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Building a Home Flooring Design Dilemma

Coretec Grande or Republic

Kathy Harrington

2 years ago

Up until a few days ago, we were set on Republic SPC flooring. We were sold on the quality and the spc core, but still could not decide on a color choice. We were recently recommended a flooring store in our city and upon visiting found out they do not sell and install Republic but instead CoreTec.

Honestly, the only line we considered was the Grande and it looks beautiful, feels very substantial and the wear layer is actually thicker. However it is a WPC and I'm concerned that it would have more issues with water due to the wood polymer vs limestone polymer. Also, I understand it could be more susceptible to denting. Anyone with experience with both products? Would love to understand if any of the above differences really matter

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mike b
last year
What did you decide on? I’m at the same decision point but in my area there is a $3 a sqft. difference. I’m not sure I see a huge difference for that much $$ at least in looks.
Kathy Harrington
Original Author
11 months ago
Sorry for late reply but we finally chose the Republic Post Oak and it was installed in our new build yesterday. Really like the feel and look
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