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You deserve a floor that doesn’t make you compromise between beauty, durability, and value. Enter Mavericks – CALI’s next generation of luxury laminate. Like the epic-sized waves of the surf break they’re named after, these waterproof planks are the largest CALI has ever made, with incredibly realistic hardwood looks you have to see to believe. Plus, they’re extra scratch-resistant, easy to clean, pet-friendly, and won’t break your renovation budget. And unlike the laminate of yesteryear, Mavericks contains natural materials and is NALFA and FloorScore certified for healthy homes. So, start reimagining the floor your home deserves, and catch the Mavericks wave today.
CALI is proud to debut our first line in our laminate flooring category. Shorebreak features stone and marble styles that are ultra-realistic and made to be stronger, lighter, warmer, and easier to install and clean than the real thing. This modernized laminate tile is strengthened by a high-density wood core for 100% waterproof flooring that is safe for families, and delivers an instant upgrade to kitchens and bathrooms.
CALI Turf is a smarter, more planet-friendly artificial lawn, and so realistic, you’ll never miss the real thing. An extra lifelike design combines blades of different heights, textures, thicknesses, and direction in four different colorshades – giving you a lush, green yard without the water, mowing, allergies, or mess. Crafted for longevity and minimal upkeep, all turf styles are 100% recyclable, phthalate-free, pet-friendly, and made with improved drainage for easy cleaning.
XL is the longer and wider sibling to our best-value-per-square-foot Select line of vinyl plank floors.
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Better Homes and Gardens magazine has selected Cali Vinyl Longboards as their 2023 Best Wide Plank Vinyl Floor!
CALI Rugs let you unroll instant style. This collection is designed to pair with CALI flooring and decking, with classic neutrals and modern patterns in multiple sizes to fit any space. Most styles also include round and runner options. Find the perfect rug for each room, with durable, low piles for high traffic zones, and thick, shag options where you want a little extra luxury or texture. Like all CALI products, rugs are durable and easy to maintain. Woven in Belgium and Turkey, each piece is kid and pet-friendly with a non-shedding, stain-resistant construction. There are even outdoor styles to upgrade decks and patios. And all are curated to deliver a touch of CALI coastal attitude. Shop CALI Rugs – for spaces that feel authentically you.
Using vinyl flooring will always be a good option when it comes to maintenance and cleaning.
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DIY Creator Molly Tally installs Laguna Sand Cali Vinyl flooring in her kid's new extreme playroom.
Use our new flooring visualizer to help see what new flooring can look like in your home! All you have to do is take a clear, bright photograph of your room and upload it to our online visualizer. Once uploaded, you can swipe through our full catalog of floors to see what they'll look like in your home.
2. Feel the texture.
3. Test it.
4. Order two.
5. Taste the difference?
With undetectable VOCs, CALI’s hybrid hardwood-rigid core planks were the right fit for Mike Bender — screenwriter and creator of Awkward Family Photos – in his quest to create a home that would best support significant health struggles due to Lyme disease. The resulting Santa Barbara “quiet home” features everything from advanced ventilation and whole-house water filtration to specialized wiring that blocks problematic electromagnetic fields.
Bender shares his story in the March 2022 issue of Men’s Health.
Recycled
TruOrganics, CALI’s line of composite decking is made of 100% recycled materials – that's 60% reclaimed wood fiber and 40% recycled high-density plastics. So both you and Mother Nature can rest easy
The Look
Our line of composite decking, TruOrganics, has a modern, matte finish without the shiny plastic look. That, plus hardwood texturing and natural color options -- all aimed to complement your home and boost some serious curb appeal.
Durability
CALI’s line of composite decking, TruOrganics, is made to withstand it all. A four-sided wrap shield protects planks from the elements while keeping them easy to clean. So you can enjoy your new outdoor refuge without the stress.
Pre-Installation - 00:38
Flooring Acclimation - 00:52
Tools Needed - 01:52
Installing the First Row - 03:36
Installing Middle Rows - 04:27
Cleaning Up Glue - 04:57
Undercutting Door Frames - 05:07
Installing Last Row - 05:31
Concealing Nail Holes - 05:42
Replacing Floor Molding - 05:48
For detailed downloadable installation guides, visit the Cali website:
Explore Meritage extra wide engineered wood flooring:
Learn how to install Cali's newest line of luxury vinyl plank flooring Cali Vinyl Legends. Legends, is designed to look and feel like real wood. Beautiful colors and authentic textures make this collection a perfect fit for any household in need of stunning yet waterproof flooring.
