Laurel Reserve Selbourne Luxury Vinyl Planks SPC Rigid-Core Plank starts at $3.99/sq ft installed in Fort Myers — a natural-toned wood-look floor built on a rigid stone-composite core. MSI Surfaces designed the Laurel Reserve collection for homes that want the warmth of hardwood without the vulnerability to moisture. The Selbourne colorway reads as a grounded, natural wood tone that works with both coastal and inland Florida interiors.
At 8MM thick with a 22-mil wear layer, Selbourne is built for the rooms that take the most punishment — kitchens, living areas, laundry rooms, and entryways. The rigid SPC core won’t flex or buckle under Southwest Florida’s humidity swings, and it sits flat on the concrete slab foundations common throughout Lee County without needing a thick cushion layer underneath.
For snowbird and rental properties, the 22-mil wear layer resists the kind of sand-tracked traffic and furniture dragging that shorter-season use patterns tend to produce. Salt air near the coast won’t compromise the core the way it can with real wood, making Selbourne a sensible pick within a few miles of the Gulf.
| Thickness | 8MM |
|---|---|
| Wear Layer | 22MIL |
Flooring Queen installs Selbourne at $3.99 per square foot, and that price covers the full scope of a standard job: delivery to your home, removal of the existing floor covering, routine subfloor preparation, the installation itself, new baseboards, and transition strips between rooms. Old flooring and debris are hauled off the property when the crew leaves.
Certain conditions add to the base price — significant subfloor leveling beyond routine grinding, stair nosing, diagonal or herringbone layouts, and custom border work are quoted separately. Contact us to schedule a no-cost in-home measurement; you’ll walk away with a written room-by-room price before any commitment is made.
Shoppers who like the Selbourne’s natural wood look often also look at engineered hardwood, and the comparison is worth making honestly. Engineered hardwood is a real-wood product — the surface veneer has genuine grain depth and can be lightly refinished once, which SPC cannot. It also tends to add a perceivably warmer feel underfoot.
Where Selbourne has a clear advantage is moisture tolerance. Southwest Florida’s humidity, occasional flooding, and slab-on-grade construction are genuinely hard on engineered hardwood over time — the wood veneer can cup or gap as seasons change. Selbourne’s SPC core is dimensionally stable in those conditions. It also installs at a lower price point. If you have a dry, climate-controlled home with stable humidity, engineered hardwood is a worthy competitor; if you have any moisture exposure at all, Selbourne is the safer long-term choice.
| Laurel Reserve Selbourne Luxury Vinyl Planks | Engineered Hardwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Water resistance | Waterproof rigid core | Moisture-sensitive; can cup or swell |
| Scratch resistance / wear layer | 22-mil commercial-grade wear layer | Real wood veneer; dents more easily |
| Comfort underfoot | Firm; benefits from underlayment | Slightly warmer, softer feel |
| Installed price | $3.99/sq ft | ~$8.99/sq ft |
| Best room | Kitchens, baths, high-humidity areas | Bedrooms, low-moisture living areas |
Keep Selbourne clean with a pH-neutral hard-surface cleaner — brands like Bona Hard-Surface Floor Cleaner or a diluted neutral vinyl-safe solution work well. Sweep or dry-mop regularly to remove the grit and sand that Fort Myers floors collect quickly, since fine particles act like sandpaper under foot traffic over time. Never use a steam mop on SPC floors; the sustained heat and moisture can stress the locking joints and void most manufacturer warranties. Avoid ammonia-based or solvent cleaners, and lift furniture rather than dragging it across the surface to protect the wear layer over the long run. For technical guidance, see the World Floor Covering Association vinyl flooring guide.
The Selbourne’s SPC core is fully waterproof — standing water won’t swell or warp the planks themselves. That said, water that works its way under the floor and sits on the subfloor for an extended period is a separate issue; prompt cleanup protects the subfloor and the locking joints at the plank edges.
The 22-mil wear layer on Selbourne is one of the thicker options in the residential SPC category, making it a solid choice for large or active dogs. It resists surface scratching well, and cleanup from accidents is straightforward since the core doesn’t absorb liquid. Trim your dog’s nails regularly to get the most life out of the finish.
Selbourne is appropriate for any above-grade or on-grade room — living areas, kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, and finished laundry rooms all work well. It is not rated for below-grade (basement) installation, though true below-grade spaces are uncommon in Southwest Florida. Very high-heat areas like sunrooms without climate control are worth discussing with your installer before committing.
The product specifications for Selbourne don’t list an attached underlayment, so plan to discuss a separate pad with your Flooring Queen installer. Adding an underlayment layer improves sound absorption — particularly on concrete slab — and adds a modest degree of softness underfoot, which many homeowners notice when standing in the kitchen for extended periods.
The listed product specifications show an 8MM thickness but don’t include a published plank width or length for Selbourne specifically — your Flooring Queen consultant can confirm the exact dimensions before you order. Plank width does affect the finished look: wider planks tend to read as more open and contemporary in larger rooms, while narrower planks can suit tighter spaces or more traditional settings.
Luxury vinyl plank, particularly thicker SPC products, has become one of the most accepted flooring types among Southwest Florida buyers — it photographs well, signals low maintenance, and buyers here understand the moisture logic. It won’t carry the same premium perception as genuine hardwood to every buyer, but for the price point it rarely hurts a sale and often helps move a listing faster than worn carpet or dated tile.
When you buy LVP from Flooring Queen, our crew handles delivery, tear-out, prep, install, and trim — no subs, no surprises. One showroom in Fort Myers, one team accountable from quote to final baseboard. Call (239) 763-0770 for a free measure.
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Reviewed by Jack Maya, Lead Installer at Flooring Queen — 20+ years installing flooring in Southwest Florida.
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