Medieval Floors Valletta Collection Strasbourg SPC 6.5mm
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Why Buy From Us?
Soft greige with warm undertones · 100% waterproof · Valletta Collection
FloorScore
Low-VOC indoor air quality certified
GreenGuard Gold
Stricter indoor air quality standard
100% Waterproof
SPC rigid core, dimensionally stable
What is Strasbourg?
Value-tier SPC from Medieval Floors: It is priced at $2 to $3/sqft with a 6.5mm total construction, 20 mil wear layer, and Soft greige with warm undertones visual.
Is it waterproof?
Yes, 100% waterproof and dimensionally stable. Strasbourg's rigid 5mm SPC core with 1.5mm anti-microbial acoustic IXPE pad won't swell, warp, or delaminate. Rated for kitchens, baths, basements, laundry rooms, and entryways.
Best rooms?
Whole-home installs where a single floor needs to bridge dry and wet rooms without transition strips. Strasbourg's smooth and 6.5mm thickness carry from kitchens through hallways to bedrooms without visual or structural break.
Who's it best for?
Homeowners planning aging-in-place — Strasbourg's 6.5mm floating click install leaves no tripping transitions, the anti-microbial acoustic IXPE pad adds subtle underfoot cushion, and the slip-resistant surface works without area rugs.
How thick is it?
Mid-range SPC at 6.5mm plank thickness. The 5mm SPC core handles structural load; the attached 1.5mm anti-microbial acoustic IXPE pad handles sound and minor subfloor irregularity.
Price range?
Standard retail pricing on Strasbourg is $2 to $3 per square foot. Larger orders (500+ sqft) of Medieval Floors Valletta Collection may qualify for quantity pricing. Plus CA sales tax. Call (408) 753-3220 with it SKU for specifics.
Sergey Stotskiy
Overview
Strasbourg sets the tone for the room before anything else does. The soft greige with warm undertones reads refined in a way that lets cabinetry, rugs, and art breathe — a foundation, not a focal point. a 6.5mm SPC plank engineered for stability and quiet underfoot feel, with 20 mil commercial-grade wear layer underneath the refined surface. 7-inch by 48-inch planks float over most subfloors using an angle-tap click system with no adhesive and no acclimation wait. 100% waterproof SPC core means the kitchen and bathroom stay on-plan with the rest of the house.
Specifications
| Brand | Medieval Floors |
|---|---|
| Collection | Valletta Collection |
| Color | Strasbourg — Neutral tone, soft greige with warm undertones |
| Plank size | 7 inches wide × 48 inches long |
| Thickness | 6.5mm |
| Wear layer | 20 mil |
| Surface finish | Prime Urethane with Ceramic Bead Coating & Extra Anti-Stain Resistance Coating |
| Edge profile | Micro-Bevel |
| Locking system | Uniclic glueless floating click |
| Unique planks | varied |
| SF per carton | 18.9 sq ft |
| Installation | Floating click (glueless) |
| Installation grade | Above, On, Below grade |
| Waterproof | Yes — 100% |
| Warranty | Lifetime Limited Residential / 5-Year Limited Commercial |
| Certifications | FloorScore + GreenGuard Gold certified |
Strasbourg: what we tell customers
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Soft greige with warm undertones — versatile across design styles. The grey (medium) tone pairs well with traditional or contemporary cabinetry. The Prime Urethane with Ceramic Bead Coating & Extra Anti-Stain Resistance Coating surface and character variation give Strasbourg authentic depth — it reads as real wood, not printed imitation.
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6.5mm total construction — premium SPC feel. Rigid SPC core plus attached acoustic pad delivers 6.5mm total plank thickness. Dramatically firmer and quieter underfoot than thinner SPC. 100% waterproof — safe for every room including kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and laundry rooms.
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20 mil wear layer with matte finish. The 20 mil commercial-grade wear layer handles pet claws, chair legs, dropped dishes, and heavy daily traffic. Extra scratch resistance matters in kitchens, entryways, and pet households.
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Pre-attached 1.5mm anti-microbial acoustic IXPE underlayment. No separate underlayment purchase, no pad decisions. The attached pad is required for the waterproof warranty — other pads void structural integrity coverage. Dampens footfall noise throughout the home.
