Alpha In Graphite Acacia SPC Rigid-Core Plank starts at $3.99 per square foot installed in Fort Myers — a dark, charcoal-toned acacia-look floor built on TRUCOR’s rigid SPC core. From Flooring Queen, this plank brings the Alpha collection’s wide 7-inch format and micro-bevel edge to homes that want bold grain without the upkeep of real wood.
Southwest Florida is hard on floors. High humidity, concrete slabs, and the occasional tracked-in sand demand a core that won’t swell, cup, or delaminate — and the SPC construction here is fully dimensionally stable. That makes this plank a practical fit for kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and any below-grade or on-slab space where moisture migration is a real concern.
The graphite acacia tone handles sun-bright Florida rooms without showing every grain of sand or pet paw print between cleanings. The Valinge 5Gi locking system locks tightly on uneven slab surfaces, and the attached IXPE pad adds a buffer that matters in saltwater-coastal cottages and seasonal rental homes where noise transfer and comfort get noticed.
| Construction | SPC |
|---|---|
| Size | 7″ x 48″ |
| Thickness | 5.5 mm |
| Wear Layer | 20 mil / 0.5 mm |
| Attached Pad | IXPE |
| Installation Method | Floating |
| Installation Level | Above, On, Below |
| Click System | Valinge 5Gi |
| Edges | Micro Bevel |
| Finish | TRUWEAR |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Residential / 15 Year Commercial |
At $3.99 per square foot installed, Flooring Queen’s price covers the full scope of a standard job: delivery to your home, removal and disposal of your existing floor covering, surface prep for a typical slab or subfloor, plank installation, baseboard reinstallation, and the transition strips needed between rooms.
Certain situations carry an upcharge — significant subfloor leveling work, stair nosing pieces, unusually complex room layouts, or decorative border details. Flooring Queen offers a free in-home measurement and a written quote before any work begins, so you know exactly what the number is before committing.
Engineered hardwood offers a real wood surface that can be lightly sanded and refinished once or twice over its life — that’s the main advantage it holds over SPC vinyl. It looks and sounds closer to solid hardwood underfoot, and some buyers simply prefer knowing the top layer is genuine wood.
Where Alpha in Graphite Acacia wins the argument is moisture and slab compatibility. Engineered hardwood still swells under standing water and is rarely a safe choice below grade or directly on a concrete slab in a humid climate like Southwest Florida’s. It also costs more to install. If you have bathrooms, a slab foundation, or rental tenants, the SPC plank is the more durable, lower-risk choice.
| Alpha in Graphite Acacia | Engineered Hardwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | 100% waterproof core | Water-sensitive; no standing water |
| Scratch resistance / wear layer | 20 mil TRUWEAR finish | Wood veneer; can scratch, refinish once or twice |
| Comfort underfoot | Firm with IXPE pad | Warmer, slightly softer feel |
| Installed price | $3.99/sq ft | ~$8.99/sq ft |
| Best room | Any level, wet areas ok | Above-grade, dry rooms only |
Sweep or dust-mop daily in high-traffic areas — the charcoal finish shows lighter debris easily. For routine washing, use a pH-neutral cleaner such as Bona Hard-Surface Floor Cleaner or any vinyl-safe product diluted per label directions; avoid anything acidic or abrasive. Never run a steam mop over SPC plank — the sustained heat and moisture can compromise the locking joints and the IXPE pad over time. Skip the beater-bar setting on vacuums as well; the suction-only mode protects the finish. For technical guidance, see the Resilient Floor Covering Institute LVT guide.
The SPC core is fully waterproof — standing water won’t swell or warp the plank itself. What to watch are the seams: prolonged pooling can eventually work moisture below the floor if grout or caulk lines around fixtures aren’t maintained. Wipe up spills promptly and the floor will hold up indefinitely.
The 20 mil wear layer puts this plank at the high end of residential scratch protection, which handles normal dog traffic well. Cleanup is straightforward — the waterproof core means urine doesn’t seep into the plank. Claws from very large breeds can still leave faint marks over years, but it’s among the more resilient options available at this price.
A single room typically runs one day; a full home is usually two to four days depending on layout complexity and how much furniture moving is involved. The Valinge 5Gi floating click system installs efficiently without adhesive, which keeps the timeline tight. Flooring Queen will give you a room-by-room schedule when they measure.
Attached IXPE pad is already bonded to the back of each plank — no separate underlayment purchase needed. That pad dampens sound transmission between the floor and the slab below, which makes a noticeable difference in both noise level and how the floor feels when you’re standing on it for extended periods.
Ongoing costs are minimal. A bottle of pH-neutral vinyl cleaner — brands like Bona Hard-Surface run around $10–$15 — lasts months with normal use. There’s no refinishing, no resealing, and no periodic professional treatment required. Unlike hardwood or tile grout, SPC vinyl has essentially no scheduled maintenance intervals beyond regular cleaning.
TRUCOR provides a limited lifetime warranty for residential use and a 15-year commercial warranty on this plank. Coverage addresses manufacturing defects in the core, wear layer, and finish under normal use conditions. Review the downloadable warranty document for specific exclusions — things like improper installation or flooding are typically outside coverage scope.
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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