Countryside Lake Light Grey Waterproof SPC | Republic Floor

Neutral-toned waterproof flooring in soft warm greige with a pale grey wash. Countryside Lake from Republic Floor — 6.5mm, 20 mil wear.
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Republic Floor Brand
The Ridge Collection
Grey (Light) Color Tone
SPC Flooring Type
6.5mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant

Quick Answer

What is Countryside Lake?

Countryside Lake is a wood-look SPC floor built around a soft warm greige color, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a low-maintenance, practical finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Kitchen reality — dropped pots, splashes, and daily mop-and-go cleaning — won't faze the planks, as long as you wipe spills up promptly and dry any standing water. Not approved for outdoor installation; test the subfloor for moisture before installing.

How durable is it, and what traffic can it take?

The plank features a 20 mil wear layer — which works out to 0.51 mm — intended for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, delivering 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?

Dog nails, cat claws, litter grit, water-bowl splash — Countryside Lake's 20 mil wear layer and finish wipe clean easily and outlast a thinner LVT wear layer under everyday pet traffic. Claws can still leave light surface marks over time like on any hard floor, so trimmed nails and a rug in high-traffic zones help protect the finish.

What does the plank surface look like?

Up close, Countryside Lake shows open cathedral grain with long sweeping arches and high board-to-board contrast, so the figure moves rather than repeats. Dark pin knots scatter across the face at a moderate spacing, with fine fissures and mineral streaking tracing the arch lines. It is a printed wood-look surface, so the character stays consistent plank to plank without the soft spots or splits of a milled board.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

The 2mm solution EVA acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Countryside Lake is quieter underfoot than LVT with a loose pad — both for the walker and for rooms below in multi-story homes.

Will this color work in my room?

Countryside Lake reads as a warm greige rather than a true grey, so it stays soft and never tips steely or blue. In bright Bay Area daylight it lifts airy and clean; under warmer evening lamplight it deepens toward a mellow greige. That neutral warmth lets it pair easily with both cool and warm decor, from crisp whites to wood-tone furniture.

Price & availability?

This product is available to order specifically for your project. Call or text (408) 753-3220 to check the latest lead time and request a written quote. Nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, and showroom pickup are available. Verified contractors, designers, and architects receive trade pricing. We look forward to helping with your flooring project.

Overview

Countryside Lake sets long, sweeping cathedral arches against a warm greige field, and the high grain contrast gives each plank real movement without looking busy. The tone is a very-light greige washed with pale grey -- neutral enough to read clean, warm enough to stay soft rather than cold. Dark pin knots and fine mineral streaking follow the arch lines, so the figure looks natural instead of stamped. As a light, expressive floor, Countryside Lake suits open living rooms, great rooms, and entryways where you want visible character underfoot, and its rigid click-lock plank stands up to everyday traffic, spills, and pet claws.

Sweeping cathedral arches on a warm greige field -- quietly expressive, never loud.

Specifications

Brand Republic Floor
Collection The Ridge
Color Countryside Lake
Flooring Type SPC
Plank size 9 inches wide × 72 inches long
Thickness 6.5mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Locking system Angle-drop click-lock
Underlayment 2mm acoustic solution EVA (attached)
SF per carton 27.17 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

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

Will it match my cabinets?
Countryside Lake reads as a soft warm greige with a pale grey wash, which lets it lean either direction. Warm white and creamy cabinets settle in gently for a soft, blended look, while a cool grey or charcoal cabinet picks up the grey undertone for quiet contrast. Greige and taupe cabinetry ties in most naturally without competing.
Will it still look this bright in a windowless basement?
Countryside Lake reads as a soft warm greige with a pale grey wash, and that lightness is its low-light advantage. In a dim or basement space it bounces back what little light you have, keeping the floor feeling airy and open rather than closed-in. The gentle warm undertone stops it from going cold or flat under artificial bulbs. It wears better in a windowless room, though a warm-toned lamp keeps the greige inviting rather than washed-out.

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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