Tools:
- Tape measure and pencil
- Utility knife
- Rubber mallet and a tapping block
- Miter saw and a table saw
- Double-sided pull bar
- 3/8 inch spacers
If your door jambs require under-cutting, you'll also require a multi-function tool with a saw blade attachment.
Topics Covered:
Pre-installation Steps - 00:18
Expansion Space - 00:48
Flooring Acclimation - 01:03
Tools Needed - 01:21
Laying Planks - 01:59
Undercutting Door Jambs - 03:46
Installing the Final Row - 04:11
Finishing the Install - 04:24
Visit our DIY flooring resource center for even more detailed information:
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Topics Covered
Pre-installation Steps - 00:37
Flooring Acclimation - 01:15
Expansion Space - 01:54
Tongue & Groove vs. Click Lock - 02:44
Tools Needed - 03:13
Laying Planks - 03:52
Undercutting Door Jambs - 04:44
Finishing the Install - 05:16
Learn how to quickly and correctly install Cali Vinyl Longboards luxury plank flooring.
Pre-Installation - 00:19
Preparing the subfloor - 00:29
Expansion Gaps - 00:48
Flooring Acclimation - 01:30
Tool Required - 01:49
Laying the first 3 rows - 02:31
Laying additional rows - 03:32
Undercutting door jambs - 03:46
Laying the final row - 04:12
Finishing the floor - 04:26
The new collection includes 12 coastal-themed styles with attached acoustic padding for quieter, more comfortable rooms. Like the original Cali Vinyl Pro line, planks are 100% waterproof and strengthened with a GeoCore spine of limestone composite.
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In this video, Laura walks you through how to quickly float vinyl plank flooring in your space. Topics covered include:
Preinstallation Steps - 00:16
Tools Needed - 00:54
Laying the 1st Row - 01:26
Trimming a Plank - 01:58
Laying the 2nd Row - 02:15
Undercutting Door Jambs - 03:14
Ripping a Plank - 03:40
Installing the Last Row - 03:49
Uninstalling Planks - 03:16
Cali's new line of cork flooring features 4 new colors and our widest plank format at nearly12 inches wide! This eco-friendly, naturally comfortable flooring option is low-VOC, naturally water-resistant, and anti-microbial.
In this installation video, we'll show how to quickly and easily float Cali Cork click-lock plank flooring. Additional flooring installation topics include:
00:13 - Preparing the subfloor
00:20 - Flooring Acclimation
00:41 - Tools Needed
02:15 - Undercutting Door Frames
02:48 - Replacing Trim
Before you can begin installing new flooring, you may need to remove your old flooring and prepare your subfloor. Learn about the different types of subfloors and how to prepare them for new flooring.
So you’re planning to install your own flooring! DIY flooring projects can be exciting and rewarding, but like many home improvement endeavors, do-it-yourself installations can become frustrating without proper guidance. We want to make sure you have all the tips and tools you need for success. The first step to starting your DIY flooring project is to understand your needs. So, let’s dive in.
Are you searching the galaxy for fresh, new flooring? Whether you’re still shopping around or have already locked in a color and style, knowing the square footage of the room or rooms or starship you want to refloor is a must. Learn how to calculate square footage of your room easily ... like a Jedi Master!
Acclimation is the process that prepares new flooring material for its new home. Acclimating flooring adjusts the moisture level of the wood to the moisture level of where it will be installed. Learn how to properly acclimate your new flooring prior to installation.
Because the surface of the wood is now more openly exposed, hardwax oil finished floors tend to be a bit more susceptible to scratches, but unlike traditional finishes, repairing a hardwax oil finished floor is quick and easy with Mowhawk® brand touch-up markers and Fil-Stiks®.
Use Mowhawk® Pro-Mark II - M267-477 finish pen and Mowhawk® Ultra™ Bond Waterborne Clear Finish Marker - M292-0040 to repair scratches on Barnwood flooring. First clean the floor with Rubio Monocoat Surface Care or Rubio’s Soap, diluted 10:1 with water and allow the floor to dry completely. Next, use the Mowhawk® finish pen on the scratch and immediately wipe once with a clean cloth. Lastly seal the repair using the clear finish marker and immediately wipe once with a clean cloth.
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Because the surface of the wood is now more openly exposed, hardwax oil finished floors tend to be a bit more susceptible to scratches, but unlike traditional finishes, repairing a hardwax oil finished floor is quick and easy with Mowhawk® brand touch-up markers and Fil-Stiks®.
