Kiwi Medium Beige Waterproof SPC | Paradigm Flooring

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in soft driftwood-toned medium greige. Kiwi from Paradigm Flooring — 6mm, 20 mil wear. Available at Kapriz Santa Clara.
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Medium Beige Color Tone
6mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Kiwi?

Kiwi is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor built around a soft driftwood-toned medium greige color, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a simple, carefree finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Kiwi 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?

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 runs noticeably thicker than the entry-level wear layers.

Will it hold up to daily life?

Kiwi'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?

Up close, each Kiwi plank shows a flowing cathedral figure, with wide arches sweeping down the center of the board and tighter, straighter grain along the edges. Small dark knots sit scattered and sparse across the surface, and faint mineral streaks thread through the lighter passages. Board to board, the print varies enough to avoid an obvious repeat, so a finished floor looks like natural sawn material rather than a single tile stamped over and over.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Kiwi's factory-attached 1mm 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 — Kiwi 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 midday daylight pouring through Kiwi's many windows, this greige lifts and warms, its driftwood undertone reading soft and pale rather than heavy. In a darker or north-facing room the same color deepens toward a gentle taupe. It pairs naturally with the navy-and-brass accents in the photo and works just as well with white paneling, creams, and warmer metals.

Price & availability?

This floor is ordered directly through our supplier. Call or text (408) 753-3220 to verify the current lead time and get a quote. Nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, and showroom pickup are available. Contact us to learn about trade pricing for verified contractors, designers, and architects. We're glad to help however works best for you.

Overview

Sweeping cathedral arches run the length of every Kiwi board, opening into wide figure at the plank centers and tightening toward the edges. The color is a muted medium greige with a soft driftwood undertone, warm enough to feel lived-in without turning yellow, and dark knot centers with faint mineral streaks give the surface its character. In the photographed living-dining room it reads as a calm, even base beneath tufted seating and a marble table. The printed surface sits over a rigid, fully waterproof core, so the look stays refined while the floor takes spills and steady foot traffic in stride. Kiwi suits open entertaining spaces, formal living rooms, and dining areas alike.

A driftwood-soft greige that keeps a glamorous living room feeling calm and cohesive.

Specifications

SKU PPPSPC2002
Brand Paradigm Flooring
Collection Paradigm Performer PLUS
Color Kiwi
Flooring Type SPC
Plank size 9 inches wide × 60 inches long
Thickness 6mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Edge profile Painted Bevel
Locking system Unilin Angle/Angle
Underlayment 1mm pad
SF per carton 22.38 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty Lifetime Residential / 10 Year Commercial
Certifications FloorScore

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
In the photographed room, Kiwi runs through an open living-dining space styled with a tufted sofa, upholstered chairs, and a marble dining table. A brass trumpet chandelier and a white fireplace mantel set the tone, with white florals, a bust sculpture, and a potted palm adding softness. The greige floor keeps all of that navy-and-brass glamour from feeling heavy, reading as a warm, neutral backdrop that lets the marble and metal stand out.
Will it match my cabinets?
The room pairs Kiwi with white panelled walls and cabinetry, and the match is easy: a warm greige floor gives crisp white millwork something soft to stand against without any jarring contrast. It would sit just as comfortably with off-white shaker cabinets, greige-painted islands, or warm wood-tone cabinets.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
Kiwi photographs in a bright, window-lit room, but its light greige tone also earns its keep in a windowless basement. Pale, warm floors like this bounce whatever artificial light you give them, so the space reads open rather than closed in; pair it with warm LED lighting to keep the driftwood warmth and avoid a grey, flat cast.
Does this floor work with indoor plants?
There is a potted palm in the photo, and Kiwi handles greenery well. Its warm greige tone flatters the deep green of foliage without competing, and because the surface is waterproof, the occasional drip from watering or a misjudged saucer wipes up with no worry about swelling or staining.

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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