Midway Oak Rustic Waterproof WPC | COREtec Floors

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in warm mid-brown with a reddish amber cast. Midway Oak from COREtec Floors — 8mm, 20 mil wear. Available at Kapriz Santa Clara.
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Multi-tone/Rustic Color Tone
8mm+ Thickness
7 inches + Width
Wpc Flooring Type
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Midway Oak?

Midway Oak is a rigid, wood-look WPC floor in a warm mid-brown tone, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a durable, easy-care finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. The rigid core stands up to everyday surface water — spills, mop water, pet accidents — without swelling or delaminating when wiped up promptly. It won't substitute for fixing a standing leak; dry the floor and the source quickly. Not approved for outdoor installation; keep the subfloor dry before and during install.

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

Every plank is finished with a 20 mil wear layer — approximately 0.51 mm — appropriate for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, giving you 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?

Minor scratches on Midway Oak stay low-visibility — faint surface marks rather than the bright white scuff lines a glossy floor shows. The 20 mil wear layer hides minor wear within the printed grain pattern — low visibility, not just high durability.

What does the plank surface look like?

Up close, the Midway Oak plank surface shows a bold cathedral pattern, those wide, arching grain peaks, running the length of each board. Dark knots sit at a moderate spacing in a medium size, and long mineral streaks follow the grain lines, the kind of natural marking a rustic plank shows. No two boards look alike; the board-to-board variation means the knots and figure shift as you move across the floor. Because the surface is printed, that rustic character stays crisp underfoot and easy to keep clean.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

The attached acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Midway Oak 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 — Midway Oak carries GREENGUARD Gold 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 cool overhead light and the midday sun from many windows, the reddish amber in Midway Oak lifts rather than washing out, and the daylight pulls the amber forward and keeps the mid-brown clear and lively. In a bright, window-filled room the color reads warm and open at midday; with less daylight in the evening, the same brown reads deeper and quieter. Set against soft white walls, Midway Oak stays warm without tipping into orange, which makes it an easy match for a kitchen that leans cool and clean.

Price & availability?

This flooring is supplied on a special-order basis. 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. We offer trade pricing to verified contractors, designers, and architects. Reach out anytime with questions about your project.

Overview

Look closely at Midway Oak and the reddish amber runs right through the mid-brown, giving the color a warmth that shifts from board to board rather than sitting flat. A strong cathedral figure sweeps down each plank, broken up by dark knots and long mineral streaks that trace the grain. That board-to-board variation keeps a wide floor from reading uniform, so a run of Midway Oak looks gathered rather than repeated. It suits a modern kitchen, where the amber tone plays off cool cabinetry and metal without competing for attention. The surface is a wood-grain print, so that open, cathedral grain stays put while the plank underneath is built for the spills and traffic a kitchen sees.

Reddish amber warmth in a crisp, window-bright modern kitchen.

Specifications

SKU VV024-00716
Brand COREtec Floors
Collection COREtec Originals Classics
Color Midway Oak
Flooring Type WPC
Plank size 7 inches wide × 48 inches long
Thickness 8mm
Wear layer 20 mil
SF per carton 38.03 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty Lifetime Residential / 10 Years Medium Commercial
Certifications GREENGUARD Gold

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
Installed, Midway Oak runs through a modern kitchen lined with glossy white cabinetry and a built-in wall oven, with a stainless range hood as the focal point above the counter. The warm amber floor sits below all that white and stainless steel, so the space reads bright and clean while the floor keeps it from feeling cold. Cookware and dishware on the counters match the room's crisp, functional look, and the reddish-brown planks give the whole space a warm, lived-in feel underfoot.
Will it match my cabinets?
In the photo the kitchen pairs Midway Oak with glossy white cabinets, and it's an easy match, since the crisp white keeps the reddish amber floor looking warm and intentional rather than heavy. If your own cabinets are white or off-white, this floor gives them a warm counterpoint, and against soft white walls the pairing stays gentle rather than stark. Darker or wood-tone cabinets would work too, since the mid-brown has enough depth to meet them without getting lost.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
Midway Oak was photographed in a bright kitchen with many windows and cool overhead light, where the reddish amber reads clear and lively. In a windowless basement or a low-light room, the mid-brown will deepen, and the amber warmth still comes through, but the floor goes richer and quieter with little daylight on it. Warm-toned bulbs bring the red forward again, so if you want the brighter look the photo shows, add some warm overhead light to stand in for the windows.

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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