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Prime Urethane with Ceramic Bead Coating & Extra Anti-Stain Resistance Coating surface with Micro-Bevel edges. Texture follows the printed grain exactly, creating visual depth that reads as real sawn wood up close. Defined plank edges without overly-wide grooves that trap dirt.
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Uniclic glueless floating click — above, on, or below grade. Installs over wood, concrete, or existing hard flooring. No adhesive, no acclimation wait, DIY-friendly with a tapping block. Strasbourg's Uniclic glueless floating click system plus 6.5mm rigid build works above, on, and below grade — basement to second floor, no construction-type restrictions.
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Need an installer? We refer licensed pros. We're a licensed flooring retailer in Santa Clara — we refer customers to licensed contractors across the Bay Area. (Author byline at top of page covers our installer credentials so they're not repeated here.)
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Wholesale pricing — no big-box markup. Kapriz has been a Bay Area flooring specialist since 2003, and that volume earns us direct-supplier pricing from Medieval Floors that a one-time buyer can't get. We're a flooring-specialty retailer — no big-box overhead built into your per-square-foot price. What you see in our quote is what the manufacturer charges plus our margin, not five layers of distribution.
How Strasbourg compares
Strasbourg sits at 6.5mm in Medieval Floors's Valletta Collection line. Here's how it compares to thicker Medieval Floors SPC options:
| Feature | Strasbourg (Valletta Collection, 6.5mm) |
Marseille Collection (8mm) |
Super SPC Collection (10mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collection | Valletta Collection | Marseille Collection | Super SPC Collection |
| Total thickness | 6.5mm (incl. pad) | 8mm (incl. pad) | 10mm (incl. pad) |
| Wear layer | 20 mil | 20 mil | 30 mil |
| Underlayment | anti-microbial acoustic IXPE attached | anti-microbial acoustic IXPE attached | anti-microbial acoustic IXPE attached |
| Waterproof | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Warranty | Lifetime Residential | Lifetime Residential | Lifetime Residential |
| Price (per sq ft) | $2 to $3 | $3 to $4 | $4 to $5 |
| Best for | Whole-home residential, moderate commercial | High-traffic residential + light commercial | High-traffic residential + light commercial |
Prices are estimated ranges. Call (408) 753-3220 for exact pricing and project quotes on Strasbourg and comparable Medieval Floors SPC collections we special-order from our Santa Clara showroom.
Installation & care
Below are Medieval Floors's manufacturer specifications plus installer best-practice notes (author byline at top of page). Medieval Floors's warranty follows manufacturer spec; real-world installation often benefits from the extra steps below.
Acclimation
Acclimate boxes flat in the installation room for 48 hours at 65–85°F and 35–65% relative humidity before installing.
Pro tip: SPC doesn't need acclimation the way hardwood does, but the install room should be at its normal operating temperature during install — not 60°F in winter or 90°F in summer. Install at the temperature the room will typically be. This minimizes edge-gap changes after the floor settles.
Subfloor flatness
Subfloor must be flat to within 3/16 inch over 10 feet. Fill low spots and grind high points before installation.
Pro tip: If the subfloor has small unevenness that can't be fully leveled, thicker SPC provides more physical forgiveness — 8mm and 10mm planks bridge minor dips and bumps better than 6.5mm. Rule of thumb: under 1/8-inch variance over 10 feet, any SPC thickness works. 1/8 to 3/16-inch — go 8mm minimum. Over 3/16-inch, the subfloor needs leveling compound before install regardless of plank thickness. Important caveat: even if thicker SPC masks the problem physically, manufacturer flatness specs are flatness specs. If a warranty claim gets filed later and the inspector measures out-of-spec subfloor, that goes in the report as installation-related — regardless of whether thicker plank was used to "compensate." Thicker SPC is forgiveness for minor borderline cases, not license to skip subfloor prep.
Moisture testing (concrete)
Test concrete subfloors per ASTM F1869 (≤ 5 lbs/1000 sqft/24hr CaCl) or ASTM F2170 (≤ 80% RH).
Pro tip: One moisture test is a snapshot, not a seasonal profile. Slab moisture in the Bay Area can swing 10-15 percentage points between wet and dry seasons. If your test passes in summer, retest in winter before committing, or just install the 6-mil vapor barrier as standard practice.
