Otto Mare Herringbone Medium Grey Waterproof SPC | Gaia Floor
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What is Otto Mare Herringbone?
Otto Mare Herringbone is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor in a grey-taupe set shade, with a heavy residential, light-commercial-ready wear layer for a durable, easy-care finish.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. The stone-polymer 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 — measuring about 0.50 mm — well suited to heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, with 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?
Minor scratches on Otto Mare Herringbone 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?
The surface is a smooth wood-look built on open cathedral grain, with prominent figure and sweeping arcs that the herringbone set arranges into a repeating chevron. Multiple cat's-eye knots with dark centers and fine mineral streaking run through the figure, so each angled piece carries detail that reads across the whole pattern. The top is sealed with a UV-cured ceramic-bead finish that resists scratches and stains and needs no waxing.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
The IXPE antimicrobial sound-deadening acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Otto Mare Herringbone 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 — Otto Mare Herringbone carries FloorScore, GREENGUARD Gold 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?
Otto Mare Herringbone sits at a muted grey-taupe and stays neutral, neither warm nor cool, so it reads quiet and tailored. Because the shade is balanced, it pairs cleanly with warm wood-tone cabinetry, cream and charcoal walls, and metal or upholstered furniture, and the herringbone geometry adds structure without adding color. Under cool overhead light the neutral grey-taupe stays even and crisp, and the chevron pattern keeps the surface engaging even in a windowless space.
Price & availability?
This product ships as a special order. Contact us at (408) 753-3220 by call or text for the current lead time and a quote. We ship nationwide, deliver throughout the Bay Area, and offer showroom pickup. Verified trade accounts for contractors, designers, and architects come with trade pricing. Reach out anytime with questions about your project.
Overview
Otto Mare Herringbone is a muted grey-taupe with a neutral, balanced cast, a wood-look print laid over a stone-polymer core and cut for a herringbone layout. Each board carries open cathedral grain with prominent figure and sweeping arcs, multiple cat's-eye knots with dark centers, and fine mineral streaking, and the angled herringbone set turns that grain into a tight chevron pattern across the floor. The pieces click together as a glueless floating floor and wear a UV-cured ceramic-bead finish that resists scratches and stains, keeping the sleek tone of Otto Mare Herringbone consistent under daily traffic. In a contemporary entry hallway the neutral grey-taupe herringbone suits a sleek, quiet transition space, here under cool overhead light beside warm wood cabinetry, an upholstered bench, and a console vanity. That tailored, low-key character makes Otto Mare Herringbone a natural fit for an entry, a mudroom, a hallway, or any pass-through zone where you want pattern without color.
A neutral grey-taupe herringbone with crisp chevron movement that gives a contemporary entry hallway a sleek, tailored feel under overhead light.
Specifications
| SKU | GA85314AB |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gaia Floor |
| Collection | eTerra Red Series |
| Color | Otto Mare Herringbone |
| Plank size | 5.9 inches wide × 28.3 inches long |
| Thickness | 8mm |
| Wear layer | 20 mil |
| Finish | UV-cured ceramic bead (EnduraPro) |
| Locking system | Valinge 5G drop-down |
| Underlayment | IXPE antimicrobial sound-deadening pad |
| SF per carton | 13.95 sq ft |
| Installation grade | Above, On, Below grade |
| Waterproof | Yes — 100% |
| Warranty | 50 Years Residential / 10 Years Light Commercial limited warranty (prorated after the first 5 residential years). Covers manufacturing defects, the UV-cured ceramic-bead finish, and topical waterproof protection under normal use. Non-transferable; original purchaser, single-site installation. |
| Certifications | FloorScore, GREENGUARD Gold |