Sequoia Pale Light Brown Waterproof SPC | Republic Floor

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in golden honey over rich amber. Sequoia Pale from Republic Floor — 14mm, 28 mil wear. Available at Kapriz Santa Clara.
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South Rose Collection Collection
Light Brown Color Tone
SPC Flooring Type
14mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant

Quick Answer

What is Sequoia Pale?

Sequoia Pale is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor built around a warm golden honey color, with a heavy-duty, high-traffic wear layer for a durable, easy-care finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Day-to-day life — a dropped glass, a pet bowl, a tracked-in puddle — wipes up without swelling or delamination when cleaned promptly; standing water should not be left to sit. Outdoor use is not approved.

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

The surface is topped by a 28 mil wear layer — about 0.71 mm — suited to heavy residential use and many commercial applications, so you get outstanding resistance to scratches, scuffs, and long-term abrasion. The extra thickness gives it more long-term wear capacity than thinner layers.

How do I clean and maintain it?

Safe cleaners for Sequoia Pale's 28 mil wear layer: vinyl-safe cleaners, damp microfiber mops, vacuum on hard-floor setting. The finish rules out abrasive scrubbers, bleach, ammonia, and solvent-based cleaners — these dull the wear layer permanently.

What does the plank surface look like?

Up close, Sequoia Pale shows flowing cathedral grain with a rippling ribbon figure and looping cat's-eye whorls across the plank centers, so the pattern changes noticeably from one board to the next. Small pin knots scatter over the face at a moderate spacing, enough to feel natural underfoot without looking busy. The printed wood-look surface keeps that detail crisp and never looks stamped.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Sequoia Pale's factory-attached EVA acoustic pad comes bonded to every plank and dampens footfall noise throughout the home — one less material decision and one less install step.

Will this color work in my room?

Under the soft midday daylight in the photo, Sequoia Pale reads bright and clearly golden, its amber core keeping the light tone warm rather than pale. In a north-facing or dimmer room it deepens a shade toward honey, so the color stays warm after dark. If you want a floor that lifts and warms a room without reading yellow, this golden-honey light brown does exactly that.

Price & availability?

This floor is available by special order. For a fast answer, call or text (408) 753-3220 for today's lead time and a quote. Choose nationwide shipping, local Bay Area delivery, or showroom pickup. Ask about trade pricing if you're a verified contractor, designer, or architect. Reach out anytime with questions about your project.

Overview

Sequoia Pale reads as a golden-honey light brown, warmed at its core by a deep amber that keeps the light tone from washing out. A sweeping arched figure runs the length of each board, giving the surface gentle movement without much fuss. In the minimalist-modern bedroom where it was photographed, that warmth turns a clean, white-accented space serene instead of cold, which suits the calm, pared-back rooms it is made for.

A quiet golden warmth that makes a spare, modern bedroom feel restful rather than bare.

Specifications

Brand Republic Floor
Collection South Rose Collection
Color Sequoia Pale
Flooring Type SPC
Plank size 9 inches wide × 72 inches long
Thickness 14mm
Wear layer 28 mil
Locking system Angle-drop click-lock
Underlayment Attached acoustic EVA underlayment
SF per carton 13.47 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty 50 Years Residential / 10 Years Commercial. Covers manufacturing defects, wear-through, and staining under normal use.
Certifications FloorScore

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
Installed, Sequoia Pale is the warm base of a minimalist-modern bedroom: a low platform bed, white floating consoles, and slim black table lamps set against a fluted accent wall panel. The golden-honey floor gives all that white and black some warmth, so the pared-back room feels calm and lived-in rather than austere. A single potted plant and a book on the console are about all the styling it needs.
Will it match my cabinets?
It pairs easily with white cabinetry and consoles, like the floating white units in the photo. The warm golden tone keeps bright white from feeling clinical, and it works just as well with off-white, cream, or black fixtures. Cooler grays and soft greiges also sit comfortably over the amber warmth.
Will it still look this bright in a windowless basement?
In a windowless basement or a low-light room, Sequoia Pale deepens slightly toward honey but keeps its warmth, so it never turns muddy or gray. Warm-white bulbs bring the amber forward and make the space feel cozy, while cooler LEDs keep it looking clean and light. Either way the golden tone helps a room without much daylight feel warmer than it is.
Does this floor work with indoor plants?
Yes. The warm golden-honey tone is a natural backdrop for greenery, the way the single potted plant reads in the photo. Green foliage stands out against the amber warmth, and the calm floor lets a statement plant or a cluster of pots be the accent without clashing.

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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