Durapalm

Novato,  CA 
United States
https://www.durapalm.com
  • Booth: 1031

Durapalm produces distinctive palm wood flooring for designers, architects, builders, and installers who value material character and responsible sourcing. Our flooring is made from palm trees harvested at the end of their agricultural lifecycle. Sourced from existing plantations, palm wood offers a renewable alternative to slow-growing hardwoods while delivering bold linear grain, natural variation, and a strong visual presence. Durapalm flooring is used in residential, hospitality, retail, and commercial interiors where texture and authenticity matter. Palm wood’s density and durability make it well suited for high-use environments, while its organic appearance supports biophilic and material-forward design approaches. Each installation highlights the natural markings of the palm, creating spaces that feel warm, grounded, and unique. We work closely with the design and building community to provide flooring that is practical to specify, visually compelling, and rooted in thoughtful sourcing, offering a contemporary, renewable alternative to traditional hardwoods.


 Press Releases

  • For Immediate Release
    March 5, 2026

     

    Smith & Fong will showcase Durapalm® palm wood flooring at the 2026 NWFA Expo in Orlando, FL, highlighting a distinctive alternative to traditional hardwood flooring.

    Durapalm flooring is made from palm wood harvested at the end of its agricultural lifecycle and transformed into a durable, visually striking flooring product. Known for its bold linear grain and natural variation, palm wood offers a unique aesthetic that stands apart from conventional hardwood species while delivering strong performance for residential and commercial interiors.

    Available in a range of finishes designed to complement modern, contemporary, and tropical-inspired spaces, Durapalm flooring is engineered to simplify installation for flooring professionals.

    Architects, designers, builders, retailers, and installers are invited to visit the Durapalm booth to experience the material firsthand and learn more about specifying palm wood flooring for distinctive interior spaces.

    Durapalm is part of Smith & Fong’s portfolio of renewable building materials, which also includes Plyboo® bamboo flooring products. For more than 37 years, Smith & Fong has introduced innovative and sustainable floor coverings to the North American market.

    Visit Durapalm at Booth 1031 during the NWFA Expo to learn more.

    www.durapalm.com

     

    About Durapalm® by Smith & Fong

    Durapalm® is a line of palm wood flooring and architectural materials manufactured by Smith & Fong. Made from palm trees harvested at the end of their agricultural lifecycle, Durapalm products transform an underutilized resource into durable, visually distinctive materials for residential and commercial interiors. Smith & Fong has been a pioneer in renewable building materials for more than 37 years and is also the creator of Plyboo® bamboo products.


 Products

  • Black Sand | Durapalm Palm Wood Flooring

    Deep, dramatic, and graphic. Black Sand intensifies the natural fiber pattern of palm wood, delivering high contrast and a contemporary edge suited for statement interiors.

    Material: Durable palm wear layer over sustainable plantation grown eucalyptus base

    Standard Size(s): 
    9/16” x 3.5” x Random Lengths 12” to 60”
    14mm x 90mm x Random Lengths 305mm to 1.5m

    Installation: Click Lock or Tongue and Groove

    Finish: Durable and scratch resistant, Matte PPG UV acrylic. Textured grain

    Hardness: 
    1200 – 1500lbs
    545kg – 681kg

    Weight: 
    2.2 lbs. / sq. ft.
    10.75 kg / m2

    Emissions: Meets or surpasses ULEF (ultra low emitting formaldehyde) standards under CARB ll

    CSI Document: CSI – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Installation Guide: Installation – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Warranty: Warranty – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

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  • Tropical Dusk | Durapalm Palm Wood Flooring

    A warm, medium-brown finish that amplifies palm wood’s bold linear grain. Tropical Dusk brings depth and movement to the floor, creating a grounded foundation with strong visual rhythm.

    Material: Durable palm wear layer over sustainable plantation grown eucalyptus base

    Standard Size(s): 
    9/16” x 3.5” x Random Lengths 12” to 60”
    14mm x 90mm x Random Lengths 305mm to 1.5m

    Installation: Click Lock or Tongue and Groove

    Finish: Durable and scratch resistant, Matte PPG UV acrylic

    Hardness: 
    1200 – 1500lbs
    545kg – 681kg

    Weight: 
    2.2 lbs. / sq. ft.
    10.75 kg / m2

    Emissions: Meets or surpasses ULEF (ultra low emitting formaldehyde) standards under CARB ll

    CSI Document: CSI – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Installation Guide: Installation – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Warranty: Warranty – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

     

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  • Reef | Durapalm Palm Wood Flooring

    Light and expressive, Reef highlights the organic texture of palm wood with higher contrast and visible variation. Ideal for interiors that lean into material character and natural light.

