Zurich Tan Rustic Waterproof SPC | Republic Floor
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What is Zurich Tan?
Zurich Tan is a rigid, wood-look SPC floor in a warm caramel brown shade, with a tough, resilient surface for a simple, carefree finish.
Is it waterproof?
Yes — 100% waterproof. Built for daily life: mop-and-go cleaning, occasional spills, and pet accidents wiped up promptly; clean standing water quickly. Indoor use only — outdoor installation is not approved.
How durable is it, and what traffic can it take?
The plank features a 12 mil wear layer — equal to about 0.30 mm — appropriate for everyday residential use across the busy areas of most homes, giving you solid everyday scratch and scuff resistance. Thicker than the entry-level layers, without the cost of the heavy-duty ones.
Will it hold up to daily life?
Office chair wheels, spike-heel point loads, and dragged furniture all concentrate force. Protect Zurich Tan's 12 mil wear layer with soft casters (Type W or U), a chair mat in high-use areas, and felt pads under furniture legs — the manufacturer's recommended precautions for keeping a rigid SPC core dent-free.
What does the plank surface look like?
Up close, Zurich Tan alternates broad cathedral peaks that arc down the board with tighter, straighter cross-sawn boards, giving the surface real board-to-board movement. Small dark knots sit at a moderate spacing, threaded with faint mineral streaks that break up the caramel field. The printed wood-look face keeps this detail crisp and consistent from plank to plank.
Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?
The 1mm Bio Guard anti-bacterial EVA acoustic layer damps the hollow "click" sound characteristic of floating floors. Zurich Tan 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?
Under floor-to-ceiling windows and bright midday light, Zurich Tan lifts toward a clean golden honey and its caramel warmth reads at its brightest. As the light drops in the evening and lamplight takes over, the tone deepens to a richer amber-caramel. The warm medium cast pairs easily with cool whites and deep near-blacks, so it works whether your walls stay pale or your accents go dark.
Price & availability?
This floor is placed on order for your project. Call or text (408) 753-3220 to confirm today's lead time and request a quote. Whether you need nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or pickup, we can help. We offer trade pricing to verified contractors, designers, and architects. Feel free to get in touch with any questions.
Overview
Zurich Tan sets broad open cathedral arches next to tighter cross-sawn straight-grain boards, so the pattern shifts from one plank to the next rather than repeating. The base is a warm caramel brown lit with a golden, honeyed undertone, scattered with small dark knots and faint mineral streaks for quiet character. The medium tone reads bright and clean, and the rigid planks stand up to daily traffic, spills, and pet claws. It suits open living rooms, kitchens, and entryways where you want warmth without a heavy, dark floor.
A warm caramel floor with a golden glow, tuned to a sleek high-rise living room.
Specifications
| SKU | REBW63101 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Republic Floor |
| Collection | Blackwater Canyon Collection |
| Color | Zurich Tan |
| Flooring Type | SPC |
| Plank size | 7.17188 inches wide × 48 inches long |
| Thickness | 5mm |
| Wear layer | 12 mil |
| Locking system | Angle-drop click-lock |
| Underlayment | 1mm Bio Guard anti-bacterial acoustic EVA (attached) |
| SF per carton | 23.73 sq ft |
| Installation grade | Above, On, Below grade |
| Waterproof | Yes — 100% |
| Warranty | 20 Years Residential / 5 Years Commercial. Covers manufacturing defects, wear-through, and staining under normal use. |
| Certifications | FloorScore |