Our kitchens are commonly the most popular room in the house. That’s why the type of floor you choose matters. They see the most traffic, they get things dropped and spilled on the kitchen flooring, and chairs and other furniture scraped across the floors.
You can’t just choose your floor because of the way it looks. You need to factor in a lot more than that. It needs to be tough, withstand all you plan to put it through, and still look good.
Best Options for Kitchen Floors
It is possible to have great kitchen flooring that suits the style of the kitchen and is durable.
Ceramic Tile
Ceramic tile is a very popular choice, and for good reason. It is extremely durable, comes in a wide variety of colors, patterns and designs, mosaics, and a wide variety of sizes and shapes.
They withstand heat, breakage, water, and stains. It looks great, is easy to maintain, and will last for many years under normal treatment. Perfect for those with large families, pets, and busy kitchens.
Hardwood
Hardwood floors for kitchens and bathrooms have been less popular over the past few years, due to their inability to hold up with a lot of moisture. But, with the advancement of much better sealers and polyurethane finishes, wood floors are back.
They last longer and are far more durable than before. Hardwood floors are always popular and they look fantastic. The coating leaves them resistant to normal damage and easier to maintain.
Natural Stone
For a beautiful floor, you can’t go wrong with natural stone. They are durable and you can choose from stone like marble, granite, slate, limestone, travertine, and sandstone.
Depending on the type you choose, they are porous and susceptible to moisture and stains. They can be coated with a sealant to prevent this, so these stone floors are better for those without kids, pets, or busy work areas.
Linoleum
Linoleum floors have been around for years, and are actually making a comeback. They are inexpensive, available in any type of design, style, or color you want, and easy to install.
They are all-natural and easy to maintain, but not the best for damp areas. If you live with a lot of moisture or tend to get floods, it may not be the best choice.
Concrete
It might not sound ideal, but you can do a lot with concrete floors. They are very popular with new kitchen flooring, as they are inexpensive, extremely durable, and you can polish, paint, stain, or design in any fashion you want.
They are great for busy kitchens where there is heavy traffic, lots of activities, kids, and pets. Use throw rugs that are machine washable to make up for the hard surfaces and the cold in the winter months.
Vinyl
Vinyl flooring is one of the most popular materials around. A versatile, man-made material that is available in any pattern, color, and design you can dream of.
It can withstand stains, breakage, water, and moisture, and will last for many years. It is inexpensive, and of better quality than some years back, often referred to as luxury vinyl flooring.
Talk To Your Contractor
When you are considering the new floors for your kitchen, consider what the traffic is like, are there small children or pets, will it be easily damaged or get wet?
At Karin Ross Designs, they can help you discover the best floor for your kitchen, and keep within your budget. Don’t leave your new floor up to chance, ask the professionals.
