MSI Rigid Core Vinyl
Arlington, VA
Professional waterproof luxury vinyl flooring installation for homes and businesses
in Arlington, VA. Three series, 56 products. Free in-home estimate. Next-day installation available.
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MSI Rigid Core Vinyl in Arlington, VA
MSI Rigid Core Vinyl gives homeowners a waterproof, scratch resistant floor across three distinct series and 56 total products. APS Flooring & Carpet carries the MSI Everlife Rigid Core collection for homeowners in Arlington, VA who want a floor that handles real daily life across every room without exceptions for moisture or heavy use.
The three series available at APS are the Cyrus Series, the Prescott Series, and the Andover Series. Waterproof luxury vinyl flooring including installation starts at $4.99 per square foot.
Same Day Estimate
Schedule a free in-home estimate the same day you reach out.
Next Day Installation
Qualifying projects can be fully installed the very next day.
Free In-Home Consultation
Samples from all three series come to your property — reviewed in real lighting.
What Is MSI Rigid Core Vinyl?
MSI Rigid Core Vinyl is a luxury vinyl flooring product built around a solid, dense waterproof core. It does not flex under weight, swell when moisture reaches it, or show the imperfections of an uneven subfloor. All three series share the same core construction and waterproof performance.
100% Waterproof
The rigid waterproof core handles spills, moisture, humidity, and below-grade ground conditions. No exceptions across kitchens, bathrooms, basements, or laundry rooms.
Scratch Resistant
The wear layer protects the surface design against pet claws, furniture movement, dropped items, and daily foot traffic — keeping the floor looking right under real household use.
Sound Muffling
The attached underlayment backing absorbs sound at floor level. Noticeably quieter than tile or hardwood — significantly better than most hard-surface flooring alternatives.
The Three MSI Series Available at APS
Understanding the difference between the three series is the most useful step before looking at individual products. Each series shares the same waterproof core but differs in format, design direction, and product range.
Cyrus Series
Tile Format
The most extensively stocked series at APS with the widest product range. The 7×48 inch tile format creates a wood-look finish across the room — warmer and more residential than square tile.
Products include: Wolfeboro, Woburn Abbey, Whitfield Gray, Weathered Brina, Stable, Sandino, Ryder, Mezcla and more.
Prescott Series
Plank Format
Luxury vinyl plank format with a 20 mil commercial grade CrystaLux wear layer and three warranty tiers — residential, light commercial, and full commercial. A wood-look plank floor without moisture sensitivity.
Products include: Akadia, Barrell, Bembridge, Billingham and 20 more across the full range.
Andover Series
Tile Format
Tile format product covering different colour and design directions from the Cyrus Series. Lighter and softer tonal directions within the Andover range give it a distinct feel from the other two series.
Products include: Products include: Abingdale, Bayhill Blonde, Blythe and more across the full range.What Is the Difference Between Tile Format and Plank Format?
This is a practical question that affects how the floor looks once it is installed. It is worth settling before choosing between the Prescott Series and the two tile format series.
Tile Format — Cyrus & Andover Series
Laid in tile-sized pieces. The floor reads as individual tiles across the room surface — similar in appearance to stone or ceramic but without grout lines or the cold feel of real stone underfoot.
Both the Cyrus Series and Andover Series are tile format products covering different colour directions.
Best for: Kitchens · Bathrooms · Entryways · Rooms needing a stone or tile aesthetic
Plank Format — Prescott Series
Laid in long rectangular planks. The floor reads as a series of planks running across the room — creating a wood-look finish that suits spaces where a warmer and more natural appearance is the goal.
The Prescott Series is the only plank format product in the MSI range at APS.
Best for: Living Rooms · Bedrooms · Hallways · Rooms where a wood-look floor suits the spaceWhich Rooms Work Best with MSI Rigid Core Vinyl?
Unlike hardwood or laminate, moisture is not a limiting factor. MSI Rigid Core Vinyl can go into almost any room in the home — including the spaces that other flooring categories cannot handle.
Can It Be Installed Over Existing Flooring?
MSI Rigid Core Vinyl installs as a floating floor system directly over most existing flooring including ceramic tile, hardwood, and laminate. No removal of what is already there required in most cases.
The rigid, dense construction does not broadcast the bumps and imperfections of what is underneath it. For renovation projects where removing existing flooring would add significant time and cost, this makes the whole project more straightforward and more affordable.
