Medieval Floors Super SPC Collection Martigues SPC 10mm
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Warm greige with subtle wood grain character · 100% waterproof · Super SPC Collection
FloorScore
Low-VOC indoor air quality certified
GreenGuard Gold
Stricter indoor air quality standard
100% Waterproof
SPC rigid core, dimensionally stable
30 mil commercial wear layer
Engineered for high-traffic commercial
What is Martigues?
10mm total thickness with a 30 mil wear layer. It is Medieval Floors's Super SPC Collection take on a neutral grey-toned, built on a rigid SPC core.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. Spills, mop water, pet accidents, even minor flooding won't damage Martigues's 8mm SPC core with attached anti-microbial acoustic IXPE layer. Rated for every room including below-grade basements.
Best rooms?
Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, mudrooms, and any room where moisture is a concern. Martigues's 30 mil wear layer and anti-microbial acoustic IXPE pad also make it excellent for offices with rolling chairs and family rooms with kids and pets.
Who's it best for?
Anyone balancing performance and budget — Martigues's 30 mil commercial-grade wear layer at $4 to $5/sqft is residential pricing with commercial-grade protection. Popular with pet owners, families, and rental managers drawn to the smooth.
How thick is it?
rigid SPC core, plus an attached 2mm anti-microbial acoustic IXPE underlayment — total plank measures 10mm.
Price range?
Martigues runs $4 to $5 per square foot. Plus applicable tax. For exact pricing on your specific quantity and delivery of Medieval Floors Super SPC Collection, call or text (408) 753-3220.
Sergey Stotskiy
Overview
Warm greige with subtle wood grain character defines Martigues — a floor that reads as calm, considered, and effortlessly balanced. 9-inch by 60-inch planks float over most subfloors using an angle-tap click system with no adhesive and no acclimation wait, engineered for the 30 mil of stability serious floors demand. The 100% waterproof SPC core stands up to spills, humidity, and damp subfloors — safe for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements. Available now at Kapriz Hardwood Floors in Santa Clara.
Specifications
| Brand | Medieval Floors |
|---|---|
| Collection | Super SPC Collection |
| Color | Martigues — Neutral tone, warm greige with subtle wood grain character |
| Plank size | 9 inches wide × 60 inches long |
| Thickness | 10mm |
| Wear layer | 30 mil |
| Surface finish | Prime Urethane with Ceramic Bead Coating |
| Edge profile | Micro-Bevel |
| Locking system | Uniclic glueless floating click |
| Unique planks | varied |
| SF per carton | 15.0 sq ft |
| Installation | Floating click (glueless) |
| Installation grade | Above, On, Below grade |
| Waterproof | Yes — 100% |
| Warranty | Lifetime Limited Residential / 15-Year Limited Commercial |
| Certifications | FloorScore + GreenGuard Gold certified |
Martigues: features and build quality
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Warm greige with subtle wood grain character — versatile across design styles. The grey (medium) tone pairs well with traditional or contemporary cabinetry. The Prime Urethane with Ceramic Bead Coating surface and character variation give Martigues authentic depth — it reads as real wood, not printed imitation.
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10mm total construction — premium SPC feel. Rigid SPC core plus attached acoustic pad delivers 10mm total plank thickness. Dramatically firmer and quieter underfoot than thinner SPC. 100% waterproof — safe for every room including kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and laundry rooms.
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30 mil wear layer with matte finish. The 30 mil commercial-grade wear layer handles pet claws, chair legs, dropped dishes, and heavy daily traffic. Extra scratch resistance matters in kitchens, entryways, and pet households.
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Pre-attached 2mm anti-microbial acoustic IXPE underlayment. No separate underlayment purchase, no pad decisions. The attached pad is required for the waterproof warranty — other pads void structural integrity coverage. Dampens footfall noise throughout the home.
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Prime Urethane with Ceramic Bead Coating surface with Micro-Bevel edges. Texture follows the printed grain exactly, creating visual depth that reads as real sawn wood up close. Defined plank edges without overly-wide grooves that trap dirt.
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Uniclic glueless floating click — above, on, or below grade. Installs over wood, concrete, or existing hard flooring. No adhesive, no acclimation wait, DIY-friendly with a tapping block. Martigues's Uniclic glueless floating click system plus 10mm rigid build works above, on, and below grade — basement to second floor, no construction-type restrictions.
