Green Shoots Blog
SAN DIEGO, CA October 2, 2017
Green building industry leader, Cali Bamboo® has introduced a new collection to their Cali Vinyl™ line — Cali Vinyl Pro™, made with improved professional-grade strength at a customer-friendly price. The collection is geared for commercial projects that demand steadfast, 100% waterproof durability, and can be installed and cleaned quickly and easily. With an extra DIY-friendly design and beautiful hardwood imagery, this LVP is also ideal for residential applications.
Cali Vinyl Pro derives its more muscular construction from GeoCore™ — a backbone of limestone composite that delivers a stronger rapid locking system and superior structural stability. Thanks to this fortifying layer, no acclimation or transition pieces are required.
Remarking on the new collection, Cali Bamboo founder and CEO, Jeff Goldberg says, “This LVP is a great example of how, as an omnichannel manufacturer, we research and answer the needs of both homeowners and commercial installers. Cali Vinyl Pro pushes the boundaries on durability for all our industry clients, but also includes the trending colors and DIY capabilities that our residential customers prioritize.”
Leaner, Meaner Durability
Designed with the commercial installer in mind, Cali Vinyl Pro planks are shielded by an industry-leading 20mil scratch-resistant wear layer, ideal for spaces with heavy traffic, large pets, and industrial wear and tear. The GeoCore spine translates to better dimensional stability which means less expansion and contraction. It also resists indentation from high heels, pet claws, and furniture.
The Ultimate DIY Installation
The strongest drop-lock system in the industry is also easier to snap together, meaning flooring can be laid in half the time compared to traditional click-lock planks. Zero acclimation allows Cali Vinyl Pro to be floated or glued down right out of the box, and better telegraphing ability keeps it lying flat over less-than-perfect subfloors. Improved dimensional stability also enables installations without any extra transition pieces.
Fear No Moisture
A more resilient composition makes Cali Vinyl Pro 100% waterproof — ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, basements, restaurants, gyms, and subgrade installations. Planks can be laid over any subfloor including wood, stone, and cement, or existing flooring such as laminate, vinyl, or tile. Flooring is easy to clean and can be wet mopped and disinfected.
Strong is Beautiful
Improved HiFi Imaging™ technology delivers richer colors and even more intricate detail. Each Cali Vinyl Pro floor bears unique wood grain embossing on the surface, for realistic hardwood textures. New colors capture a variety of on-trend looks from the distressed grays of Redefined Pine and Nantucket Harbor, to the warmer browns of Saddlewood and Mesquite. Walnut Creek and Classic Acacia bring deep exotic grains to customers hunting for truly show stopper flooring.
Breathe Easy
True to the Cali Bamboo brand, Cali Vinyl Pro is made without harmful toxic airborne chemicals and is safe for hospitals, homes, children, and pets. Both the flooring and the facility it is manufactured in have received Floorscore Certification from SCS Global — a trusted third party industry leader in environmental sustainability.
Built to Last
Life happens, but with a smarter, stronger design, Cali Vinyl Pro is prepared for the good days and the bad. Backed by a 50 year residential warranty, this high-style LVP is armed for stampede-level traffic, kids, pets, and industrial wear and tear — allowing life to be lived and not stressed over.
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WHERE IS THIS MANUFACTURED? I THOUGHT I SAW SOMEPLACE, San Diego BUT JUST WANTED TO SEE THAT IT ISN’T FROM China. thanks in advance
Michaele
We are getting an estimate for size Wed. Quite excited
Our company headquarters is in San Diego, but most of our vinyl products are manufactured in Asia, mostly Vietnam.
We are considering Calivinyl Pro long boards, extra wide flooring for our lower floor (about 1700 sq ft) in Seattle. We have concrete floors and we plan to seal the concrete before installing LVP. What can be done to prevent cracking noise once the floors are installed? And can you provide seasoned installers in Seattle who understand and familiar with your LVP flooring?
I’m not aware of a cracking noise with the Longboard product. If you give us a call, we can locate a good installer in your area. 1(888)788-2254.
I had Cali pro vinyl plank flooring mesquite installed on concrete with no pad about a month ago and wondered how long it will take to settle so there is no clacking noise. I love the floor but the noise is driving me nuts
Hi Tracy,
Hmm, that is a bit annoying. I’d give it another month and see if it’s still bugging you. If so, you may want to consider putting something down under it. Since your subfloor is concrete, we actually require a moisture barrier like Cali Complete. Also, you’ll need to be super careful pulling up the flooring, if you lift the planks the wrong way, you’ll break off the click mechanism. Here’s a video that shows the correct way to do it.