Moisture barrier (concrete subfloors)
A 6-mil polyethylene moisture barrier is required over concrete subfloors. Not required over wood subfloors that pass moisture testing.
Pro tip: We've replaced too many vinyl floors that failed from slab moisture in Bay Area homes — many built on fill or near old creek beds. Even when the slab tests dry today, seasonal water table shifts can push moisture up through the concrete years later. 6-mil polyethylene sheeting is $30-50 per room and takes 20 minutes to install. Always install it over concrete, regardless of what the manufacturer spec says is "required."
Underlayment (do not replace the attached pad)
No additional underlayment required — 1.5mm IXPE anti-microbial acoustic pad is factory-attached.
Pro tip: The attached anti-microbial acoustic IXPE pad is part of the warranty contract, not an accessory. Adding foam, cork, or rubber underneath voids the structural integrity coverage. If the subfloor is irregular, fix that with leveling compound first — don't stack pads to mask a subfloor problem.
Installation method
Floating click installation. Leave 1/4-inch expansion gap at all walls and fixed objects. Do not glue or nail.
Pro tip: Check the manufacturer spec for T-mold requirements between rooms — some brands require a T-mold at every doorway, others allow continuous install up to a certain run length. Don't skip the check. If you run one continuous floor through a kitchen into a hallway and into two bedrooms without T-molds, each room's subfloor shifts slightly differently with seasonal humidity and thermal changes. That differential movement concentrates at the narrow door transitions, and within 1-2 years you'll see click-lock seams crack right at the doorways — not mid-room, always at the pinch points. T-mold at each doorway absorbs the differential movement and isolates each room's expansion from the next.
Radiant heat compatibility
Radiant heat compatible. Maximum surface temperature 80°F. Heat must rise gradually (no more than 5°F per hour during initial warm-up).
Pro tip: Per manufacturer: Radiant heat compatible. Maximum surface temperature 80°F. Heat must rise gradually (no more than 5°F per hour during initial warm-up). The surface temperature cap is the critical number. Hydronic systems typically run below spec naturally; electric mats can exceed it if the thermostat is mis-positioned. Position the sensor in the finished floor, not in the slab, and verify with an infrared thermometer before tiling furniture or rugs on top.
Daily maintenance
Sweep or dry-mop regularly. Clean with a damp mop and pH-neutral cleaner. Never use wax, polish, steam mops, or abrasive cleaners.
Pro tip: The fastest way to wear out the wear layer is tracked-in grit. Walk-off mats at every entrance plus twice-weekly vacuuming (hard-floor setting, no beater bar) in high-traffic areas buys years of finish life. The wear layer handles traffic; abrasive grit grinds it down prematurely.
What to avoid
Avoid prolonged direct sunlight without UV-protective window film. Do not use rolling chairs without protective floor mats.
Pro tip: Rubber- and latex-backed walk-off mats cause permanent yellow discoloration under SPC warranties. The rubber chemistry reacts with the wear layer over months. Use felt-backed or woven natural-fiber mats instead — and never leave any mat in place over a seam line.
Furniture and pet protection
Use felt pads under all furniture legs. For heavy items, use wide-base coasters to distribute weight.
Pro tip: If you have pets, avoid heavy wire-brushed or deeply-rustic surface textures. The deep grain grooves that make wire-brushed look authentic also trap pet hair, dirt, and grit. Vacuum can't reach the deepest channels; over months, the floor looks permanently soiled even after cleaning. For pet homes, choose subtle-to-medium surface texture instead — still gets the wood-grain realism, skips the cleaning liability. Heavy wire-brushed SPC photographs beautifully in the showroom but doesn't live well with dogs and cats.
Frequently asked questions
How do I estimate how much flooring I need?
Start with room length × width in feet for square footage, then add at least 10% for cuts and waste — bump that to 15% for complex layouts with many doorways, stairs, or irregular shapes. Strasbourg covers 18.9 sqft per carton. For a 200 sqft room expect about 12 cartons (226.8 sqft) at the 10% buffer. Round up to the next full carton.
Pro tip: don't return extras after install — dye lots shift between production runs. If you need 5 replacement planks in 2 years, your only 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?
