Serendipity SPC Flooring 9-in Wide San Antonio 401 Ceramic Bead Finish
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What is San Antonio 401?
San Antonio 401 is a soft medium beige with a warm greige cast, leaning neutral and warm rather than yellow or gray. The wood-look print shows an open cathedral grain with a restrained, mostly straight figure, so the floor reads calm and consistent across a room. It is a wood-look print over an SPC stone-polymer core, which is what lets San Antonio 401 stay waterproof and keep its color under daily use.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. Designed for bathroom reality: shower splash, toilet overflow, daily wet feet, towel drops. Outdoor installation is not approved.
Will it hold up to daily life?
Kitchen stress test: dropped cutlery, pans slid from oven to counter, refrigerator casters, and dishwasher spray — San Antonio 401's 20 mil wear layer and Ceramic Bead finish handle the spills, dropped pots, and dragged stools of daily kitchen use, and wipe clean with a pH-neutral cleaner.
What does the plank surface look like?
The plank surface shows a smooth printed wood-look grain with subtle mineral lines running along the figure and a few fine pin knots scattered sparsely across the boards. Board-to-board variation is restrained, so San Antonio 401 looks orderly rather than rustic. The Ceramic Bead finish adds scratch and scuff resistance, and a Larger Micro Bevel edge gives each 9-inch by 60-inch plank a defined seam without exaggerating it.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. San Antonio 401's factory-attached 1.5mm IXPE antimicrobial 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 — San Antonio 401 is GREENGUARD Gold, FloorScore certified, independently tested for low chemical emissions. That matters most for households with allergies, asthma, or young children.
Will this color work in my room?
San Antonio 401 reads as a warm, balanced greige that works in most rooms because it commits to neither a cool gray nor a strong yellow. In bright daylight the beige warms slightly and stays even; in lower light it keeps its neutral character without going muddy. That middle tone is why it suits open-plan spaces, where one floor has to agree with several wall colors and cabinet finishes at once.
Price range?
Material cost: $2 to $3 per square foot. Installation is separately quoted by your flooring contractor — Kapriz refers vetted licensed pros. Plus CA sales tax. Trade pricing for San Antonio 401 and full catalog available for contractors, designers, architects.
Overview
San Antonio 401 is a soft medium beige with a warm greige cast, a neutral wood-look print that suits a busy, open-plan kitchen. The open cathedral grain stays restrained and mostly straight, with subtle mineral lines running along the figure and board-to-board variation that reads quiet rather than busy. Under bright midday daylight the warm greige tone stays even across the floor, pairing with white and warm walnut-toned cabinetry without fighting either one. Built on an SPC stone-polymer core with a minimum 60% stone content and finished with a 20 mil wear layer, San Antonio 401 stands up to the daily traffic of a working kitchen, and at 100% waterproof it takes spills and mopping in stride. The 9-inch by 60-inch planks click together with a Uniclic locking system over a factory-attached 1.5mm IXPE acoustic pad that cushions each step.
A warm, neutral greige that works as hard as the kitchen it sits in.
Specifications
| SKU | 401 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Serendipity Collection Floors |
| Collection | 6MM SPC SERIES |
| Color | San Antonio 401 |
| Plank size | 9 inches wide × 60 inches long |
| Thickness | 6mm |
| Wear layer | 20 mil |
| Edge profile | Larger Micro Bevel |
| Finish | Ceramic Bead |
| Locking system | Uniclic |
| SF per carton | 26.3 sq ft |
| Installation grade | Above, On, Below grade |
| Waterproof | Yes — 100% |
| Warranty | 50 Years Residential / 10 Years Light Commercial |
| Certifications | GreenGuard Gold, FloorScore |
Installation
San Antonio 401's manufacturer installation specifications. Care follows in its own section.
Installation method
Acclimate the planks 24 to 48 hours in a climate-controlled job site before installation. Store cartons flat (never on edge), no more than 5 boxes high, to protect the locking system. These planks are a floating floor and should not be glued or nailed to the substrate; they are for indoor use only. Leave a minimum 5/16-inch expansion space around the perimeter and all vertical objects. Stagger end joints a minimum of 8 inches from row to row. Pull alternate planks from at least 5 boxes to blend natural color and texture variation. Do not install cabinets on top of the planks.
Climate & humidity
Maintain a room temperature of 65F to 85F for at least 48 hours before, during, and after installation. Post-installation flooring temperature must be maintained between 65F and 100F.
Subfloor flatness & prep
A wood subfloor must be smooth, flat, and free of movement; if joist spacing exceeds 19.2 inches on center, a minimum 3/4-inch total subfloor thickness is required. May be installed over on-, above-, or below-grade concrete; a new concrete slab must cure at least 90 days. May be installed over most smooth, single-layer, uncushioned hard-surface floors; do not install over carpet or cushioned-back resilient flooring.