Hello. Is Cali Vinyl Pro made with virgin vinyl or recycled vinyl?
Hi Michael,
It’s virgin vinyl, if you like any testing results sent to you just let me know.
What is a legitimate price per sq ft for installation of the Cali Pro floor. A local contractor quoted 2.00 sq ft but as fast and easy as this floor is put DC own, this sounds high. I have 1450 sq ft. The quote does not include moldings.
I guess it may vary depending on your area, but a quick Google search tells me $1.99/sqft is about where it starts.
Walker, are there any videos for installing both stair bullnose and treads that need a finish side on one end?
Sorry Joseph,
We have no such video or installation instructions. The Fossilized stair treads are solid bamboo and are probably best suited for use in an exposed end scenario.
Hi Im confused on which product i have here i dont see either the wordplus or pro. can u tll me which it is? model # 7904005000. i read your reports on Formadehyde but dont understand as levels seemed to vary. Is this floor safe or recommended for someone w/ respiratory issues for in a home?
7904005000 is Aged Hickory Plus. Our vinyl flooring has been thoroughly tested and I can say with certainty that is very safe, even for people with sensitivities.
thank you! cant wait to get this done
Hi, I’m excited because I’m getting ready to purchase Cali LVP Pro. I have one issue, I keep seeing everywhere that there is a 50 year warranty on it, which is awesome. But no where can I find out exactly that that warranty covers. 50 years is great but if I don’t know what exactly is covered, how do I know what the real warranty is.
Does it cover scratches, dings, nicks, moisture damage, etc? Thank you in advance for the information.
Hi Dawn,
Here’s the link where you can find the vinyl flooring warranties (it’s found in the Vinyl Flooring drop down in the main navigation on a desktop). In a nutshell, it covers any manufacturer defects, delamination and the finish will not wear through to the image film layer for 50 years. Normal wear and tear like surface scratches are not covered.
Do you have someone to install the Cali vinyl in Orange County California, or do I have to go to a store and buy it from them to be installed?
We don’t install, but if you give me your zip code, I be happy to track down an installer we’ve worked with in your area.
Can Vinyl Pro be installed in a three season cabin where the winter temp might drop to -25 degrees? The cabin is closed and not heated during the winter in Minnesota.
Yes, but it should absolutely not be walked on if it is below freezing, as it could become brittle.
How about Cali vinyl pro on concrete with hydronic in floor heating. It gets cold here in Wisconsin
Hi Dan,
Just like radiant heating, keep the temperature below 85℉ and when you turn on the system for the first time of the year, raise the temperature very slowly over several days.
Do you carry a laminate product that is a healthier choice than the vinyl flooring? Concerned about the vinyl off gases.How is your product manufactured to be safer than other vinyls? Really interested in purchasing from Cali…but want to know what is the safest floor to install if we have chemical sensitivities .
Hi EJ,
Our Cali Vinyl tests well below the strictest U.S. and European standards of both formaldehyde and phthalates, click the links for the test results.
My Name is Tommy Lee. We like the look and specifications of this product. But Me and my wife are concerned about the phthalates content in this new flooring. There are many articles specifying these chemicals can be harmful to children. I am happy to see the phthalates content sheet on your product page showing detailed information. Are there any plans to create floors without these plasticizers?
Hi Tommy,
Unfortunately, vinyl flooring can’t be made without them. That said, the levels that occur in our floors are well within even the strictest standards. I’m glad you’re doing your research and looking out for your family, we provide these test results because we want our customers to rest assured that the floors in their home are first and foremost safe. You should be skeptical of flooring brands that cannot provide this testing information.
Best,
My name is Kelly Argo and I am a detailer for Keller Interiors in the Birmingham and Tuscaloosa Alabama areas. I do all the flooring details for 3 Birmingham Lowe’s stores as well as the 2 Tuscaloosa Lowe’s stores. I have recently had numerous customer’s that were very interested in the new Cali Vinyl planks once I started telling them about them, and I do have an information sheet on several of he Cali products on hand for them to look , but many of my customers are more hands on or need a visual. l wanted to contact you are directly and see if it may be possible for me to get some samples. I would genuinely appreciate if you could accommodate…. I am a huge Cali fan and bring up your products whenever possible. My address is 275 Hicks Camp Road, Quinton, AL 35130
Hi Kelly,
We heart our fans! I forwarded your message to Chris, he should be contacting you shortly and can get you anything you need.
Best,