Dover Light Brown Waterproof SPC | Paradigm Flooring

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in honeyed tan warmed by mellow amber. Dover from Paradigm Flooring — 8mm, 20 mil wear. Available at Kapriz Santa Clara.
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Light Brown Color Tone
8mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Dover?

Dover is a wood-look SPC floor in a honeyed tan warmed by mellow amber shade, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a durable, easy-care finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Day-to-day life — a dropped glass, a pet bowl, a tracked-in puddle — wipes up without swelling or delamination when cleaned promptly; standing water should not be left to sit. Outdoor use is not approved.

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

The plank features a 20 mil wear layer — that's approximately 0.51 mm — suited to heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, with excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. It runs noticeably thicker than the entry-level wear layers.

How do I clean and maintain it?

Safe cleaners for Dover's 20 mil wear layer: vinyl-safe cleaners, damp microfiber mops, vacuum on hard-floor setting. The finish rules out abrasive scrubbers, bleach, ammonia, and solvent-based cleaners — these dull the wear layer permanently.

What does the plank surface look like?

Up close the Dover planks are full of character, with tight cathedral grain, fine striping, and numerous small knots and dark flecks running across the boards. That busy, knotty figure gives the printed surface a rustic depth that a plainer floor lacks.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Dover'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 — Dover 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 the living room's soft daylight and track spots, Dover reads as a warm golden tan, its amber depth keeping it warm and steady next to the black marble. Low light deepens the tan and brings the dark flecks forward; bright daylight lifts the honey. It is a warm counterweight to a dark, dramatic room.

Price & availability?

This floor is a special-order item, ordered as needed. Call or text (408) 753-3220 for the current lead time and a quote. We ship nationwide, deliver throughout the Bay Area, and offer showroom pickup. If you're a verified contractor, designer, or architect, ask about our trade pricing. Let us know how we can help with your project.

Overview

Dover keeps to the lighter side but stays warm and grounded, a golden-honey tan with a mellow amber depth. Its tight cathedral grain is busy with fine striping, numerous small knots, and dark flecks scattered across the boards, so it shows the most character of the honey-toned members. In the photographed living room Dover runs against a black marble feature wall and a linear fireplace, where the warm tan tone balances all that dark stone. The wood-look print sits over a 100% waterproof stone-polymer core.

A warm golden tan with plenty of knotty character to balance a dark, dramatic room.

Specifications

SKU CON2043PAD
Brand Paradigm Flooring
Collection Paradigm Conquest 20MIL
Color Dover
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 living room Dover is laid in a modern luxe style, beneath a sectional and glass coffee tables facing a black marble feature wall with a linear fireplace. Sheer curtains, charcoal walls, and wood-tone accent trim set a moody, upscale mood, and the warm golden tan floor keeps the dark stone from feeling heavy. It is a dramatic living-room look with real warmth underfoot.
Will it match my cabinets?
Dover works with warm wood-tone trim and paneling, as the room's accent trim shows, and its knotty golden tan also stands up to charcoal, black marble, and darker cabinetry. In a kitchen it would warm a deep-toned or two-tone scheme.
Will it still look this bright in a windowless basement?
Dover's amber depth keeps it warm in a windowless or low-light room, where the tan deepens and the knots read stronger rather than fading. Bright light lifts the honey. In a basement, it pairs well with dramatic dark walls and warm accent lighting.
Does this floor work with indoor plants?
The greenery in the photographed room shows Dover taking easily to plants. Its warm golden tan and knotty grain make a natural, characterful backdrop that suits a leafy plant or a rustic potted arrangement.

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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