Oriole Medium Brown Waterproof SPC | Paradigm Flooring
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What is Oriole?
Oriole is a wood-look SPC floor in a greyed brown shade, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a low-maintenance, practical finish.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. Unlike engineered hardwood or laminate, surface spills don't soak in, and the rigid core won't cup or buckle. Wipe up spills and pet accidents promptly and don't leave standing water. Not approved for outdoor installation.
How durable is it, and what traffic can it take?
The construction includes a 20 mil wear layer — measuring about 0.51 mm — built for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, providing 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?
What 20 mil typically means in real homes: many years of everyday household use without visible wear-through. Oriole in heavy-traffic zones (kitchen, entry) works hardest and shows the first signs soonest; quieter rooms like bedrooms keep their look longest.
What does the plank surface look like?
The Oriole plank has a quiet, unusual figure: open flowing grain resolves into swirling oval eyes with dark knot centers, softened by fine mineral streaking. Board-to-board variation is pronounced, so the greyed surface shifts subtly between boards. The small knots give it just enough character to stay interesting without breaking the floor's calm.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Oriole'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 — Oriole 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?
In the soft morning light of a forest-facing room, Oriole reads calm and cool; the greyed brown holds its charcoal edge rather than warming, giving the floor a serene, restful depth. That coolness is the point in a bedroom, quieting the room and pairing with muted, natural tones instead of brightening them. As the day warms the light Oriole shows a little more brown, and by evening lamp-light it deepens back toward charcoal.
Price & availability?
This floor is placed on order for your project. Contact us by call or text at (408) 753-3220 for the current lead time and a quote. Your order can be shipped nationwide, delivered throughout the Bay Area, or picked up from our showroom. Trade pricing is available for verified contractors, designers, and architects. Our team is ready to help you move forward.
Overview
Oriole is a greyed brown with a cool slate edge, a moody low-key neutral rather than a warm brown. Its grain is distinctive: soft cathedral figure opens into swirling oval eyes with dark centers, threaded with fine mineral streaking. That quiet drama makes Oriole a natural for a bedroom, where a deeper, calming floor helps a room feel like a retreat. Wide 9-inch planks let the oval figure drift across a serene space, and the greyed, cool cast pairs easily with charcoal textiles and natural wood-tone accents. Its wood-look surface covers a waterproof rigid core, so even a restful room gets a floor that shrugs off real life.
A greyed brown with slate depth and swirling oval grain, a moody serene floor for a bedroom retreat.
Specifications
| SKU | PPPSPC2013 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Paradigm Flooring |
| Collection | Paradigm Performer PLUS |
| Color | Oriole |
| 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 |