Galveston Oak VV017-01002 SPC 5mm 7-inch | COREtec Pro Classics

Neutral-toned waterproof flooring in soft medium-grey with a faint warm taupe note. Galveston Oak from COREtec Flooring — 5mm, 20 mil wear.
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Grey (Medium) Color Tone
SPC Flooring Type
5mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant

Quick Answer

What is Galveston Oak?

Galveston Oak is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor in a soft medium-grey shade, with a heavy residential, light-commercial-ready 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 — equivalent to 0.50 mm — built for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, providing excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. It's a common step-up in wear-layer thickness, where the extra protection starts to matter.

Will it hold up to daily life?

Kitchen stress test: dropped cutlery, pans slid from oven to counter, refrigerator casters, and dishwasher spray — Galveston Oak's 20 mil wear layer and 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 7-inch planks have a weathered straight grain with mottled weathering, fine cross-sawn striations, vertical splits, and sparse small knots, so no two boards look alike. That busy, rustic figure is practical as well as good-looking: it hides the dust and scuffs a high-traffic floor collects between cleanings. A 20-mil commercial-grade wear layer covers the printed wood-look surface.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Galveston Oak's factory-attached cork 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 — Galveston Oak carries GREENGUARD Gold 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?

As a true mid-grey neutral, Galveston Oak is one of the easiest floors to build a room around. It reads cool and modern under bright light and stays even under artificial light, so it does not shift much between a daylit room and a windowless one. It sits comfortably beneath white, black, charcoal, or chrome accents, which is why it suits both minimalist retail and pared-back homes.

Price & availability?

This floor is a special-order item, ordered as needed. Call or text (408) 753-3220 to verify the current lead time and get a quote. Your order can be shipped nationwide, delivered throughout the Bay Area, or picked up from our showroom. Verified contractors, designers, and architects are eligible for trade pricing. We'll be glad to help you get started.

Overview

Galveston Oak is a muted medium-grey, a touch cooler and more neutral than driftwood, with only a faint warm taupe cast to soften it. The 7-inch planks wear a weathered straight grain with mottled, cross-sawn striations and the odd split, the kind of rustic character that disguises scuffs and footprints. Built on a waterproof SPC core under a 20-mil commercial-grade wear layer, Galveston Oak is suitable for heavy residential and light-commercial use, which makes it as comfortable in a busy entryway as in a family living room.

A cool, neutral medium-grey tough enough for a busy entryway and quiet enough for a living room.

Specifications

SKU VV017-01002
Brand COREtec Flooring
Collection COREtec Pro Classics
Color Galveston Oak
Plank size 7.2 inches wide × 48 inches long
Thickness 5mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Edge profile Micro Bevel
Locking system Angle-tap / drop-lock floating click
Underlayment Attached cork underlayment
SF per carton 28.84 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty 30-Year Residential Limited (manufacturing defects + residential wear-through); structural & petproof for the lifetime of ownership; 15-Year Heavy Commercial
Certifications GREENGUARD Gold

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
In the photographed boutique, Galveston Oak stretches across the sales floor in a cool, even medium-grey that lets the merchandise and a chartreuse-cardigan display take center stage. The mottled, weathered grain reads as understated texture from standing height and keeps the large open floor from looking flat. It is a backdrop floor in the best sense: modern, neutral, and unbothered by foot traffic.
Will it match my cabinets?
Galveston Oak is forgiving with cabinetry because it is a true neutral. It frames cleanly against the white baseboards in the photo, and in a kitchen or bath it would pair just as cleanly with grey, navy, or black cabinets. With warm wood-tone cabinetry, the faint taupe in the grey keeps the two from clashing.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
Galveston Oak was photographed under ambient store lighting with no windows, which tells you exactly how it behaves away from daylight: it stays a steady, cool medium-grey instead of going murky. That makes it a dependable choice for a basement office, a windowless retail bay, or an interior hallway, and the waterproof SPC core clears it for below-grade installation.

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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