Sand Dollar Light Grey Waterproof SPC | Gaia Floor

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in light greige tinged with quiet warm neutrality. Sand Dollar from Gaia Floor — 6.5mm, 20 mil wear.
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Gaia Floor Brand
eTerra White Series Collection
SPC Flooring Type
6.5mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is Sand Dollar?

Sand Dollar is a wood-look SPC floor built around a light greige tinged color, with a heavy residential, light-commercial-ready wear layer for a simple, carefree finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Sand Dollar handles pet accidents, water-bowl spills, and tracked-in mud wiped up promptly without swelling. Clean up standing water quickly. Not approved for outdoor installation.

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

Every plank is finished with a 20 mil wear layer — approximately 0.50 mm — ideal for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, delivering excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. That's a step above the standard-duty wear layers.

Will it hold up to daily life?

Sand Dollar's 20 mil wear layer and UV-cured ceramic bead (EnduraPro) finish resist scratching and scuffing over years of use. It wipes clean with a vinyl-safe cleaner and a damp mop, and keeps the printed grain reading consistent across the floor.

What does the plank surface look like?

The plank surface shows a quiet cathedral grain with soft subtle figure and gentle movement, the kind of pattern that suggests wood-look without shouting it. A faint mineral haze drifts across the boards and the occasional small soft knot breaks up the field, while the printed surface stays smooth and even underhand. It's a calm, low-contrast face, so a Sand Dollar floor reads as one continuous, serene expanse rather than a busy mix of planks.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Sand Dollar's factory-attached IXPE antimicrobial sound-deadening 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 — Sand Dollar 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?

Under soft daylight Sand Dollar warms gently, the pale greige picking up a little of the room's brightness while staying restful and neutral. As the light shifts through the afternoon the warmth stays consistent rather than swinging cool or yellow, so the floor reads the same composed shade morning to evening. In a darker corner it reads as a soft, even grey-beige rather than going flat, which keeps Sand Dollar easy to live with across changing light.

Price & availability?

This floor is not stocked in our warehouse and is ordered for your project. Call or text (408) 753-3220 for the latest lead time and a firm quote. We offer nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or showroom pickup. Contact us to learn about trade pricing for verified contractors, designers, and architects. Reach out anytime with questions about your project.

Overview

Sand Dollar is a pale greige wood-look floor with a soft neutral warmth that keeps it from reading cold. The wood-look print carries a quiet cathedral grain, with soft subtle figure and gentle movement across each plank rather than loud knots or heavy streaking. Look closely and you'll see a faint mineral haze drifting over the boards, one small soft knot here and there, and a smooth printed surface that stays calm underfoot and easy on the eye. The mood is elegant and airy, which makes Sand Dollar a natural fit for a formal sitting room, a light-filled living room, or any space you want to feel composed and unhurried. Underneath that quiet look sits a rigid SPC stone-polymer core for dimensional stability, a 20 mil wear layer, and a UV-cured ceramic-bead finish that resists scratches and stains, so the pale tone stays serene without feeling delicate.

Sand Dollar is a warm, pale greige that reads composed and airy, built to stay serene in a formal, light-filled room.

Specifications

SKU GA652312
Brand Gaia Floor
Collection eTerra White Series
Color Sand Dollar
Plank size 7.2 inches wide × 48 inches long
Thickness 6.5mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Finish UV-cured ceramic bead (EnduraPro)
Locking system Uniclic
Underlayment IXPE antimicrobial sound-deadening pad
SF per carton 19.23 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

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
Laid out in a transitional living room, Sand Dollar reads as a calm pale greige expanse that lets the furnishings carry the color. In one room we saw it under soft afternoon daylight with a slate-blue tufted sofa, a black leather lounge chair, and a brass coffee table set against light grey paneled walls and a white fireplace surround. The warm, neutral floor kept all of that from feeling heavy, holding a serene base while the blue, brass, and a framed triptych above the sofa did the talking. That's the role Sand Dollar plays installed: a quiet, elegant ground that makes a formal sitting room feel composed and airy rather than busy.
Will it match my cabinets?
Sand Dollar pairs easily with millwork and trim because the pale greige is warm and neutral, not a strong color of its own. Against the white fireplace surround in the room we saw, the floor stayed soft and unbroken, letting the white read crisp without any clash. The same logic holds for cabinetry: crisp white and off-white cabinets feel clean over Sand Dollar, soft grey cabinets stay in the same family, and a warm wood-tone cabinet picks up the floor's underlying warmth. Because the tone is light and quiet, Sand Dollar gives you room to choose without the floor fighting your cabinets.
Will it still look this bright in a windowless basement?
Sand Dollar carries its warmth from its own pale greige tone rather than relying on a bright window, so it doesn't go cold or muddy when daylight is scarce. In a lower-light room it reads as a soft, even grey-beige and keeps the same restful character it shows in the sun. Pairing Sand Dollar with warm artificial lighting brings that gentle warmth forward, so a dim or windowless space still reads composed and airy rather than gloomy.

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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