    Material: Durable palm wear layer over sustainable plantation grown eucalyptus base

    Standard Size(s): 
    9/16” x 3.5” x Random Lengths 12” to 60”
    14mm x 90mm x Random Lengths 305mm to 1.5m

    Installation: Click Lock or Tongue and Groove

    Finish: Durable and scratch resistant, Matte PPG UV acrylic

    Hardness: 
    1200 – 1500lbs
    545kg – 681kg

    Weight: 
    2.2 lbs. / sq. ft.
    10.75 kg / m2

    Emissions: Meets or surpasses ULEF (ultra low emitting formaldehyde) standards under CARB ll

    CSI Document: CSI – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Installation Guide: Installation – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Warranty: Warranty – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

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  • Lava Stone | Durapalm Palm Wood Flooring

    A balanced mid-tone finish that softens contrast while maintaining palm wood’s distinctive grain structure. Lava Stone works seamlessly across residential and commercial environments.

    Material: Durable palm wear layer over sustainable plantation grown eucalyptus base

    Standard Size(s): 
    9/16” x 3.5” x Random Lengths 12” to 60”
    14mm x 90mm x Random Lengths 305mm to 1.5m

    Installation: Click Lock or Tongue and Groove

    Finish: Durable and scratch resistant, Matte PPG UV acrylic

    Hardness: 
    1200 – 1500lbs
    545kg – 681kg

    Weight: 
    2.2 lbs. / sq. ft.
    10.75 kg / m2

    Emissions: Meets or surpasses ULEF (ultra low emitting formaldehyde) standards under CARB ll

    CSI Document: CSI – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Installation Guide: Installation – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Warranty: Warranty – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

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  • Island Starscape | Durapalm Palm Wood Flooring

    Cool undertones and refined grain definition give Island Starscape a sophisticated, contemporary presence. A strong choice for modern interiors seeking subtle texture without overpowering the space.

    Material: Durable palm wear layer over sustainable plantation grown eucalyptus base

    Standard Size(s): 
    9/16” x 3.5” x Random Lengths 12” to 60”
    14mm x 90mm x Random Lengths 305mm to 1.5m

    Installation: Click Lock or Tongue and Groove

    Finish: Durable and scratch resistant, Matte PPG UV acrylic

    Hardness: 
    1200 – 1500lbs
    545kg – 681kg

    Weight: 
    2.2 lbs. / sq. ft.
    10.75 kg / m2

    Emissions: Meets or surpasses ULEF (ultra low emitting formaldehyde) standards under CARB ll

    CSI Document: CSI – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Installation Guide: Installation – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Warranty: Warranty – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

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  • Brushed Tusk | Durapalm Palm Wood Flooring

    Natural contrast meets tactile character. Brushed Tusk showcases the dense fiber structure of palm wood while offering a finish that feels both authentic and enduring.

    Material: Durable palm wear layer over sustainable plantation grown eucalyptus base

    Standard Size(s): 
    9/16” x 3.5” x Random Lengths 12” to 60”
    14mm x 90mm x Random Lengths 305mm to 1.5m

    Installation: Click Lock or Tongue and Groove

    Finish: Durable and scratch resistant, Matte PPG UV acrylic

    Hardness: 
    1200 – 1500lbs
    545kg – 681kg

    Weight: 
    2.2 lbs. / sq. ft.
    10.75 kg / m2

    Emissions: Meets or surpasses ULEF (ultra low emitting formaldehyde) standards under CARB ll

    CSI Document: CSI – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Installation Guide: Installation – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Warranty: Warranty – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

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  • Sugar Deco | Durapalm Palm Wood Flooring

    A rich, caramel-toned finish that highlights palm wood’s bold, directional grain. Sugar Deco brings warmth and graphic contrast to the floor, creating depth and movement with unmistakable character.

    Material: Indian Black Palm Top, Stranded Bamboo Base

    Standard Size(s): 9/16” x 5” x 72” (14mm x 125mm x 1.829m)

    Installation: Click Lock or Tongue and Groove

    Finish: Durable and scratch resistant, satin UV finish

    Hardness: 3200lbs / 1455kg Average

    Weight: 
    2.4 lbs. / sq. ft.
    11.74 kg / m2

    Emissions: CEPH/EHLB Cal.Sec. 01350 Passed, Urea-Formaldehyde Free

    CSI Document: CSI – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Installation Guide: Installation – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

    Warranty: Warranty – DuraPalm Flooring (PDF)

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