Yes, SPC is physically DIY-friendly — Uniclic click systems install with a $150 kit and no adhesive. But warranty-wise, the answer depends on which brand and what mistakes get made. Most common case: DIY is legally allowed, but if you make an installation mistake (missed expansion gap, bad subfloor prep, wrong stagger pattern, skipped moisture barrier), that portion of coverage voids. Material defects from the manufacturer are still covered. A few brands go further — their warranty explicitly requires "professional installation by a licensed contractor" as a condition of coverage, so any DIY install = warranty void even without mistakes. Always check your specific brand's warranty language before deciding.
Pro tip: when a claim gets filed later, the manufacturer sends a licensed flooring inspector who examines the install — DIY that followed manufacturer spec to the letter can still pass inspection. DIY that cut corners won't. We don't tell customers not to DIY — we tell them: price out a licensed contractor quote first, read your brand's warranty carefully, and decide based on your comfort with the procedure, not just the labor savings.
Will Strasbourg work in my basement?
Yes, SPC works in basements — that's actually where it outperforms engineered hardwood and laminate most clearly. But if you had water damage before, we recommend going beyond the standard 6-mil polyethylene vapor barrier most manufacturers call for. For a basement slab with previous moisture issues, do both layers:
Layer 1 — concrete moisture epoxy applied directly to the slab (products like Koster VAP 2000 or Aquafin 2K/M). Liquid-applied membrane that chemically bonds to concrete. Rates around 25 lbs/1000sqft vapor transmission versus the 8 lbs ASTM F1869 requires.
Layer 2 — 6-mil polyethylene sheeting on top of the cured epoxy. Seems redundant, but it's not. Epoxy handles normal slab conditions permanently. The plastic sheet above is your insurance against slab cracks that develop over 20+ years from settling, seismic movement, or seasonal water-table stress — all common in Bay Area homes, especially older ones or those built on fill. If the slab cracks in year 12, the epoxy layer is compromised at that crack — but the plastic above stops the moisture before it reaches your SPC.
Total cost: $600-1,100 for a typical basement versus $50-100 for plastic alone. For a floor designed to last 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?
Honest answer: SPC and hardwood compete on different metrics, and your choice depends on whether you're buying for lifespan or for home value.
SPC is functional flooring, not an investment. It's waterproof, handles pet claws and kid spills, installs fast, costs less upfront. But it's a printed image with a wear layer on top — you can't refinish it, and when it wears out in 20-25 years, you replace the whole floor. For kitchens, bathrooms, basements, rentals, and high-traffic family homes, SPC is the right call.
Real investment = engineered hardwood with at least 3mm veneer. That's the threshold where the floor becomes refinishable — you can sand and refinish it 2-3 times over 50+ years, updating stain color as design trends shift. 4mm+ veneer pushes that to 3-5 refinishes over 75+ years. Appraisers factor genuine hardwood into home value; they don't factor SPC. If you're in a forever home, want real wood underfoot, and are willing to keep liquid away from it, engineered hardwood with 3mm+ veneer is the long-game choice.
Important caveat: engineered hardwood sold with 1-2mm veneer (common in budget lines) is functionally the same as SPC — can't be refinished, lasts 20-25 years, then replace. If you're paying hardwood prices, check the veneer spec. Under 3mm = you're paying premium for a utility product.
We carry both categories — happy to walk you through specific products in either direction. The real question is: are you buying for 20 years of waterproof durability, or for 50+ years of refinishable real wood?
Do you offer samples I can take home?
How fast can I receive my Strasbourg order?
What's your return policy?
All flooring orders are treated as special orders, so all sales are final by default.
Defective products are always Kapriz's problem, not yours. If you receive a plank with a manufacturing defect, wrong product, or transit damage documented on the delivery receipt, we replace or refund at no cost. Note any visible damage on the receipt before the driver leaves — that's your protection.
Why returns aren't standard: reverse logistics on a flooring pallet involves six handoffs and three parties (customer, freight, supplier warehouse). Any step can damage cartons or trigger a rejection, and Kapriz carries the exposure.
Written exceptions (rare): 25% restocking fee + customer pays all original and return freight + any supplier handling charges. Opened cartons, custom orders, closeouts, and discontinued runs are never eligible.
Pro tip: if you're unsure about how Strasbourg will look in your home before committing to a full order, call us. We'll walk you through options — starting with a sample loan under your own lighting (call ahead to confirm Strasbourg is currently in the showroom — sample inventory rotates).