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Need an installer? We refer licensed pros. We're a licensed flooring retailer in Santa Clara — we refer customers to licensed contractors across the Bay Area. (Author byline at top of page covers our installer credentials so they're not repeated here.)
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Wholesale pricing — no big-box markup. Kapriz has been a Bay Area flooring specialist since 2003, and that volume earns us direct-supplier pricing from Medieval Floors that a one-time buyer can't get. We're a flooring-specialty retailer — no big-box overhead built into your per-square-foot price. What you see in our quote is what the manufacturer charges plus our margin, not five layers of distribution.
How Martigues compares
Martigues sits in Medieval Floors's Super SPC Collection line at 10mm total thickness — the thickest SPC Medieval Floors makes. Here's how it compares to the other SPC options in the Medieval Floors lineup:
| Feature | Valletta Collection (6.5mm) |
Marseille Collection (8mm) |
Martigues (Super SPC Collection, 10mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collection | Valletta Collection | Marseille Collection | Super SPC Collection |
| Total thickness | 6.5mm (incl. pad) | 8mm (incl. pad) | 10mm (incl. pad) |
| Wear layer | 20 mil | 20 mil | 30 mil |
| Underlayment | anti-microbial acoustic IXPE attached | anti-microbial acoustic IXPE attached | anti-microbial acoustic IXPE attached |
| Waterproof | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Warranty | Lifetime Residential | Lifetime Residential | Lifetime Residential |
| Price (per sq ft) | $2 to $3 | $3 to $4 | $4 to $5 |
| Best for | Whole-home residential, moderate commercial | High-traffic residential + light commercial | High-traffic residential + light commercial |
Prices are estimated ranges. Call (408) 753-3220 for exact pricing and project quotes on Martigues and comparable Medieval Floors SPC collections we special-order from our Santa Clara showroom.
Installation & care
Below are Medieval Floors's manufacturer specifications plus installer best-practice notes (author byline at top of page). Medieval Floors's warranty follows manufacturer spec; real-world installation often benefits from the extra steps below.
Acclimation
Acclimate boxes flat in the installation room for 48 hours at 65–85°F and 35–65% relative humidity before installing.
Pro tip: Run the HVAC for 48 hours before installation to stabilize room temperature and humidity. On new-construction sites especially — fresh drywall releases significant moisture for weeks after finishing, and you want that settled before the floor goes down.
Subfloor flatness
Subfloor must be flat to within 3/16 inch over 10 feet. Fill low spots and grind high points before installation.
Pro tip: Use a 6-foot straightedge and check flatness every 3 feet in a grid pattern, not just one line across the longest dimension. Small local dips are what telegraph through SPC seams over time, not the 10-foot average.
Moisture testing (concrete)
Test concrete subfloors per ASTM F1869 (≤ 5 lbs/1000 sqft/24hr CaCl) or ASTM F2170 (≤ 80% RH).
Pro tip: On concrete slabs less than 60 days old, test moisture per ASTM F2170 (in-situ probe) even if the manufacturer doesn't require it. Fresh concrete releases moisture for months. Waiting an extra week saves you from adhesive failure or trapped moisture issues down the road.
Moisture barrier (concrete subfloors)
A 6-mil polyethylene moisture barrier is required over concrete subfloors. Not required over wood subfloors that pass moisture testing.
Pro tip: 6-mil polyethylene vapor barrier over concrete is NWFA (National Wood Flooring Association) best practice — even for waterproof SPC. The core is waterproof but click-lock seams are not engineered for continuous moisture pressure from below. Unroll the poly, overlap seams 6-8 inches, seal with waterproof tape, run 2-4 inches up walls. This protects the click-lock seams and extends floor life by decades.
Underlayment (do not replace the attached pad)
No additional underlayment required — 2mm IXPE anti-microbial acoustic pad is factory-attached.
Pro tip: Two layers of pad compress unevenly under foot traffic, which causes the click-lock seams above to flex and eventually separate. The engineered anti-microbial acoustic IXPE pad is sized to the plank's flex tolerances. Leave it alone, and fix any subfloor issues below the pad rather than above.
