Cairo Oak & Calypso Oak Comparison

You want the floors in your home to look good, but they also have to be functional. You want something that's going to last for a long time, as well as be easy to maintain and perfectly complement your decor. For a long time, hardwood floors added something extra to a home - and they still do today, but they aren't the only option and in many cases, they aren't the best option either. Most people are looking for flooring options that complement their lifestyle and don't require a lot of time and effort. For people like that, luxury vinyl flooring can be the perfect solution.

COREtec Cairo Oak vs Calypso Oak

Two of the most popular products at Georgia Carpet are COREtec Cairo and Calypso Oak. We have sold nearly half a million square feet of Cairo Oak COREtec in the last year because it's so popular. These two styles have caught the eye of interior decorators and homeowners alike with their stunning wood shading, durability and realistic wood visuals. When it comes to the popularity of Calypso Oak vs Cairo Oak, it's hard to say which one people like more.

Recently, traditional, natural wood colors have made a comeback. In the past, darker colors with grey tones were in demand for that modern feel. With Cairo and Calypso Oak COREtec, there is a sense of warmth and new life breathed into today's decor. They have a longer plank size that gives a sense of grandeur and uniqueness.

Composition

When it comes to the composition of COREtec Cairo Oak vs Calypso Oak, these designs are very similar visually, but a few specific features set them apart. Cairo Oak has an SPC (stone plastic composite) core, which ensures firmness and durability. SPC is considered the most rigid vinyl flooring, while Calypso is more flexible with its WPC (wood plastic composite) core. While neither type is better than the other, the difference in composition may be important depending on where and how you plan to install the flooring.

Installation

Calypso flooring is thicker than Cairo Oak flooring and simply floats/clicks into place, whereas LVP Cairo Oak flooring has longer planks that can be glued or floated. Both have attached cork backings for a quieter, warmer floor naturally resistant to mold and mildew that can cause odors. Your installation preference may play a role in determining which flooring is right for your space. For example, if you definitely want to glue your flooring, Cairo Oak may be a better option.

Durability

Another feature when it comes to COREtec Cairo Oak vs Calypso Oak is durability, which is the top trait of these styles. They have an Armourbead™ wear layer that offers astounding performance. All COREtec floors are dimensionally stable and will not expand or contract due to temperature or humidity under normal conditions.

No matter where you lay these floors in your home, you'll take pride in their aesthetically pleasing looks and feel good about how long they can last. Your family will enjoy the comfort and beauty of either of these flooring options for a long time.

These products are as stylish as they are strong. Since the popularity of these colors has risen, Georgia Carpet offers a private-label product with similar colors. Bluegrass has an SPC core and is an excellent alternative to Cairo and COREtec Calypso Oak. These particular colors are in high demand, so Georgia Carpet will be stocking more products like Mannington Swiss Oak Almond that have the same color palette. Make sure to check out our in-stock Cairo and Calypso Oak COREtec flooring today and read our COREtec flooring reviews to find the right flooring for your needs.