Republic brings to your home the classic look of Europe ā venerable oaken floors, rich with history and tradition expressed by wood-like#accented grain, dents and cracks that give off the allure and mystery of old-continent glory. The stunning effects are achieved by medium to heavy embossing on laminate that make the strip plank look practically identical to the#original wood floor ā with durability and affordability no wood can match. The Republic European Collection features Republicās proprietary Triple Moisture Protectionā¢ technology and carries a limited 30 years residential warranty and a limited 5 years commercial warranty.