Is Strasbourg compatible with radiant heat?
Similar medium grey tones from Medieval Floors:
See Strasbourg in person
Visit our Santa Clara showroom to handle the plank, compare it to other SPC options, and ask our team anything about installation or pairing.
891 Laurelwood Rd, Suite 101
Santa Clara, CA 95054
In-store pickup · Call (408) 753-3220 for delivery options and pricing
Last updated 2026-05-02 · Strasbourg · Valletta Collection · Tracked via Kapriz Hardwood Floors, Santa Clara CA.
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Total cost: $600-1,100 for a typical basement versus $50-100 for plastic alone. For a floor designed to last 20+ years in a moisture-prone slab, double protection pays for itself the first time the slab shifts." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How does SPC compare to real hardwood?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Honest answer: SPC and hardwood compete on different metrics, and your choice depends on whether you're buying for lifespan or for home value. SPC is functional flooring, not an investment. It's waterproof, handles pet claws and kid spills, installs fast, costs less upfront. But it's a printed image with a wear layer on top — you can't refinish it, and when it wears out in 20-25 years, you replace the whole floor. For kitchens, bathrooms, basements, rentals, and high-traffic family homes, SPC is the right call. Real investment = engineered hardwood with at least 3mm veneer. That's the threshold where the floor becomes refinishable — you can sand and refinish it 2-3 times over 50+ years, updating stain color as design trends shift. 4mm+ veneer pushes that to 3-5 refinishes over 75+ years. Appraisers factor genuine hardwood into home value; they don't factor SPC. If you're in a forever home, want real wood underfoot, and are willing to keep liquid away from it, engineered hardwood with 3mm+ veneer is the long-game choice. Important caveat: engineered hardwood sold with 1-2mm veneer (common in budget lines) is functionally the same as SPC — can't be refinished, lasts 20-25 years, then replace. If you're paying hardwood prices, check the veneer spec. Under 3mm = you're paying premium for a utility product. We carry both categories — happy to walk you through specific products in either direction. The real question is: are you buying for 20 years of waterproof durability, or for 50+ years of refinishable real wood?" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you offer samples I can take home?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes — we loan samples with a refundable deposit, fully refunded when the sample is returned within one week. Before driving over, call (408) 753-3220 — we don't permanently stock every color, and Strasbourg may be out on loan or not currently in our showroom inventory. We can usually arrange a supplier sample if needed. The best approach: visit our Santa Clara showroom to see Strasbourg alongside complementary flooring under real lighting, and our staff can walk you through the specs." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How fast can I receive my Strasbourg order?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Typically 3–7 business days for standard orders. Strasbourg ships from Medieval Floors warehouse in San Leandro, CA. Local delivery is available. Nationwide shipping via LTL. Customer pickup at our Santa Clara showroom. Call or text (408) 753-3220 for delivery details." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's your return policy?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "All flooring orders are treated as special orders, so all sales are final by default. Defective products are always Kapriz's problem, not yours. If you receive a plank with a manufacturing defect, wrong product, or transit damage documented on the delivery receipt, we replace or refund at no cost. Note any visible damage on the receipt before the driver leaves — that's your protection. Why returns aren't standard: reverse logistics on a flooring pallet involves six handoffs and three parties (customer, freight, supplier warehouse). Any step can damage cartons or trigger a rejection, and Kapriz carries the exposure. Written exceptions (rare): 25% restocking fee + customer pays all original and return freight + any supplier handling charges. Opened cartons, custom orders, closeouts, and discontinued runs are never eligible. Pro tip: if you're unsure about how Strasbourg will look in your home before committing to a full order, call us. We'll walk you through options — starting with a sample loan under your own lighting (call ahead to confirm Strasbourg is currently in the showroom — sample inventory rotates)." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Strasbourg compatible with radiant heat?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "If you're adding radiant heat AFTER installing Strasbourg, the answer is more complicated than installing both at the same time. Surface-applied retrofit mats (above the SPC) are not supported — they exceed the temperature spec at the floor surface. Below-the-subfloor retrofit (joist-bay hydronic or staple-up electric) can work if total floor surface temperature stays within 80°F. The flooring needs to be lifted for any retrofit that touches the subfloor — plan accordingly. 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