CALI Vinyl North Shore Oak Flooring - Luxury Vinyl Plank

The Beauty of CALI Vinyl North Shore Oak Flooring

Hardwood floors can add great aesthetic value to any home. However, traditional hardwood can be expensive to install and maintain. Luxury vinyl plank flooring, like CALI Vinyl North Shore Oak, provides the look and feel of real oak hardwood for a fraction of the cost.

What is CALI Vinyl?

CALI Vinyl is a brand of luxury vinyl flooring manufactured by CALI. They use advanced printing technology to create luxury vinyl planks and tiles that look remarkably similar to real hardwood or stone. The North Shore Oak line features the varying grain patterns and natural color variations of authentic oak hardwood.

Unlike laminate, the North Shore Oak planks are 100% waterproof. This makes them ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, basements and other areas prone to spills or moisture.

Benefits of CALI Vinyl North Shore Oak Flooring

Here are some of the great benefits of choosing CALI Vinyl's North Shore Oak luxury vinyl planks:

• Durable and scratch-resistant wear layer
• Waterproof and pet-friendly
• Comfortable and quiet underfoot
• Floating installation with pad attached
• Realistic wood looks, grains and textures
• Stain, fade and mold/mildew resistant
• Low maintenance, no waxing needed
• Cost-effective compared to solid oak hardwood

The North Shore Oak vinyl flooring delivers the elegant appearance you want, along with incredible durability and low maintenance. No wonder it's such a popular choice!

Achieving a Realistic Oak Look

So how does CALI manage to recreate the visuals of oak hardwood so realistically in their North Shore luxury vinyl plank collection? It comes down to advanced printing and embossing processes.

Precision Printing Technology

Using state-of-the-art rotogravure printing cylinders, CALI is able to imprint remarkably realistic colors, grains and textures onto the vinyl planks. The printers apply a specially-formulated vinyl layer first, followed by multiple protective coatings.

The combination of precision printing and special inks recreate oak hardwood with stunning dimensionality and clarity. The colors and wood grain patterns exhibit tons of natural variation too.

Embossed Grain Textures

After printing, CALI also physically imprints the vinyl plank surfaces using press plates or rollers. This embossing process indents realistic looking wood grain patterns into the vinyl.

The embossed textures add an incredibly lifelike dimensional quality to the floor. Your feet can literally feel the detailed wood grains as you walk across the vinyl planks!

The pressed grain patterns also help the floor capture light more realistically. Sunbeams dancing across the embossed surfaces create natural-looking highlights and shadows that enhance the authentic wood visuals.

Easy Maintenance

One of the big advantages of CALI Vinyl flooring over genuine hardwood is easier maintenance. The North Shore Oak luxury vinyl cleans up nicely without any waxing or refinishing required.

Preventative Care Tips

To keep your North Shore Oak vinyl floor looking its best for decades, follow these basic maintenance guidelines:

• Sweep, dust mop or vacuum regularly to remove grit and debris
• Blot up spills immediately
• Use floor protectors and felt pads under furniture legs
• Avoid excess moisture and standing water
• Place doormats at entrances to trap dirt and moisture
• Protect flooring from direct heat sources like fireplaces or heating vents

Simple Cleaning Method

When your CALI Vinyl North Shore Oak flooring does need cleaning, follow this quick process:

1. Remove any loose debris with a broom or vacuum
2. Clean floor using CALI Vinyl Floor Cleaner and a non-abrasive mop or soft cloth
3. Let floor air dry completely
4. Done! That's all it takes to restore your floor's beautiful shine and color

No need for waxes, heavy-duty steam cleaners, harsh chemicals or rented floor scrubbers. Thanks to the durable and protective wear layer on CALI vinyl plank flooring, it simply takes basic sweeping and cleaning using Vinyl Floor Cleaner to keep your North Shore Oak flooring looking fantastic.

Beautiful and Budget-Friendly

With their exceptionally realistic hardwood aesthetics combined with great durability and easy maintenance, CALI Vinyl's North Shore Oak luxury vinyl flooring delivers outstanding long-term value. You can get beautiful oak flooring visuals more affordably than with traditional oak hardwood.

For gorgeous, durable and easy-care vinyl plank flooring, North Shore Oak from CALI Vinyl is an excellent choice. The remarkably realistic wood look will make a wonderful addition to any home!

FAQs

Is CALI Vinyl North Shore Oak waterproof?

Yes, this luxury vinyl flooring is 100% waterproof thanks to its durable protective wear layer. It can handle spills and moisture without damage. This makes it great for kitchens, baths and basements.

What thickness options are available?

CALI North Shore Oak planks come in two thickness options: 4.5mm and 5mm. The 5mm planks offer extra durability and structure for commercial spaces.

How long does CALI Vinyl North Shore Oak flooring last?

With proper care and maintenance, this vinyl plank flooring is very long-lasting. Its durable construction allows it to perform beautifully for decades under typical residential foot traffic conditions.

Does this vinyl flooring have attached underlayment?

Yes, CALI North Shore Oak planks feature pre-attached IXPE underlayment on the bottom to provide sound dampening, insulation and cushioning right out of the box. This makes for an easy floating floor installation.