For homeowners updating multiple rooms, the ability to use one flooring system across the whole property — including moisture-prone spaces — removes a lot of planning complexity from the project.
How Does the In-Home Consultation Work?
APS brings MSI Rigid Core Vinyl samples directly to the property — from all three series. The review happens inside the actual room being updated, with real lighting, real wall colours, and real furniture present.
Vinyl flooring reads differently depending on room conditions. A tile-look product that feels clean in a bright south-facing kitchen can feel flat in a darker space. Reviewing samples in the room answers these questions accurately before anything is ordered or installed.
The in-home consultation also lets homeowners compare tile and plank formats side by side in the actual space — making the series decision far more straightforward than any online comparison could.
Why Does Installation Quality Still Matter?
Rigid core vinyl is forgiving of subfloor imperfections because of its dense construction. But installation quality still affects how the finished floor looks and performs. Proper alignment of the floating floor system is important — any deviation in the tile or plank layout shows once the floor is complete.
Clean transitions at doorways and room edges affect how finished the floor looks. The attached underlayment needs to be properly managed to ensure sound muffling works as it should. APS handles installation as part of the complete project — the goal is a floor that sits correctly, transitions cleanly between rooms, and performs properly from the first day.
What Our Clients Say
Check out what our customers are saying about APS Flooring & Carpet
“We did the kitchen, bathrooms, and basement all with MSI Rigid Core. One floor throughout the whole house including the basement. The APS team brought samples from all three series and helped us narrow it down quickly. The result looks exactly right..”
Jennifer M.
Google Review — Arlington, VA
“We went with the Prescott Series plank for the living room and bedrooms. The in-home consultation made the decision easy — seeing the plank format in the actual room with our furniture and lighting made all the difference compared to looking at samples online.”
Robert K.
Google Review — Arlington, VA
Google Review — Arlington, VA
Get a Free In-Home Estimate in Arlington, VA
If the home needs a waterproof, scratch resistant floor across one room or several, MSI Rigid Core Vinyl at APS gives homeowners three series, 56 products, and professional installation at a competitive price.
Waterproof luxury vinyl flooring including installation starts at $4.99 per square foot. Save up to $1,000 off your purchase.
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Areas We Serve
APS Flooring & Carpet provides MSI Rigid Core Vinyl installation services across the region. Homeowners in Arlington, VA and nearby areas can access the current vinyl flooring promotion and book a free in-home estimate.
▸ Arlington, VA
▸ Alexandria, VA
▸ Fairfax, VA
▸ Falls Church, VA
▸ McLean, VA
▸ Oakton, VA
▸ Springfield, VA
▸ Vienna, VA
▸ Washington, DC
▸ Montgomery County, MD
What is MSI Rigid Core Vinyl?
It is a luxury vinyl flooring product from the MSI Everlife Rigid Core collection. APS carries three series: the Cyrus Series, the Prescott Series, and the Andover Series — 56 products in total.
How many products are available at APS?
There are 56 products across the three series at APS, covering a wide range of formats, tones, and design directions.
What is the difference between the three series?
The Cyrus Series is tile format. The Prescott Series is plank format with a 20 mil commercial grade wear layer. The Andover Series is tile format with different colour directions from the Cyrus Series.
Is MSI Rigid Core Vinyl 100% waterproof?
Yes. All three series share the same waterproof rigid core construction. Spills, moisture, and below-grade ground conditions do not damage the floor.
Can it be installed over existing flooring?
Yes. MSI Rigid Core Vinyl installs directly over most existing flooring including ceramic tile, hardwood, and laminate — no removal required in most cases.
What is the current price?
Waterproof luxury vinyl flooring including installation is available at $4.99 per square foot. Homeowners can also save up to $1,000 off their purchase.
Which rooms can MSI Rigid Core Vinyl go into?
Kitchens, bathrooms, basements, mudrooms, laundry rooms, living rooms, dining rooms, hallways, and bedrooms are all suitable — including below-grade spaces.
Does APS bring samples to the home?
Yes. Samples from all three series are brought directly to the property during the free in-home estimate so decisions are made under real room conditions.
Does APS offer MSI Rigid Core Vinyl installation in Arlington, VA?
Yes. APS provides MSI Rigid Core Vinyl installation in Arlington, VA and serves the full DMV region including Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, McLean, Washington DC, and Montgomery County MD.
How do I get started?
Call APS at (703) 844-9921 or book an appointment online. The team will bring samples to the home, help choose the right series and product for the room, and plan the full installation.