Installation method
Floating click installation. Leave 1/4-inch expansion gap at all walls and fixed objects. Do not glue or nail.
Pro tip: The 1/4-inch expansion gap isn't negotiable — it goes at walls, cabinets, islands, pipes, pillars, door jambs, and sliding door tracks. Skip it at one wall and the floor has nowhere to expand into; you'll get buckling in the middle of the room by the second summer.
Radiant heat compatibility
Radiant heat compatible. Maximum surface temperature 80°F. Heat must rise gradually (no more than 5°F per hour during initial warm-up).
Pro tip: Manufacturer spec: Radiant heat compatible. Maximum surface temperature 80°F. Heat must rise gradually (no more than 5°F per hour during initial warm-up). Rushing the ramp-up is the #3 radiant-heat SPC warranty issue we see — edge separation from thermal shock. 5°F per day back to operating temperature is conservative but reliable. Plan for a 2-week ramp-up period, not a 2-day one.
Daily maintenance
Sweep or dry-mop regularly. Clean with a damp mop and pH-neutral cleaner. Never use wax, polish, steam mops, or abrasive cleaners.
Pro tip: pH-neutral is the keyword. Acidic cleaners (vinegar-based) and alkaline cleaners (ammonia-based) both dull the Ceramic Bead finish over months, even if they clean well short-term. Stick with a dedicated vinyl cleaner and a damp microfiber mop — wring it out before the mop hits the floor.
What to avoid
Avoid prolonged direct sunlight without UV-protective window film. Do not use rolling chairs without protective floor mats.
Pro tip: Abrasive powders, scouring pads, and 'miracle' cleaners aren't just warranty issues — they physically scratch the wear layer. Once it's scratched, you can't refinish SPC the way you can hardwood. Stick with microfiber and pH-neutral cleaners, and the floor will outlast most of its owners.
Furniture and pet protection
Use felt pads under all furniture legs. For heavy items, use wide-base coasters to distribute weight.
Pro tip: Pet claws don't usually damage a 20 mil wear layer during normal walking — but scrambling starts and stops on hardwood transitions can chip the painted bevel edges. Keep claws trimmed and use runners in hallways where pets sprint.
Frequently asked questions
How do I estimate how much flooring I need?
Pro tip: Don't shortchange the 10% buffer. If you end up with 3-5 extra cartons, keep them — don't return them. Even if you reorder the same SKU in 3 months, it'll be a different manufacturing batch with slightly different tone and grain. It won't match your existing floor. The extras are insurance against leaks, furniture damage, or cracks down the road.
Can I install SPC myself?
Pro tip: when a claim gets filed later, the manufacturer sends a licensed flooring inspector who examines the install — DIY that followed manufacturer spec to the letter can still pass inspection. DIY that cut corners won't. We don't tell customers not to DIY — we tell them: price out a licensed contractor quote first, read your brand's warranty carefully, and decide based on your comfort with the procedure, not just the labor savings.
Will Martigues work in my basement?
Layer 1 — concrete moisture epoxy applied directly to the slab (products like Koster VAP 2000 or Aquafin 2K/M). Liquid-applied membrane that chemically bonds to concrete. Rates around 25 lbs/1000sqft vapor transmission versus the 8 lbs ASTM F1869 requires.
Layer 2 — 6-mil polyethylene sheeting on top of the cured epoxy. Seems redundant, but it's not. Epoxy handles normal slab conditions permanently. The plastic sheet above is your insurance against slab cracks that develop over 20+ years from settling, seismic movement, or seasonal water-table stress — all common in Bay Area homes, especially older ones or those built on fill. If the slab cracks in year 12, the epoxy layer is compromised at that crack — but the plastic above stops the moisture before it reaches your SPC.
Total cost: $600-1,100 for a typical basement versus $50-100 for plastic alone. For a floor designed to last 20+ years in a moisture-prone slab, double protection pays for itself the first time the slab shifts.
How does SPC compare to real hardwood?
SPC is functional flooring, not an investment. It's waterproof, handles pet claws and kid spills, installs fast, costs less upfront. But it's a printed image with a wear layer on top — you can't refinish it, and when it wears out in 20-25 years, you replace the whole floor. For kitchens, bathrooms, basements, rentals, and high-traffic family homes, SPC is the right call.