Moisture testing
Concrete moisture vapor transmission must not exceed 8 lbs/1000 sq ft/24 hours (ASTM F-1869); internal relative humidity must not exceed 85% (ASTM F-2170). In crawl spaces, keep exposed earth 100% covered with a minimum 6-8 mil black polyethylene vapor barrier, joints overlapped and sealed.
Radiant heat compatibility
Can be installed over embedded radiant-heated subfloors; the maximum subfloor surface temperature over radiant heat is 85F; run radiant heat 21 days before, off 24 hours before and after, then raise gradually over 7 days.
Care & maintenance
Keeping San Antonio 401 looking its best takes very little — the manufacturer care guidance is below.
Climate & humidity
Maintain interior relative humidity between 30% and 50% year-round. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight; use drapes or blinds during peak hours, as continuous indoor temperatures over 95F with strong sunlight can damage the floor.
Daily maintenance
Sweep or vacuum regularly with the beater bar turned off. Wipe spills with clean water and a damp (not wet) mop, then dry-mop off surplus water so residual water evaporates within one minute. Use only cleaners recommended for vinyl flooring; do not use polishes, waxes, or abrasive or ammonia-based cleaners. These planks are waterproof; after flooding, remove the water promptly and run a dehumidifier to return moisture to normal levels. Remove stubborn scuff marks with a tennis ball or pencil eraser, rubbing gently in the long direction of the plank.
Pets & claws
Keep pet nails clipped, as claws can scratch the finish; place a mat between a pet water dish and the floor.
Furniture protection
Use only rugs with a natural felt backing; rubber or abrasive backings can damage or discolor the floor. Use felt protectors under furniture legs; slide a 1/8-inch Masonite sheet under heavy appliances when moving them; caster chairs need wide rubber casters over a non-staining mat.
Frequently asked questions
How do I estimate how much flooring I need?
Pro tip: don't return extras after install — colors can shift slightly between production runs. If you need 5 replacement planks in 2 years, your only exact match is the stock you kept. Bring floor-plan dimensions into the showroom and our staff will walk through the calculation with you.
Can I install SPC myself?
Most common case: DIY is allowed, but install mistakes (missed expansion gap, bad subfloor prep, wrong stagger, skipped moisture barrier) void that portion of coverage. Material defects from the manufacturer remain covered.
A few brands go further — their warranty requires "professional installation by a licensed contractor" as a coverage condition, so any DIY = warranty void even without mistakes. Check your brand's warranty language before deciding.
Pro tip: when a claim is filed, the manufacturer sends a licensed flooring inspector. DIY that followed manufacturer spec to the letter passes inspection; DIY that cut corners won't. We recommend: price out a licensed contractor quote first, read your warranty carefully, and decide based on your comfort with the procedure — not just labor savings.
Will it work in my basement?
Layer 1 — concrete moisture epoxy applied directly to the slab (manufacturer-approved liquid-applied membrane). Reduces vapor transmission well below the 8 lbs/1000sqft/24hr ceiling most SPC products tolerate (measured per ASTM F1869).
Layer 2 — 6-mil polyethylene sheeting on the cured epoxy. The epoxy resists normal slab conditions; the plastic above is insurance against slab cracks from settling or seismic movement (common in older Bay Area homes built on fill). If the slab cracks in year 12, the plastic stops moisture before it reaches your SPC.
Cost: $600-1,100 for a typical basement vs $50-100 for plastic alone. For a floor lasting 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?
A genuine hardwood investment means solid hardwood, or engineered hardwood with 3mm+ veneer. That veneer thickness is the threshold where the floor becomes refinishable (2-3 refinishes over 50+ years, updated stain colors as trends shift). Appraisers factor genuine hardwood into home value; they don't factor SPC.
Caveat: budget engineered hardwood with 1-2mm veneer shares SPC's non-refinishable, 20-25 year practical life — but unlike SPC it is not waterproof, and unlike genuine hardwood with a 3mm+ veneer it cannot be refinished, so SPC stays the better pick for kitchens, baths, and basements. If you're paying hardwood prices, verify the veneer spec. Kapriz carries both categories; the right choice depends on your rooms and refinishing expectations.
Do you offer samples I can take home?
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What's your return policy?
Defective products are Kapriz's problem, not yours — manufacturing defects, wrong product, or transit damage documented on the delivery receipt all get free replacement or refund. Note any visible damage on the receipt before the driver leaves.
Why returns aren't standard: reverse logistics on a flooring pallet runs $300–800 with damage risk Kapriz absorbs.
Written exceptions (rare): 25% restocking fee + customer pays freight. Opened cartons, custom orders, and discontinued runs are never eligible.
Pro tip: unsure how San Antonio 401 will look in your home? Call us — sample loan available (confirm San Antonio 401 is in showroom; inventory rotates).