain texture.
Living room with American Walnut deep chocolate brown SPC flooring in natural daylight.
American Walnut SPC plank showing its click-lock edge profile.

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Gaia Floor Brand
eTerra White Series Collection
SPC Flooring Type
6.5mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is American Walnut?

American Walnut is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor in a deep chocolate brown tone, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a low-maintenance, practical space.

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?

The construction includes a 20 mil wear layer — about 0.50 mm — designed for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, so you get 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 — American Walnut's 20 mil wear layer and UV-cured ceramic bead (EnduraPro) 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 plank surface is a smooth printed wood-look pattern with bold flowing grain. You see strong ribbon striping, dark grain streaks, and a sweeping flame figure, with the occasional small character knot scattered sparsely across the boards. The print sits over a 20 mil wear layer and a UV-cured ceramic-bead finish, so the surface stays consistent and resists scratches and stains underfoot.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. American Walnut's factory-attached IXPE antimicrobial sound-deadening 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 — American Walnut carries FloorScore, GREENGUARD Gold certifications, independently tested for low chemical emissions. That matters most for households with allergies, asthma, or young children.

Will this color work in my room?

American Walnut reads as a deep, saturated espresso brown that suits style-forward rooms wanting a dramatic dark floor. Because it is the darkest shade in the range, it works best where you want the floor to sit back as a strong backdrop and let lighter walls, trim, and bright accent colors stand out against it. In a room with good natural light it shows off its ribbon figure and warm undertone; in a darker space it leans toward a deep, even brown.

Price & availability?

This flooring is supplied on a special-order basis. For a fast answer, call or text (408) 753-3220 for today's lead time and a quote. Pickup, Bay Area delivery, and nationwide shipping are all available. Verified trade accounts for contractors, designers, and architects come with trade pricing. We're happy to help you plan your order.

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Overview

American Walnut is the darkest shade Gaia Floors offers in the eTERRA White line, a deep chocolate brown with rich espresso depth. The plank reads as a confident dark floor, with bold flowing grain, strong ribbon striping, dark grain streaks, and sweeping flame figure across a smooth printed surface; the occasional small character knot keeps it from looking flat. This is a wood-look print over a stone-polymer core, so American Walnut gives you that bold dark look without the upkeep of a real plank. It is built on a rigid stone polymer composite (SPC) core for dimensional stability, protected by a 20 mil wear layer, and topped with a UV-cured ceramic-bead finish that resists scratches and stains, so it stands up to daily life in a busy living room, family room, dining room, or home office. For style-forward rooms that want a dramatic dark floor as a backdrop for color, American Walnut is a strong choice.

The darkest shade in the eTERRA White range -- a deep chocolate brown with espresso depth and bold flowing grain.

Specifications

SKU GA658410
Brand Gaia Floor
Collection eTerra White Series
Color American Walnut
Plank size 7.2 inches wide × 48 inches long
Thickness 6.5mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Finish UV-cured ceramic bead (EnduraPro)
Locking system Uniclic
Underlayment IXPE antimicrobial sound-deadening pad
SF per carton 19.23 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty 50 Years Residential / 10 Years Light Commercial limited warranty (prorated after the first 5 residential years). Covers manufacturing defects, the UV-cured ceramic-bead finish, and topical waterproof protection under normal use. Non-transferable; original purchaser, single-site installation.
Certifications FloorScore, GREENGUARD Gold

Installation, Care & Warranty


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Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
Installed across a living room, American Walnut lays down as a deep chocolate-brown floor that sweeps with bold ribbon grain from board to board. In this mid-century modern space it works as a dark backdrop for a sofa and a mustard-yellow accent chair, with round nesting tables and teal and patterned pillows reading bright against the espresso tone. A floating staircase and a built-in bookshelf with framed art sit alongside it, and the dark American Walnut floor makes the white trim and the lighter pieces pop. The bold flowing grain keeps the broad expanse lively rather than looking like one flat slab.
Will it match my cabinets?
American Walnut pairs cleanly with white and the warmer wood-tone built-ins in this room. The deep espresso floor sits below a crisp white staircase rail and matching trim, and the contrast is part of the look: the dark floor lets that bright millwork stand out sharply. A walnut-tone built-in shelving unit nearby echoes the warm brown of the floor without matching it exactly, which reads as intentional rather than mismatched. If your cabinets or trim are white, off-white, or a warm wood-tone, American Walnut gives you a strong, grounded base to set them against.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
American Walnut is a dark floor, so light matters. In this room, many windows and bright midday side light bring out its warm undertone and let the ribbon grain and flame figure read clearly across the floor. In a space with less daylight or a windowless basement, the deep chocolate brown reads as a darker, more even brown and the grain detail is quieter, which can feel cozy but will make a small room feel more enclosed. If you are putting American Walnut in a low-light room, plan for good layered lighting to keep the floor from going to a flat dark mass.
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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