Lanikai Ebony Waterproof WPC | Paradigm Flooring
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What is Lanikai?
Lanikai is a rigid, wood-look WPC floor in an inky espresso shade, with a durable, heavy-traffic wear layer for a low-maintenance, practical finish.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. Stable against concrete-slab humidity and seasonal moisture variation, so Lanikai suits below-grade rooms once the slab passes a moisture test; clean up standing water promptly. Not approved for outdoor installation.
How durable is it, and what traffic can it take?
Lanikai has a 20 mil wear layer — about 0.51 mm — made for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, delivering 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?
At 20 mil, Lanikai's wear layer sits on the thicker end for residential flooring, which is why it stands up well to heavy day-to-day use. The 8mm construction gives it a solid, stable feel underfoot in busy rooms.
What does the plank surface look like?
Up close, Lanikai has a tight, straight grain with a quiet vertical figure that runs uninterrupted down each board. There are no knots and only faint fissure lines, so the surface is clean and consistent from plank to plank, a refined minimal look instead of a rustic one. That evenness is what gives the near-black its sleek, almost stone-like read. It is a wood-look print over a rigid core, finished to take everyday wear in a busy living room.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
The 1mm IXPE acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Lanikai 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 — Lanikai 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?
Lanikai is a deep near-black, and its drama depends on your light. Under the soft ambient daylight of the photographed living room, the faint warm brown keeps it from going flat and the even color reads as sleek rather than harsh. In a bright, window-filled room it lifts just enough to show its espresso depth; in a dim or north-facing space it goes almost fully black, which is where its luxe, moody character is strongest. Against warm-white or ivory walls it delivers maximum contrast, so the floor becomes the defining tone of the palette.
Price & availability?
This floor is not stocked in our warehouse and is ordered for your project. Call or text (408) 753-3220 for the current lead time and a quote. We offer nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or showroom pickup. If you're a verified contractor, designer, or architect, ask about our trade pricing. We're happy to help you plan your order.
Overview
Lanikai is a near-black espresso with only a faint warm brown in its depth, so it reads as a deep, remarkably even dark floor. Its grain is tight and straight, running as a long, quiet vertical figure down the full length of each plank with almost no knots or interruption, a clean uniform face that suits a polished modern room. In the photographed living room it delivers the drama of a dark floor under soft ambient daylight, setting off a cream sofa, a white marble coffee table, and pale millwork. Lanikai suits living rooms, entryways, and formal spaces where you want a dramatic, luxe dark floor with a smooth contemporary grain.
A clean, near-black espresso with a smooth vertical grain, built for dramatic modern rooms.
Specifications
| SKU | PI20028 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Paradigm Flooring |
| Collection | Paradigm Insignia 20MIL |
| Color | Lanikai |
| 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 |