Sparrow Medium Brown Waterproof SPC | Paradigm Flooring
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What is Sparrow?
Sparrow is a waterproof, wood-look SPC floor in a warm brown tone, with a durable, heavy-traffic wear layer for a simple, carefree finish.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. Powder-room splashes, daily wet feet, and towel drops wipe up without harm when cleaned promptly. Indoor use only — not for installation inside showers or wet rooms, and outdoor installation is not approved.
How durable is it, and what traffic can it take?
Sparrow features a 20 mil wear layer — equal to about 0.51 mm — built for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, so you get excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. It's a step up from the standard-duty wear layers in everyday durability.
Will it hold up to daily life?
Kitchen stress test: dropped cutlery, pans slid from oven to counter, refrigerator casters, and dishwasher spray — Sparrow's 20 mil wear layer and finish handle the spills, dropped pots, and dragged stools of daily kitchen use, and wipe clean with a vinyl-safe cleaner.
What does the plank surface look like?
The Sparrow plank is where the drama lives: an open, flowing grain with a soft cathedral figure overtaken by a pronounced swirling burl, elongated loops that stretch board to board. Dark mineral streaks follow the swirl, and occasional small knots punctuate the figure. The variation from plank to plank is bold, giving a laid floor real depth and character.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Sparrow'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 — Sparrow 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?
Under bright midday side light Sparrow's mocha brown stays luminous, the warmer undertone catching the sun while the darker depths keep it steady and calm. In a well-lit room the color reads sophisticated rather than heavy; in lower light it turns quieter and more enveloping. Sparrow sits comfortably with off-white and sage, and with brass or warm-metal accents that echo the mocha warmth.
Price & availability?
This floor is available by special order rather than from stock. Call or text (408) 753-3220 to verify the current lead time and get a quote. Select nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or convenient showroom pickup. Verified contractors, designers, and architects receive trade pricing. Our team is ready to help you move forward.
Overview
Sparrow is a warm brown carrying a soft mocha undertone, and its real interest lives in the grain: a pronounced swirling burl that moves in loops and eddies across every 9-inch plank. Dark mineral streaks trace the swirls, and the board-to-board variation runs dramatic, so no two planks read quite alike. In a modern-contemporary lounge that movement keeps a calm, elevated palette from feeling static. Sparrow is a wood-look surface over a rigid stone-polymer core, printed so the mocha-brown tone stays steady even as the figure shifts.
A serene mocha-brown floor with dramatic, swirling burl figure for a modern lounge.
Specifications
| SKU | PPPSPC2017 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Paradigm Flooring |
| Collection | Paradigm Performer PLUS |
| Color | Sparrow |
| 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 |