White Sea Medium Grey Waterproof WPC | Paradigm Flooring

Neutral-toned waterproof flooring in aged greige with soft taupe and grey striations. White Sea from Paradigm Flooring — 8mm, 20 mil wear.
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Paradigm Insignia 20MIL Collection
Grey (Medium) Color Tone
8mm+ Thickness
Yes Water Resistant
20 mil Wear Layer

Quick Answer

What is White Sea?

White Sea is a rigid, wood-look WPC floor in an aged greige shade, with a thick, high-traffic wear layer for a durable, easy-care 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?

The surface of White Sea is finished with a 20 mil wear layer — which works out to 0.51 mm — made for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, so you get 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?

Kitchen stress test: dropped cutlery, pans slid from oven to counter, refrigerator casters, and dishwasher spray — White Sea'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?

Up close, White Sea shows a flowing cathedral grain with strong figure and pronounced plank-to-plank movement. Dark knots and centers punctuate the boards, and weathered character marks thread through the figure, so no two planks look alike. It is a printed wood-look surface over a rigid core, which keeps that busy, aged pattern crisp underfoot while giving each board its own character.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. White Sea's factory-attached 1mm IXPE 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 — White Sea 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?

In the study's soft morning daylight, White Sea warms noticeably: the taupe in the greige comes forward and the grey striations read softer and browner than they do in shade. That responsiveness to light is worth planning around, since an east- or south-facing room brings out its warmth through the day, while a low-light or north-facing space keeps it deeper and cooler. Against soft white walls and white paneling it looks refined rather than heavy, and it takes cool accents like teal without turning cold.

Price & availability?

This floor is ordered directly through our supplier. Call or text (408) 753-3220 to confirm today's lead time and request a quote. We can arrange nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or pickup. We offer trade pricing to verified contractors, designers, and architects. Our team is ready to help you move forward.

Overview

White Sea is a deeper, weathered greige, its soft taupe and grey striations layered so the color has real depth instead of one flat tone. The cathedral grain runs strong and full of movement, and dark knots and centers with weathered character marks scatter across the boards, so every plank looks distinctly aged. In the photographed study, White Sea runs beneath a writing desk, an upholstered armchair, and a curtained bay window, and the morning light gives the traditional room a warm, lived-in base. It suits a library, a home office, or a formal sitting room where a little age in the floor is the point.

A weathered greige with real grain movement, at home in a traditional study or library.

Specifications

SKU PI20015
Brand Paradigm Flooring
Collection Paradigm Insignia 20MIL
Color White Sea
Flooring Type WPC
Plank size 9 inches wide × 60 inches long
Thickness 8mm
Wear layer 20 mil
Edge profile Pillow Pressed Bevel
Locking system Unilin Uniclic
Underlayment 1mm IXPE
SF per carton 26.18 sq ft
Installation grade Above, On, Below grade
Waterproof Yes — 100%
Warranty Lifetime Residential / 15 Year Commercial
Certifications FloorScore

Installation, Care & Warranty

Frequently asked questions

What does it look like installed in a real room?
Installed, White Sea sets a traditional study around it: a writing desk, an upholstered armchair, and a cushioned window-seat bench under a curtained bay window, with books, a patterned pillow, and a small sculpture as accents. The white paneling and cabinetry keep the deeper floor from feeling dark, while a teal accent chair picks up the cooler notes in the greige. The overall look is refined and transitional, a floor with enough character for a room that mixes antiques and modern pieces.
Will it match my cabinets?
White Sea pairs most naturally with white and off-white cabinetry, exactly as it does against the study's white paneling, since the contrast keeps the deeper greige feeling light and intentional. It also works with warm wood-tone or greige-painted cabinets, because the taupe in the floor gives them something to echo. Steer away from very dark cabinets in a small room, where floor and cabinets can start to read as one heavy mass.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
In a windowless basement or a low-light room, White Sea reads deeper and cooler, since it loses the warm lift it gets from the study's morning daylight. That can be an asset for a cozy den or media room, but if you want it to stay warm, layer in warm-white lighting and a few lamps rather than cool overheads. The strong grain still shows well under lamplight, so the floor keeps its character even without a window.
Does this floor work with indoor plants?
White Sea makes a strong backdrop for greenery. The photographed study keeps a single plant, and the deeper weathered greige lets green leaves read vivid and fresh against it. Trailing plants on a shelf or a larger floor plant both work, since the floor's aged, layered tone gives living green something rich to sit against.

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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