Sweet Chestnut Rustic Waterproof SPC | Republic Floor
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What is Sweet Chestnut?
Sweet Chestnut is a wood-look SPC floor built around a deep weathered chocolate brown color, with a tough, resilient surface for a low-maintenance, practical finish.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. Kitchen reality — dropped pots, splashes, and daily mop-and-go cleaning — won't faze the planks, as long as you wipe spills up promptly and dry any standing water. Not approved for outdoor installation; test the subfloor for moisture before installing.
How durable is it, and what traffic can it take?
The surface of Sweet Chestnut is finished with a 12 mil wear layer — equal to about 0.30 mm — intended for everyday residential use across the busy areas of most homes, with solid everyday scratch and scuff resistance. That's one of the most common wear-layer thicknesses.
Will it hold up to daily life?
Dog nails, cat claws, litter grit, water-bowl splash — Sweet Chestnut's 12 mil wear layer and finish wipe clean easily and outlast a thinner LVT wear layer under everyday pet traffic. Claws can still leave light surface marks over time like on any hard floor, so trimmed nails and a rug in high-traffic zones help protect the finish.
What does the plank surface look like?
Up close, each Sweet Chestnut plank shows sweeping saw-kerf marks and a wavy, weathered figure running the length of the board. Scattered small knots and dark mineral streaks break up the face, and the weathered board-to-board variation keeps the printed wood-look surface from ever looking stamped or repetitive. The grain reads long and flowing, giving Sweet Chestnut a sawn, rustic character rather than a clean, uniform one.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
The 1.5mm solution EVA acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Sweet Chestnut is quieter underfoot than LVT with a loose pad — both for the walker and for rooms below in multi-story homes.
Will this color work in my room?
This is a warm, medium-deep brown, so Sweet Chestnut reads richer and more enveloping in low or north-facing rooms and warms toward a golden chocolate under direct afternoon sun. It pairs easily with cream and greige walls, black or matte-metal fixtures, and warm wood-tone furniture, and its depth lets brighter decor stand out against it. If you want a floor with real presence rather than a pale neutral, Sweet Chestnut brings warmth without tipping orange or red.
Price & availability?
This flooring is brought in as a special order. 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. Our team is ready to help you move forward.
Overview
Sweet Chestnut is a deep, weathered chocolate brown carrying a lived-in patina that shifts board to board, so no two lengths repeat. Long flowing grain and wavy, sawn character marks give it a rustic personality, while sparse small knots and dark mineral streaks add just enough grit without turning busy. As a rigid wood-look plank, Sweet Chestnut stands up to daily traffic, spills, and pet claws, which makes it a practical pick for entryways, kitchens, and busy family rooms where a warm, rich brown pulls the space together.
A rich, rustic chocolate brown with weathered character in every plank.
Specifications
| Brand | Republic Floor |
|---|---|
| Collection | The Cliffs XL |
| Color | Sweet Chestnut |
| Flooring Type | SPC |
| Plank size | 7.125 inches wide × 60 inches long |
| Thickness | 5mm |
| Wear layer | 12 mil |
| Locking system | Angle-drop click-lock |
| Underlayment | 1.5mm acoustic solution EVA (attached) |
| SF per carton | 30.0 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 |