Dusk Medium Beige Waterproof WPC | Paradigm Flooring

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in soft greige with gentle warm undertones. Dusk from Paradigm Flooring — 8mm, 20 mil wear. Available at Kapriz Santa Clara.
🚚  Delivery Available Pre-Order

Why Visit Our Showroom?

One Showroom. 80+ Brands. Endless Possibilities.Compare flooring, kitchen cabinetry, tile, and baseboards in one place.
Boxy Cabinetry on DisplayExplore 11 cabinet finishes and styles to find the perfect look for your kitchen, from timeless classics to modern designs.
Free Sample ProgramTake samples home and view them in your own space

For Contractors & Trade

We Don’t Install — Never Your CompetitorWe supply materials, you keep the installation relationship
Trade Pricing AvailableFor licensed contractors and industry professionals
Same-Day Pickup AvailableMaterial ready when your job needs it

Why Buy From Us?

Serving the Bay Area Since 2003Thousands of projects completed. Retail-only since 2014
Licensed Flooring ExpertiseCalifornia licensed flooring professional (#875369)
Free 4-Month StoragePurchase now, store it until your project is ready
Paradigm Flooring Brand
Paradigm Insignia 20MIL Collection
Medium Beige Color Tone
8mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Dusk?

Dusk is a rigid, wood-look WPC floor in a soft greige tone, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a durable, easy-care finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Built for daily life: mop-and-go cleaning, occasional spills, and pet accidents wiped up promptly; clean standing water quickly. Indoor use only — outdoor installation is not approved.

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

Dusk comes with a 20 mil wear layer — which works out to 0.51 mm — ideal for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, offering excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. It's a step up from the standard-duty wear layers in everyday durability.

Will it hold up to daily life?

Office chair wheels, spike-heel point loads, and dragged furniture all concentrate force. Dusk's 20 mil wear layer plus 8mm rigid WPC core manages this better than laminate — WPC resists crush-indent where laminate high-density fiberboard would dent permanently.

What does the plank surface look like?

Dusk earns its character up close. Open cathedral arches sweep down each board, anchored by prominent dark knots and dotted with scattered character marks and fissures. The figure varies noticeably plank to plank, so the finished floor has a lived-in, collected-over-time look rather than a uniform one. It is the knots, more than the color, that give this floor its personality.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

The 1mm IXPE acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Dusk is quieter underfoot than LVT with a loose pad — both for the walker and for rooms below in multi-story homes.

Is it safe for indoor air?

Yes — Dusk 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?

In the soft, early side light of this room, Dusk reads bright and warm, its greige base lightened by the morning and its knots showing clearly. Because the base is warm rather than cool, it keeps that inviting look even as the light drops later in the day. In a north-facing or low-light room it deepens a little and the knots read stronger, which suits a cozier space.

Price & availability?

This product is available to order specifically for your project. Get in touch by call or text at (408) 753-3220 to check lead time and receive a quote. Pickup, Bay Area delivery, and nationwide shipping are all available. Trade pricing is available for verified contractors, designers, and architects. Feel free to get in touch with any questions.

Overview

Dusk sets itself apart with character: prominent dark knots punctuate open cathedral arches, and scattered marks give the boards a gently weathered look. The color underneath is a soft greige with warm undertones, so despite the knotting it still reads bright and easy. In the photographed living room it runs beneath a white sectional and a round coffee table, with natural wood-tone shelving and a large abstract painting behind. Caught in gentle morning side-lighting, the space feels fresh and relaxed, the knots adding warmth rather than heaviness.

A soft, warm greige on weathered boards, where dark knots add character without weight.

Specifications

SKU PI20038
Brand Paradigm Flooring
Collection Paradigm Insignia 20MIL
Color Dusk
Flooring Type WPC
Plank size 9 inches wide × 60 inches long
Thickness 8mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Edge profile Pillow Pressed Bevel
Locking system Unilin Uniclic
Underlayment 1mm IXPE
SF per carton 26.18 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 photos Dusk is laid through a modern-transitional living room kept light and airy. A white sectional wraps around a round coffee table and a media console, while natural wood-tone open shelving and a large abstract painting fill the wall behind. A ginger jar, a potted fern, and stacks of books add homey detail, and soft morning light through the side windows keeps it fresh. The warm greige floor and its dark knots tie the white furniture to the wood-tone shelving.
Will it match my cabinets?
Dusk pairs happily with wood-tone and painted cabinets alike. Its warm greige and dark knots echo natural wood-tones like the shelving here, so wood-tone cabinets feel of a piece with it. White and off-white cabinets stay bright above it, and greige-painted cabinetry blends almost seamlessly. Very cool grey is the only pairing to test, as the floor's warmth can make it look slightly out of step.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
Soft morning light suits Dusk, but its warm base means it does not fall apart in low light either. In a windowless basement the greige deepens and the knots stand out more, giving a cozier, more rustic read that many interior rooms welcome. Warm bulbs keep it inviting; only very cool, dim lighting would flatten it.
Does this floor work with indoor plants?
The potted fern in this room shows Dusk off well. Its warm greige and natural knotting make an easy backdrop for green foliage, and leafy or trailing plants look right at home against the weathered boards. A couple of plants add to the fresh, lived-in feel without any color clash.

Explore More Colors in the Paradigm Flooring

SS

Written by
Sergey Stotskiy

Managing Partner, Kapriz Hardwood Floors · Licensed California C-15 Flooring Contractor #875369 (active since 2006) · Established 2003