Milky Way Light Grey Waterproof SPC | Vellichor Floors

Neutral-toned waterproof flooring in pale whitewashed grey with a soft silvered cast. Milky Way from Vellichor Floors — 7.5mm, 20 mil wear.
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Vellichor Floors Brand
Galaxy Collection Collection
SPC Flooring Type
7.5mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Milky Way?

Milky Way is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor built around a pale whitewashed grey color, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a durable, easy-care 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 surface is topped by a 20 mil wear layer — measuring about 0.50 mm — recommended for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, so you get 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?

Office chair wheels, spike-heel point loads, and dragged furniture all concentrate force. Milky Way's 20 mil wear layer plus 7.5mm rigid SPC core manages this better than laminate — SPC resists crush-indent where laminate high-density fiberboard would dent permanently.

What does the plank surface look like?

Each Milky Way plank shows a long, flowing grain with a hazy, softly blurred figure and gentle muted waves rather than sharp lines. Short dark mineral dashes are flecked across a cloudy, pale field, and there are no knots, so the look stays understated and even from board to board. The 9-by-60-inch plank wears a 20 mil layer over the print, and a 1.5mm IXPE acoustic pad is attached underneath to cushion footsteps and quiet the room.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

The 1.5mm IXPE acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Milky Way 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 — Milky Way carries FloorScore, GREENGUARD Gold, CARB Phase 2, Zero Formaldehyde, EPA TSCA Title VI, Lacey Act, FSC certifications, independently tested for low chemical emissions. That matters most for households with allergies, asthma, or young children.

Will this color work in my room?

This pale silvered grey is one of the easier floors to place, because a light neutral reflects light instead of absorbing it and makes a space feel larger and brighter. Milky Way leans cool but stays soft, so it pairs comfortably with white trim, natural wood-tone furniture and almost any accent you bring in. In a smaller or north-facing room it helps you keep what daylight you have, and in a bright room it keeps everything feeling open and uncluttered.

Price & availability?

This floor is not stocked in our warehouse and is ordered for your project. Contact us at (408) 753-3220 by call or text for the current lead time and a quote. Choose nationwide shipping, local Bay Area delivery, or showroom pickup. Verified trade professionals qualify for trade pricing. Let us know how we can help with your project.

Overview

Milky Way is a pale whitewashed grey with a soft silvered cast, a light neutral that keeps a room feeling open and bright. Its long flowing grain stays hazy and soft, with short dark mineral dashes scattered across a cloudy field and no knots to interrupt it, so the surface reads quiet and almost weathered. In the photographed scandinavian playroom, Milky Way runs wall to wall under bright daylight while a house-frame daybed, a white bookshelf and a scatter of toys sit easily on the cool, even floor. The plank is a wood-look print over a waterproof SPC stone core, 9 by 60 inches and 7.5mm in the Galaxy Collection, with a 20 mil wear layer that resists the daily traffic of a busy family space. Spills wipe up and scuffs rub out, which is what makes this pale silvered floor practical for a bright room that gets used hard.

A pale, silvered grey that brings the daylight forward, calm enough to disappear under a room full of toys and durable enough to take the wear.

Specifications

SKU VC-601
Brand Vellichor Floors
Collection Galaxy Collection
Color Milky Way
Plank size 9 inches wide × 60 inches long
Thickness 7.5mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Locking system Angle-tap click (floating)
Underlayment 1.5mm IXPE acoustic underlayment
SF per carton 22.44 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty Lifetime Residential / 12 Years Light Commercial
Certifications FloorScore, GREENGUARD Gold, CARB Phase 2, Zero Formaldehyde, EPA TSCA Title VI, Lacey Act, FSC

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
Installed across the photographed scandinavian playroom, Milky Way reads as a soft, even sheet of pale silvered grey under bright daylight. The hazy grain keeps the floor calm, so the busier elements in the room, a house-frame daybed, a white bookshelf, a geometric pendant trio and a spill of teddy bears and toys, stand out against it without competing. Wall to wall, the light tone makes the space feel bigger and brighter, and the absence of knots or strong figure means the eye reads Milky Way as one continuous, restful surface.
Will it match my cabinets?
Milky Way is an easy match for cabinetry because a pale, neutral grey does not fight a finish. Against the room's white shelving it reads crisp and seamless, and the same pale tone would sit just as comfortably beneath warm wood-tone cabinets, soft greys or a painted color like sage or navy. If your cabinets are dark, this light floor gives a clean contrast, and if they are light, the whole room reads bright and airy.
Will it still look this bright in a windowless basement?
In a windowless basement or a low-light room, Milky Way works in your favor, because its pale, silvered base bounces whatever artificial light you give it rather than soaking it up, so the room stays brighter than a darker floor would leave it. Under warm bulbs the grey can pick up a faint cream cast, while cooler LED light keeps it crisp and clean. Either way Milky Way stays light and open, which makes this pale tone a dependable choice for a basement you want to feel less closed-in.
Does this floor work with indoor plants?
Yes, a pale silvered grey is a natural partner for greenery. Against Milky Way's soft, light surface, the green of a houseplant reads vivid and fresh, much the way the room's cactus art plays off the cool floor. The neutral tone never competes with foliage, so you can group as many plants as you like and Milky Way stays a quiet backdrop for them.

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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