Use Mowhawk® Fil-Stiks® - M230-0503 and Mowhawk® Ultra™ Bond Waterborne Clear Finish Marker - M292-0040 to repair scratches on Beachwood flooring. First clean the floor with Rubio Monocoat Surface Care or Rubio’s Soap, diluted 10:1 with water and allow the floor to dry completely. Next, use the Mowhawk® Fil-Stik® on the scratch and wipe once with a clean cloth. Lastly seal the repair using the clear finish marker and immediately wipe once with a clean cloth.
Music: "Somatou" by Kakurenbo (http://kakurenbokkrnb.wix.com/kakurenbo)
To keep your hardwax oil finish floors looking great, we recommend keeping the surface free of dust and debris by regularly sweeping or using a vacuum designed for hard floors. For soiled spots and high traffic areas, we recommend damp mopping with a mixture of Rubio Monocoat Surface Care or Rubio’s Soap, diluted 10:1 with water.
IMPORTANT - Do not use cleaners other than Rubio Monocoat as most of these will harm hardwax oil finishes. Music: "Somatou" by Kakurenbo (http://kakurenbokkrnb.wix.com/kakurenbo)
Every 1-3 years, we recommend using a color-matched Rubio Maintenance Oil to rejuvenate the color of your floor’s high traffic areas.
Use Rubio® Monocoat Charcoal Maintenance Oil to bring the color back to Barnwood flooring. First clean the floor with Rubio Monocoat Surface Care or Rubio’s Soap, diluted 10:1 with water and allow the floor to dry completely. Next, simply apply your charcoal maintenance oil with a cloth, brush or sponge to worn areas only. Allow the oil to penetrate for 1 minute then wipe excess oil with a clean cloth. Be sure to wait 4-6 hours after treating floors before you walk on or return furniture to the floor.
Music: "Somatou" by Kakurenbo (http://kakurenbokkrnb.wix.com/kakurenbo)
Hardwax oil finishes are becoming a popular alternative to traditional aluminum oxide finishes due to their natural, unfinished look and feel that brings out, rather than covers up, the true beauty and texture of the wood. While still providing homeowners an effective and durable floor finish, hardwax oil finishes require a bit more TLC over the floor’s lifetime.
Typically, traditional finishes are added to the top of the wood, in layers, building up a dense scratch and moisture barrier that seals off the wood’s surface. Hardwax Oil finishes, however, penetrate the wood’s pores, bonding with its fibers to strengthen and protect the wood from within. Once cured, the surface hardens creating a soft matte sheen that highlights and bring out the wood’s bold grain and natural beauty.
Music: "Somatou" by Kakurenbo (http://kakurenbokkrnb.wix.com/kakurenbo)
Pre-Installation - 00:37
Tools Needed - 01:17
First Two Rows - 02:01
Trimming A Plank - 03:02
Remaining Rows - 03:25
Undercutting Door Jambs - 04:01
Uninstalling Planks - 04:31
Baseboards & Trim - 04:57
Quick Links:
Cali Vinyl Pro Flooring - http://bit.ly/CALI-VINYL-PRO
Download PDF Instructions - bit.ly/CALI-VINYL-PRO-PDF
Homeowner DIY Gallery - bit.ly/CALI-VINYL-DIY-INSTALLS
What is Engineered Hardwood Flooring? Learn why engineered flooring's layered construction makes it a versatile wood option you should be considering in your home.
Inspired by our Southern California roots, Cali Vinyl® Longboards are longer, broader and the most stunningly realistic waterproof vinyl floors we've ever produced. Planks measure over 70 inches long by 9 inches wide. That’s almost 6 feet -- over 45% longer than before… meaning installations go faster and rooms look bigger. A GeoCore limestone composite foundation delivers commercial-grade durability and stability allowing you to lay planks right out of the box without any acclimation or transition pieces. All this, plus an extra-thick 20mil wear layer for scratch protection against dogs, sandy feet, and all the party people in your life. Attached acoustic padding on each plank makes for quieter rooms and softer steps... and specialized embossing on the surface means planks not only look just like hardwood -- they feel like it too.
Coffee BamDeck® Composite Decking by Cali Decking smart and modern outdoor flooring solution for all seasons.
In this episode, Antonio and his team of pet-friendly builders use Gray Ash Cali Vinyl flooring in this basement Chinchilla Chill Pad. This waterproof flooring is great for pets and is super easy to clean and looking great. The Gray Ash color Antonio chose for these two rooms gives a neutral foundation that makes the wood accents and décor really pop!


