We are looking at that flooring also. Were you able to get any reviews or feedback about it? what did you decide to go with? (we are also trying to avoid PVC)

And if you do decide to go with Sono Eclipse flooring, make sure it is the newer "Sono Eclipse" line, and not the older "Sono" line. The older line had problems with durability because the underlayment wasn't attached. The newer Sono Eclipse line has the underlayment attached.

Danny,

Please provide photos & color. Thx, so much! Linda

Those pictures are all from the same time of day, just differently lit spots of the house. The last picture is in non natural lighting in a small room, and the other pictures are in a larger room with natural lighting and some furniture casting shadows.

The color is "Sunwashed"

@Danny Kerner

Did you add an additional underlayment or just use the one attached? Everything i've heard in the past says to add a good underlayment and how important it is and how cheap the attached ones usually are, but i'm concerned about affecting the locking mechanism. Instructions don't seem to have any recommendations.

I just used the attached underlayment plus the recommended 6 mil moisture barrier. I used the MP Global moisture barrier: https://www.greenbuildingsupply.com/MP-Global-Moisture-Block

But no other underlayment! It seems fine like this, I haven't had issues so far. As long as you make sure your slab/subfloor is level before install you should be okay! There is some slight creaking/movement in the areas where my concrete slab wasn't totally level, but everywhere else the floor is great. If you are really concerned and if you want to use some extra underlayment, you can call Sono and ask. They are very willing to answer questions, I asked a bunch when I first ordered the flooring.

Thanks Danny. I'll give them a call and ask if i can add a 3mm EVA foam. Our house was made in the 1950s so the subfloor is basically a bunch of wooden planks (almost like deck boards) with gaps. I think we'll need to put down a layer of plywood first.

No problem! Yeah, just give them a call and explain your situation. I'm not sure what they'd recommend for your subfloor

I did a great deal of research before buying sono eclipse and having it professionally installed. I was aware there were issues with the first generation of this flooring but decided to take the chance, hoping the issues were completely resolved.

Unfortunately, only a litlle over one year after initial install, and after just extending the flooring into our new kitchen, the floor is failing in numerous places. We were super carefull in every way with our beautiful flooring. Thought this was the last floor we would ever need. The entire top layer is now peeling off, like a big sticker. Each area starts with a small clear bubble.. Very disappointed, will see what inhaus does to make this right.

C L-E, do you have any updates on your flooring issues? We are building a new house and I finally found a good price on the Sono Eclipse to have as healthy a floor as possible for my 4 kids, but then I saw your comment here. Yikes! Would love to know what Inhaus said about your issues you've experienced.

Danny, how is your floor holding up? Still loving it?

Thanks so much!

We have SONO Pacific Beach throughout our entire home (over 2100 sq ft) It was installed in 2018. This is a summer home that has been used maybe 5-7 weekends a year up until last June when we moved in full time. It is only my husband and myself and an occasional visit from kids/grandkids. The entire floor is failing. The short ends of the boards are all lifting and gapping, and we have two boards with ends that have completely broken off. Inhaus is refusing to warranty this, other than providing a direct product swap (no install) or a reimbursement for the WHOLESALE price that they sold it to the distributor for. The distributor has dropped their entire line and does not carry it anymore, so Inhaus is saying they are not responsible for that portion of the warranty. Why is this in any way my problem? It is a MANUFACTURER'S defect, the distributor and installer should not have any part of this transaction. When a company warranties a product, that warranty should include removal and replacement. Looking for advice from anyone else out there who is in this position. I think there should be a full reimbursement by Inhaus... maybe a class action lawsuit is in order? Anyone else reached out for legal advice on this?

I would like to add... this floor is extremely hard to keep clean. I have to wash three times (three times in a row) in order to get the mop and water to come up clean. I have never had any issues with stone/wood floors before... Just this man-made garbage. Travertine and hardwood don't offgas either... Stick with what is natural. It costs more, but it is worth it in the end, finacially and for the sake of you and your family's health.

I also have had problems with cleaning this floor! I used very little water since the floors are not very dirty and with each cleaning the floor seems to become more dull in some areas. Looks terrible.

complete trash product. Company will not stand behind. Do NOT buy. RUN.