Cyrus 2.0 Austell Grove Luxury Vinyl Planks SPC Rigid-Core Plank starts at $3.99/sq ft installed in Fort Myers — a natural-toned wood-look floor built for real life in Southwest Florida. This is MSI Surfaces’ Cyrus 2.0 collection, bringing a grounded, organic palette that reads warm and lived-in without leaning rustic. It’s a practical choice that doesn’t ask you to sacrifice looks for durability.
Southwest Florida homes put flooring through conditions most manufacturers don’t design for: concrete slab subfloors that shift with moisture, salt air that drifts in from the coast, and humidity that rarely lets up. The rigid SPC core in Austell Grove holds dimensionally stable under those conditions — it won’t gap, cup, or buckle the way softer vinyl or laminate can when humidity swings.
The 20-mil wear layer is thick enough to hold up in high-traffic areas, which matters in vacation rentals, snowbird homes that sit empty for months, and busy households with kids and pets. Whether it’s a ground-floor condo in Bonita Springs or a family home in Cape Coral, this floor is built to take daily use without showing it.
| Thickness | 5MM |
|---|---|
| Wear Layer | 20MIL |
| Warranty | Lifetime Limited Residential, 15-Year Limited Light Commercial, 10-Year Limited Commercial |
Flooring Queen installs Austell Grove at $3.99 per square foot, all in. That price covers delivery, removal of your existing floor covering, standard surface prep, the full installation, baseboards, and transition strips — plus cleanup and debris removal when the crew leaves.
Some situations add cost: significant subfloor leveling beyond routine prep, stair nosing, complex diagonal or herringbone layouts, and custom inlay borders are all upcharged because they take more time and material. If you’re not sure what your subfloor needs, don’t guess — Flooring Queen offers a free in-home measurement visit and will put the full scope in writing before any work starts.
Shoppers who want a natural wood look often weigh SPC vinyl against engineered hardwood, and the honest answer is that each wins in different situations. Austell Grove wins on moisture: its SPC core is 100% waterproof, so it can go in bathrooms, laundry rooms, and over a damp slab without risk. Engineered hardwood is more moisture-tolerant than solid wood, but it still has a real wood veneer that can swell or delaminate if water sits on it.
Engineered hardwood wins on feel and resale perception — real wood has a warmth underfoot and a look that buyers respond to. It can also be lightly refinished if the veneer is thick enough, extending its life in a way vinyl can’t match. For coastal Florida homes with humidity, slab foundations, and rental traffic, SPC is the more practical call. For a primary bedroom or a dry living area where aesthetics are the priority, engineered hardwood is worth the premium.
| Cyrus 2.0 Austell Grove Luxury Vinyl Planks | Engineered Hardwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | 100% waterproof core | Water-tolerant, not waterproof |
| Scratch resistance / wear layer | 20-mil wear layer | Depends on veneer thickness and finish |
| Comfort underfoot | Firm; rigid core, minimal give | Warmer feel; slight flex |
| Installed price | $3.99/sq ft installed | ~$8.99/sq ft installed |
| Best room | Kitchens, baths, high-humidity areas | Living rooms, dry bedrooms |
Sweep or dust-mop Austell Grove regularly — fine grit from sandy Southwest Florida floors is the most common cause of surface wear over time. For damp cleaning, use a pH-neutral vinyl floor cleaner such as Bona Stone, Tile & Laminate or a dedicated SPC-safe formula diluted per label directions. Do not use a steam mop — the heat and pressurized moisture can compromise the locking joints and any attached underlayment over time. Avoid abrasive scrubbers, paste wax, or solvent-based cleaners, all of which can dull or damage the wear layer. For technical guidance, see the World Floor Covering Association vinyl flooring guide.
Austell Grove is fully waterproof — the SPC core will not absorb or swell if water sits on it. That said, standing water left long enough can work its way under the planks at seams or wall edges, so wiping up spills and puddles promptly is still good practice.
The 20-mil wear layer on this plank is one of the thicker options in the residential vinyl category, and it holds up well against pet nails and everyday scratching. Cleanup of accidents is straightforward — the waterproof core means moisture doesn’t wick into the plank. Trimming nails regularly will extend the surface life further.
Yes — Flooring Queen installs Austell Grove throughout Southwest Florida, including Cape Coral, Naples, Estero, Bonita Springs, and surrounding communities. If you’re unsure whether your address falls within the service area, just call or request a measure online and the team will confirm.
Exact plank dimensions weren’t included in the product data provided, so we’d recommend confirming length and width directly with Flooring Queen before ordering. Plank size affects how the floor scales in a room — longer, wider boards tend to make smaller spaces feel more open and require fewer seams across large areas.
The product specifications on file don’t confirm whether Austell Grove includes a pre-attached pad — check with Flooring Queen at the time of your measure. If a pad is attached, it adds a modest amount of cushion and sound absorption underfoot; if not, a thin underlayment can be added during installation depending on subfloor conditions.
Austell Grove works on any above-grade or on-grade level — living rooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and bedrooms are all appropriate. It is not rated for below-grade installation such as a true basement, though true basements are uncommon in Southwest Florida slab construction. Wet saunas and steam rooms are also not suitable environments for SPC vinyl.
We chose every vinyl product in this catalog because it stands up to the realities of Florida living: humidity, sandy substrate, busy households. Flooring Queen installs what we sell, licensed and insured. Free in-home measure: (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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