Imperial Red Light Brown Waterproof SPC | Republic Floor
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What is Imperial Red?
Imperial Red is a wood-look SPC floor built around a warm olive-tan brown color, with a durable, heavy-traffic wear layer for a low-maintenance, practical 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?
The construction includes a 20 mil wear layer — approximately 0.51 mm — intended for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, offering excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. It sits at the thicker, harder-wearing end of the range.
Will it hold up to daily life?
Office chair wheels, spike-heel point loads, and dragged furniture all concentrate force. Protect Imperial Red's 20 mil wear layer with soft casters (Type W or U), a chair mat in high-use areas, and felt pads under furniture legs — the manufacturer's recommended precautions for keeping a rigid SPC core dent-free.
What does the plank surface look like?
Up close, Imperial Red shows a flowing cathedral figure -- long arches that open wide and run nearly the full length of each plank. Fine ribbon striping threads through those arches, with a few pin-sized knots scattered thin and only gentle change from one board to the next. The printed surface stays crisp and even from plank to plank, reading like clean, quiet grain rather than heavy rustic character.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
The EVA acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Imperial Red 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?
Under bright, window-lit daylight, Imperial Red lifts to a soft golden warmth and its olive cast eases into a clean tan. It stays warm and clean, with none of the red or brassy edge some tans take on, so it pairs with cool glass and metal as easily as with warmer wood-tone furniture. In lower light it deepens a shade and keeps its color rather than graying out.
Price & availability?
This floor is available by special order. For today's lead time and a quote, call or text (408) 753-3220. We can arrange nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or pickup. Verified trade accounts for contractors, designers, and architects come with trade pricing. Our team is ready to help you move forward.
Overview
A muted olive cast runs through the warm tan-brown of Imperial Red, keeping the color even from board to board rather than shifting light-to-dark. Long cathedral arches sweep the length of each plank, threaded with fine ribbon striping and the occasional pin-sized knot. In an open-plan office it reads calm and professional, warming rows of desks and glass partitions without pulling attention off the work. It suits busy shared floors -- offices, entries, and open living areas -- where you want warmth that stays quiet.
A warm, even olive-tan that keeps a glass-and-monitor office feeling human.
Specifications
| Brand | Republic Floor |
|---|---|
| Collection | Summer Lake Collection |
| Color | Imperial Red |
| Flooring Type | SPC |
| Plank size | 7.2 inches wide × 48 inches long |
| Thickness | 5mm |
| Wear layer | 20 mil |
| Locking system | Angle-drop click-lock |
| Underlayment | Attached acoustic EVA underlayment |
| SF per carton | 24.04 sq ft |
| Installation grade | Above, On, Below grade |
| Waterproof | Yes — 100% |
| Warranty | 25 Years Residential / 10 Years Commercial. Covers manufacturing defects, wear-through, and staining under normal use. |
| Certifications | FloorScore |