Real investment = engineered hardwood with at least 3mm veneer. That's the threshold where the floor becomes refinishable — you can sand and refinish it 2-3 times over 50+ years, updating stain color as design trends shift. 4mm+ veneer pushes that to 3-5 refinishes over 75+ years. Appraisers factor genuine hardwood into home value; they don't factor SPC. If you're in a forever home, want real wood underfoot, and are willing to keep liquid away from it, engineered hardwood with 3mm+ veneer is the long-game choice.
Important caveat: engineered hardwood sold with 1-2mm veneer (common in budget lines) is functionally the same as SPC — can't be refinished, lasts 20-25 years, then replace. If you're paying hardwood prices, check the veneer spec. Under 3mm = you're paying premium for a utility product.
We carry both categories — happy to walk you through specific products in either direction. The real question is: are you buying for 20 years of waterproof durability, or for 50+ years of refinishable real wood?
Do you offer samples I can take home?
How fast can I receive my Martigues order?
What's your return policy?
Always covered at no cost to you:
• Manufacturing defects (split edges, finish issues, wrong dimensions)
• Wrong product shipped (not the SKU you ordered)
• Damage documented on the delivery receipt
Call (408) 753-3220 to report any of the above. We handle replacement or refund at no charge.
Why not returnable by default: flooring pallets are heavy, fragile, and move through multiple freight handoffs. Return shipping on a pallet runs $300–800, and the supplier may reject the condition on arrival — Kapriz carries that financial risk.
Rare written exceptions: 25% restocking fee + customer pays all freight and handling. Never eligible for opened cartons, custom orders, closeouts, or discontinued runs.
Pro tip: if you have concerns about color match or batch tone before a large order, call us at (408) 753-3220 to discuss options. We offer a refundable-deposit sample loan (call ahead to confirm the color is in the showroom — we don't permanently stock every sample) and, for large projects, a single-carton verification path with select suppliers.
Is Martigues compatible with radiant heat?
See Martigues in person
Visit our Santa Clara showroom to handle the plank, compare it to other SPC options, and ask our team anything about installation or pairing.
891 Laurelwood Rd, Suite 101
Santa Clara, CA 95054
In-store pickup · Call (408) 753-3220 for delivery options and pricing
Last updated 2026-05-02 · Martigues · Super SPC Collection · Tracked via Kapriz Hardwood Floors, Santa Clara CA.
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Rare written exceptions: 25% restocking fee + customer pays all freight and handling. Never eligible for opened cartons, custom orders, closeouts, or discontinued runs. Pro tip: if you have concerns about color match or batch tone before a large order, call us at (408) 753-3220 to discuss options. We offer a refundable-deposit sample loan (call ahead to confirm the color is in the showroom — we don't permanently stock every sample) and, for large projects, a single-carton verification path with select suppliers." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Martigues compatible with radiant heat?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Manufacturer spec: Radiant heat compatible. Maximum surface temperature 80°F. Heat must rise gradually (no more than 5°F per hour during initial warm-up). Warranty coverage on radiant-heat installations requires that the install followed those steps and that the radiant system runs within spec for the floor's lifetime. Damage from temperature exceeding spec, from skipping the two-week purge before install, or from skipping the gradual ramp-up after install is NOT covered — those are installation-related, not manufacturing defects. Keep your install invoice and the radiant system's temperature log if you want clean warranty standing." } } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://kaprizhardwoodfloors.com/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Laminate & Vinyl", "item": "https://kaprizhardwoodfloors.com/product-category/laminate-vinyl/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Vinyl Plank", "item": "https://kaprizhardwoodfloors.com/product-category/laminate-vinyl/vinyl-plank/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "SPC Flooring", "item": "https://kaprizhardwoodfloors.com/product-category/laminate-vinyl/vinyl-plank/spc-flooring/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 5, "name": "Medieval Floors", "item": "https://kaprizhardwoodfloors.com/brand/medieval-floors/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 6, "name": "Super SPC Collection", "item": "https://kaprizhardwoodfloors.com/product-category/laminate-vinyl/vinyl-plank/spc-flooring/super-spc-collection-10mm/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 7, "name": "Martigues" } ] } ] }