Kona SPC Rigid-Core Plank starts at $3.99 per square foot installed in Fort Myers — a warm walnut-look floor from Neptune’s Allusive collection built to hold up in the humidity and heat of Southwest Florida. At 9.13 inches wide and over five feet long, each plank reads as genuine wood without any of hardwood’s moisture vulnerabilities. It’s a practical choice for homeowners who want the look without the upkeep.
Southwest Florida is hard on floors. High humidity, concrete slab construction, and the salt air that drifts inland from the coast all put constant pressure on materials that aren’t built for moisture. Kona’s 100% waterproof rigid core won’t swell, buckle, or warp — making it a dependable fit for kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and any space that sees water.
The 22-mil wear layer is thick enough to handle sandy foot traffic, pet claws, and the heavy use that rental properties and seasonal homes take. The pre-attached IXPE backing adds a small cushion over concrete slabs and helps muffle sound — useful in open floor plans common to Florida builds.
| Plank Width | 9.13″ / 232 mm |
|---|---|
| Plank Length | 60.2″ / 1529 mm |
| Thickness | 0.39″ / 10 mm |
| Click System | Angle-Tight |
| Finish | Shadetech with Anti-microbial properties |
Flooring Queen installs Kona at $3.99 per square foot, and that price covers the full scope of a standard job: removing and disposing of your existing flooring, getting the subfloor surface-ready, floating the new planks, and finishing with baseboards and transition strips where needed.
Extra charges apply when the subfloor needs significant leveling work beyond routine prep, or for stair nosing, intricate layout patterns, or custom borders. Before any work begins, we send a measurer to your home at no charge and provide a written quote spelling out exactly what’s included. No surprises on install day.
Shoppers drawn to the walnut look often weigh SPC rigid-core against engineered hardwood. Engineered hardwood has real wood on the surface, so it can be lightly sanded and refinished once or twice — that’s a genuine advantage for a long-term owner who wants to freshen the floor years down the road. It also tends to feel warmer and quieter underfoot than vinyl.
Kona wins on moisture. Engineered hardwood tolerates moderate humidity swings but isn’t waterproof — a leak, standing water, or a Florida slab that breathes moisture upward can cause cupping or delamination. Kona’s rigid core is fully waterproof, its 22-mil wear layer resists scratches better than most hardwood finishes, and the installed price is meaningfully lower. For bathrooms, rental properties, or anywhere water exposure is likely, Kona is the more practical choice.
| Kona | Engineered Hardwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | 100% waterproof core and surface | Moisture-tolerant, not waterproof |
| Scratch resistance / wear layer | 22-mil commercial-grade wear layer | Aluminum-oxide finish; can be refinished |
| Comfort underfoot | Firm; pre-attached IXPE backing cushions slightly | Warmer, slightly softer feel |
| Installed price | $3.99 / sq ft installed | ~$8.99 / sq ft installed |
| Best room | Kitchens, baths, rentals, slabs | Dry living areas, bedrooms |
Sweep or dust-mop Kona regularly to keep grit from grinding against the wear surface — that’s especially important in Florida homes where sand tracks in year-round. Damp-mop with a pH-neutral vinyl floor cleaner such as Bona Stone, Tile & Laminate or a manufacturer-approved vinyl solution; avoid anything acidic, oil-based, or abrasive. Skip steam mops entirely — sustained heat and pressurized moisture can compromise the locking joints and pre-attached backing over time. A walk-off mat at entry doors cuts cleaning frequency noticeably and extends the life of the wear layer. For technical guidance, see the World Floor Covering Association vinyl flooring guide.
Kona’s rigid SPC core is 100% waterproof — standing water on the surface won’t penetrate or swell the plank itself. That said, water that seeps under the floor and sits at the subfloor level for an extended period is a subfloor problem, not a flooring problem, and should be addressed separately.
Kona’s 22-mil wear layer is a commercial-grade thickness that handles pet nails, claws, and the sliding stops dogs make on hard floors. Cleanup is straightforward — the surface is non-porous, so accidents wipe up without soaking in. It won’t be scratch-proof against a large dog that digs, but it holds up well under normal pet activity.
Flooring Queen installs Kona throughout Southwest Florida, including Cape Coral, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, and surrounding communities. If you’re unsure whether your address falls within the service area, call or use the online form — we’ll confirm quickly and schedule your in-home measure.
Kona’s rigid SPC construction is dimensionally stable through the humidity and temperature swings a vacant Florida home goes through over a long summer. Unlike solid hardwood, it won’t cup or gap as conditions cycle. Keeping the AC set to at least 78°F while you’re away protects the floor and the rest of the home.
At 9.13 inches wide and just over 60 inches long, each plank is on the larger end of standard residential sizing. Wide planks make small rooms feel more open by reducing the number of seams, but they can look proportionally heavy in very narrow spaces like a single-wall galley. In most Florida open-plan layouts, the size reads well.
Neptune backs Kona with a lifetime limited residential warranty, plus a 15-year warranty for light commercial and commercial use. Warranty coverage typically addresses manufacturing defects, wear-through of the surface layer, and structural integrity under normal use conditions. Review the full warranty document for exclusions — installation over an improper subfloor or use of non-approved cleaners can void coverage.
Twenty years of installing waterproof vinyl in Southwest Florida means we know which SPC cores hold up to slab moisture and which don’t. Licensed, insured, family-run. Written installed quote before any work starts: (239) 763-0770.
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Reviewed by Jack Maya, Lead Installer at Flooring Queen — 20+ years installing flooring in Southwest Florida.
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