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Anderson Medium Beige Waterproof SPC | GemCore Flooring

GemCore · Sapphire Collection

Warm-toned waterproof flooring in soft warm beige with gentle cream highlights. Anderson from GemCore Flooring — 5mm, 20 mil wear.

  • 9″ wide × 72″ long
  • 5mm thick
  • 20 mil wear layer
  • By wear-layer tier: Residential up to Lifetime; Light Commercial 5-20 Years; Commercial 5-10 Years (GemCore Stone Composite warranty, pre-attached pad).
100% Waterproof
Price & lead time:Special order. Call or text for current quote and lead time.
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At a Glance

ConstructionSPC
Width9″
Thickness5mm
Top Veneer20 mil
WarrantyBy wear-layer tier: Residential up to Lifetime; Light Commercial 5-20 Years; Commercial 5-10 Years (GemCore Stone Composite warranty, pre-attached pad).

Quick Answer

What is Anderson?

Anderson is a waterproof, wood-look SPC floor in a soft warm beige shade, with a durable, heavy-traffic wear layer for a simple, carefree finish.

Is it waterproof?

Yes — 100% waterproof. Everyday spills, pet accidents, and mop water won't swell, warp, or delaminate the planks when wiped up promptly; standing water should still be cleaned up quickly. Not approved for outdoor installation; test the subfloor for moisture before installing.

How durable is it, and what traffic can it take?

The plank features a 20 mil wear layer — equal to about 0.51 mm — designed for heavy residential use and many light-commercial applications, so you get excellent protection against everyday scratches, scuffs, and abrasion. It sits at the thicker, harder-wearing end of the range.

Will it hold up to daily life?

Anderson's 20 mil wear layer and finish are rated for pet claws, chair legs, dragged furniture, and heavy daily traffic — the scratch resistance that matters in kitchens, entryways, and pet households where foot and paw traffic concentrates.

What does the plank surface look like?

Up close, the grain arcs into loose, cathedral-style loops that open and close down each board, rounded rather than sharp at the edges. Small flecks of mineral color break up the surface here and there, and a scatter of faint pin knots dot a few boards -- light enough to read as texture, not a distraction. No two planks repeat the same loop or fleck placement.

Quiet enough upstairs or in a condo?

There's no separate underlayment to buy and no pad to choose. Anderson's factory-attached 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 — Anderson 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?

Anderson's medium beige leans on a gentle cream undertone that keeps it inviting without tipping too golden or too grey. It sits easy next to both cool whites and warm wood-tone finishes, which makes it a flexible backdrop rather than a shade that boxes in your palette choices.

Price & availability?

This floor is a special-order item, ordered as needed. Get in touch by call or text at (408) 753-3220 to check lead time and receive a quote. We offer nationwide shipping, Bay Area delivery, or showroom pickup. Trade pricing and trade accounts are available to verified contractors, designers, and architects. Feel free to get in touch with any questions.

Overview

A warm medium beige with a gentle cream undertone and a quiet depth keeps this shade from reading flat under everyday light. The long grain opens into soft, sweeping curves, with mineral flecking and a few faint pin knots adding quiet variation across the surface. Each plank runs a broad 9 inches wide and 6 feet long -- wider and longer than several of the narrower-format planks in this color family -- so a floor laid in Anderson needs fewer seams to cover the same room, which can read as a calmer, more open field underfoot. A 20-mil Quartz Enhanced UV Coating stands up to daily traffic, so the color works well in living rooms, bedrooms, hallways, and open kitchens alike. Right for someone who wants a broad, continuous-feeling plank with minimal seam lines -- if you'd rather have a busier, more line-driven rhythm underfoot, a narrower-format plank elsewhere in the family is the better fit.

A wide-format, wood-look plank in a warm medium beige, with just enough quiet grain movement to keep it interesting.


Specifications

SKUsapphire-anderson
BrandGemCore Flooring
CollectionSapphire
ColorAnderson
Flooring TypeSPC
Plank size9 inches wide × 72 inches long
Thickness5mm
Wear layer20 mil
Locking systemUniClic (Angle-Angle / Tap-Down)
UnderlaymentPre-attached pad (EVA / IXPE backing)
SF per carton22.6 sq ft
Installation gradeAbove, On, Below grade
WaterproofYes — 100%
WarrantyBy wear-layer tier: Residential up to Lifetime; Light Commercial 5-20 Years; Commercial 5-10 Years (GemCore Stone Composite warranty, pre-attached pad).
CertificationsFloorScore

Installation, Care & Warranty

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will it match my cabinets?
A warm medium beige like Anderson pairs cleanly with white and warm cream cabinets, giving just enough contrast without fighting the floor. Warm wood-tone cabinets tend to sit closer in value; navy, sage, or charcoal cabinets read as a clean pop of color against this shade.
How does this color read in a windowless basement?
In a windowless or low-light room, a medium beige like this keeps its warmth instead of turning muddy, since the cream undertone stops it from reading too dark once natural light drops away. Under cool LED or fluorescent lighting the tone reads a touch more neutral than golden.
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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

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