Choosing the Right Flooring for Your Kitchen

 

If you’re renovating your existing kitchen or creating a new kitchen from scratch, choosing the perfect cabinets, appliances, and countertops is at the top of your list. However, you’ll also need to select the perfect flooring to pull your kitchen design together.  

 

There are numerous flooring options available from tile and stone to wood and vinyl, but how do you choose what’s best for you and your family? Your choice needs to go beyond the aesthetic and take into account your lifestyle, personal style, and budget.

 

If you aren’t sure how to start searching for your kitchen flooring, here are some factors to consider:

 

Durability

Think about what activities happen (and will continue to happen) in your kitchen. Is it a place you and your partner sit and relax? Or is it a place where your entire family gathers to start and end your day? Consider what your floor will have to endure over the years - from muddy paws and spilled milk to the occasional cocktail party- and choose your flooring accordingly. 

 

Durability is an important factor when choosing your flooring. You don’t want to deal with stained wood, cracked tiles, or slippery floors. Keep these things in mind when choosing your flooring:

  • Non-slip flooring adds a built-in safety feature, especially if you have children or aging parents in your home, 

  • Stone or tile is durable and a smart choice if your kitchen is a high-traffic area.

  • Ceramic tile resists scratching and denting, perfect for protecting against dropped pots and pans or other mishaps.

  • Prefinished wood floors can withstand water stains and high foot traffic. 

 

Personal Style

While durability is a deciding factor, picking out flooring that fits your personal style and complements your kitchen’s design is also important. 

 

When choosing your kitchen design, flooring is an essential aspect of creating the right look and feel for your kitchen. Your flooring choice not only needs to complement the countertop, cabinet, and wall colors, but it also needs to look good with the patterns and textures in your kitchen. Another thing to decide is if you want your flooring to be a neutral backdrop that pulls your kitchen together, or if you want it to be a bold, focal point. If you choose the latter, make sure it’s a design choice you can live with for a few years. 

 

Maintenance

Once you have your new flooring installed, you’ll want to enjoy your kitchen rather than spending your time cleaning or worrying about staining the floor. It’s important to choose a flooring option that fits your and your family’s lifestyle. For example, if you have children or pets, pick water- and stain-resistant flooring that’s easy to clean. 

Here’s an overview of to care for different types of flooring:

  • Limestone: needs to be seal at installation and twice yearly

  • Pre-treated wood flooring: needs to be resealed every five years to maintain its durability

  • Concrete: a trendy choice that requires minimal maintenance

  • Tile: the grout requires periodic special cleaning to prevent stains

 

Budget

If you’re among the cost-conscious, finding affordable flooring is likely the most important part of your search. Flooring options can run from as little as $2 per square foot up to $75 before installation costs. And while you shouldn’t blow your budget on flooring, choosing the cheapest option isn’t always the best. Less expensive flooring may not hold up to your daily kitchen traffic, and you may end up replacing your floor (again) sooner than anticipated. 

 

If you fall in love with flooring out of your price range, look for a cost-friendly alternative. Instead of hardwood flooring, consider vinyl plank flooring or high-pressure laminate for a similar look for a fraction of the cost. Plus, both come in a variety of styles and colors so you’ll be sure to find a look you’ll love. 

 

Many people will come through your kitchen, and many memories will be created there. Choose your flooring options wisely so you can enjoy your kitchen for years to come!

 

Paramount Granite & Marble is your one-stop destination that templates, fabricates, and installs natural stone and quartz countertops for your kitchens, bathrooms, showers, and fireplaces. To learn more about our services, call 229-244-4992 or fill out our contact form. Like us on  Facebook for remodeling tips and to see our latest work. 

 

Sources

https://www.thisoldhouse.com/flooring/21015393/picking-the-perfect-floor 

https://www.bobvila.com/articles/best-kitchen-flooring/ 

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