California Gold Light Brown Waterproof SPC | Republic Floor
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What is California Gold?
California Gold is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor in a muted olive-gold brown shade, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a simple, carefree finish.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. Everyday spills, pet accidents, and mop water won't swell, warp, or delaminate the planks when wiped up promptly; standing water should still be cleaned up quickly. Not approved for outdoor installation; test the subfloor for moisture before installing.
How durable is it, and what traffic can it take?
California Gold has a 20 mil wear layer — equal to about 0.51 mm — well suited to heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, giving you excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. It runs noticeably thicker than the entry-level wear layers.
Will it hold up to daily life?
California Gold's 20 mil wear layer and finish stand up to heavy daily traffic and everyday scuffs — the scratch resistance that matters in kitchens, entryways, and busy households. A few precautions go a long way: felt pads under furniture, trimmed pet nails, and lifting rather than dragging furniture keep the finish looking newer longer.
What does the plank surface look like?
Up close the planks show a flowing cathedral figure -- wide arched peaks that run the length of each board and shift from one plank to the next. Small dark-centered knots sit scattered across the boards, and fine mineral flecks streak through the gold so no two planks look the same. It is a wood-look print, but the figure varies enough that the boards never visibly repeat.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. California Gold's factory-attached 2mm solution EVA acoustic pad comes bonded to every plank and dampens footfall noise throughout the home — one less material decision and one less install step.
Will this color work in my room?
Under bright daylight California Gold lifts toward its honeyed side, warm and golden without turning brassy; in softer or evening light the olive undertone comes forward and the floor reads a touch deeper and calmer. It pairs easily with cream and greige walls, warm whites, and both matte-black and brushed-brass fixtures. If your room leans cool or faces north, this is the kind of warm mid-gold that puts some sun back into it.
Price & availability?
This floor is available by special order rather than from stock. Get in touch by call or text at (408) 753-3220 to check lead time and receive a quote. Choose nationwide shipping, local Bay Area delivery, or showroom pickup. Verified contractors, designers, and architects are eligible for trade pricing. We'll be happy to walk you through the next steps.
Overview
California Gold reads as a sun-warmed brown with an olive-gold core and a honeyed glow that keeps it from going flat. Its cathedral figure runs in long arched peaks across each board, broken by small dark-centered knots and a scatter of mineral flecks that give the printed surface real movement. As a rigid plank it stands up to daily traffic, spills, and pet claws, so California Gold suits busy kitchens, entryways, and open living rooms as easily as a quiet home office. The golden warmth makes it a natural pick when you want a floor that brightens a space rather than weighing it down.
Olive-gold with a honeyed glow -- warmth you can feel without a single loud note.
Specifications
| Brand | Republic Floor |
|---|---|
| Collection | The Rock |
| Color | California Gold |
| 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 |