Cyrus Boswell Luxury Vinyl Planks SPC Rigid-Core Plank starts at $3.99 per square foot installed in Fort Myers — a charcoal-toned wood-look floor built for homes that demand real durability. Made by MSI Surfaces under the CYRUS collection, Boswell pairs a deep, cool charcoal finish with the rigid backbone that Southwest Florida’s slab-on-grade construction calls for. It’s understated and practical in equal measure.
SPC rigid-core construction means the plank won’t flex or buckle when humidity swings — a genuine advantage in a coastal climate where summer moisture is relentless and concrete slabs hold ambient dampness year-round. Boswell’s charcoal tone also hides the fine sand and grit that follows you in from the beach, which matters in a Gulf Coast household.
The 12-mil wear layer is rated for both residential and light commercial traffic, so it holds up in vacation rentals, snowbird properties with seasonal foot traffic, and busy family rooms alike. If you need a floor that doesn’t require babying between visits, this is a sensible pick.
| Thickness | 5MM |
|---|---|
| Wear Layer | 12MIL |
| Warranty | Lifetime Limited Residential; 10-Year Limited Light Commercial |
Flooring Queen installs Cyrus Boswell at $3.99 per square foot, all-in for most standard projects. That price covers delivery, removal of the existing floor covering, routine subfloor preparation, the install itself, new baseboards, transition strips between rooms, and cleanup — no surprise line items at the end of the job.
A few situations do carry additional cost: significant subfloor leveling (anything beyond minor spot work), stair nosing, inlays, or custom layout patterns. The best way to get an accurate number for your specific space is to schedule a free in-home measurement — you’ll receive a written quote before any work begins.
Engineered hardwood gives you a real wood surface that can be lightly sanded and refinished — something SPC vinyl cannot do. If the look and feel of genuine wood is the priority and moisture isn’t a concern, engineered hardwood is a legitimate contender.
Boswell SPC wins on water resistance — it won’t swell, gap, or cup when humidity climbs or a spill sits for a while, which is a real-world advantage in Southwest Florida kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry rooms. Engineered hardwood is not suited to wet areas at all. SPC also installs at a lower price point and over most existing subfloor surfaces without the acclimatization period hardwood requires. The trade-off: no refinishing, and a different underfoot sound.
| Cyrus Boswell Luxury Vinyl Planks | Engineered Hardwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | Fully waterproof core and surface | Surface-resistant only; edges vulnerable |
| Scratch resistance / wear layer | 12-mil wear layer; no refinishing | Real wood surface; can be re-sanded |
| Comfort underfoot | Firm; rigid core, minimal give | Warmer feel; slight natural flex |
| Installed price | $3.99 per sq ft installed | ~$8.99 per sq ft installed |
| Best room | Kitchen, bath, laundry, rental units | Bedroom, living room, dry areas |
Sweep or vacuum regularly — use a hard-floor setting on your vacuum, not a beater bar, which can scuff the wear layer over time. Damp-mop with a pH-neutral cleaner such as Bona Hard-Surface Floor Cleaner or a diluted equivalent; avoid anything acidic, ammonia-based, or abrasive. Do not use a steam mop on SPC planks — sustained heat and pressure can compromise the locking joints and the adhesive bond in the attached pad. Wipe spills promptly even though the core is waterproof, because standing water at seams and edges can work its way beneath the floor over time. For technical guidance, see the World Floor Covering Association vinyl flooring guide.
Cyrus Boswell is built on a waterproof SPC rigid core, so the plank itself will not swell, warp, or delaminate from water exposure. That said, water that sits at seams or edges for extended periods can migrate beneath the floor — prompt cleanup is still the right habit.
The 12-mil wear layer on Boswell offers solid scratch resistance for most pet households. It won’t show the fine scuffs that softer floors accumulate quickly, and cleanup from pet accidents is straightforward since the surface doesn’t absorb liquids. Extremely large or high-energy dogs may still leave marks over time.
SPC (Stone Plastic Composite) uses a rigid mineral core rather than the flexible vinyl core found in traditional LVP, which means it resists denting and holds flat over imperfect subfloors. Boswell is an SPC plank — that rigidity makes it more stable in Southwest Florida’s humidity swings than standard LVP.
Boswell works well in virtually any interior room — kitchens, bathrooms, living areas, and bedrooms included. Because it’s a floating floor, it’s not recommended for saunas or spaces with sustained extreme heat. It installs at grade or below grade, making it suitable for slab-on-grade homes common throughout Fort Myers.
A single room typically runs one day; a full home of 1,200–1,800 square feet generally takes two to three days depending on layout complexity and the condition of the existing subfloor. SPC click-lock planks go down efficiently, and Flooring Queen’s crews work to minimize disruption to your schedule.
Many Southwest Florida condo HOAs require a minimum IIC sound-transmission rating for hard floors installed above the ground level, and some boards require plan approval before work begins. Check your HOA documents for underlayment thickness requirements and submission deadlines — Flooring Queen can provide specification documentation to support your approval request.
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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