Hanalei Dark Brown Waterproof WPC | Paradigm Flooring

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in rich brown with soft greige overtones. Hanalei from Paradigm Flooring — 8mm, 20 mil wear. Available at Kapriz Santa Clara.
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Paradigm Flooring Brand
Paradigm Insignia 20MIL Collection
Dark Brown Color Tone
8mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Hanalei?

Hanalei is a wood-look WPC floor in a rich brown shade, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a durable, easy-care finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Hanalei handles pet accidents, water-bowl spills, and tracked-in mud wiped up promptly without swelling. Clean up standing water quickly. Not approved for outdoor installation.

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

Hanalei features a 20 mil wear layer — about 0.51 mm — appropriate 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?

Hanalei's 20 mil wear layer and finish resist scratching and scuffing over years of use. It wipes clean with a vinyl-safe cleaner and a damp mop, and keeps the printed grain reading consistent across the floor.

What does the plank surface look like?

A Hanalei plank is richly characterful, with open cathedral arches, clustered dark knots, mineral streaking, and weathered marks scattered across the board. There is a lot to look at up close, yet the greige undertone keeps it from feeling heavy, and the printed surface sits over a rigid core. Board to board the knots and streaks vary, so a floor reads lively and hand-picked rather than uniform.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Hanalei's factory-attached 1mm IXPE 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 — Hanalei 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 bright, even light of the photographed room, Hanalei's greige cast keeps the brown from turning too warm, so it reads as a balanced brown-grey rather than a red or golden floor. That cooler undertone is what lets it pair so cleanly with white paneling and with teal and cognac accents. In lower or warmer light the brown comes forward and the greige recedes, giving the same floor a slightly cozier read after dark.

Price & availability?

This floor is not stocked in our warehouse and is ordered for your project. Call or text (408) 753-3220 to confirm today's lead time and request a quote. We can arrange nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or pickup. Trade pricing and trade accounts are available to verified contractors, designers, and architects. We're here to help you choose the right flooring.

Overview

Hanalei stands apart with a soft greige cast over a deep warm brown, a shade that stays balanced between brown and grey instead of leaning fully warm. Open cathedral grain runs through it with prominent clustered knots, mineral streaking, and weathered character marks that give the surface real presence. In a formal but relaxed living room it brings crisp, refined character underfoot, and the factory-attached acoustic pad cushions each step so a large room stays quiet. Hanalei suits the traditional home that wants a dark floor with visible character and a cooler, more current undertone than a plain warm brown.

A deep warm brown with a soft greige cast and bold clustered knots, Hanalei is character with a cool edge.

Specifications

SKU PI20027
Brand Paradigm Flooring
Collection Paradigm Insignia 20MIL
Color Hanalei
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 photographed living room, Hanalei runs beneath a tufted white Chesterfield sofa and a wingback chair, dressed with teal and cognac pillows, twin lamps, and framed coastal art against white paneling. The greige-brown floor and the crisp white upholstery read fresh and traditional at once, while the cognac and teal pick up the warmth in the boards. It is a floor that makes a formal room feel current instead of stuffy.
Will it match my cabinets?
Hanalei sits comfortably against the white paneling and trim it was photographed with, the greige-brown warming bright millwork without the hard contrast a pure-black floor would create. Its cooler undertone also flatters grey or greige cabinetry, reading as a natural tonal step down. Against a warm wood-tone built-in the brown side of the floor comes through, tying the two together.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
Away from daylight, Hanalei's balanced brown-grey holds up well; the greige cast keeps it from muddying the way a purely warm brown can under artificial light. In a windowless den, warm bulbs bring the brown forward while the greige keeps things from going flat. The prominent grain and knots stay legible under lamps, so the floor keeps its character in any light.

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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