 | Roland Dalrymple has owned Quality Floor in Pittsburg/Frontenac for 15 years. He received his degree in Building Construction Tech at Pittsburg State and has been in the construction related field all his life. For more information or to reach Roland please call 620-231-2690.
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Home Improvement
2013-05-29 11:43:42
What are the options in kitchen flooring?
Q-I want to have my kitchen redone soon and want a very custom look. I was considering wood flooring because I like the look, but I am not crazy about the upkeep, especially with kids. Do you have any ideas?
A-There are many, many options in kitchen flooring, and I am sure you will find one that will complete your custom look.
The first thing that comes to mind is the wood-look ceramic tile. Wood is always a popular choice and favored for its clean, organic beauty. The downside of wood flooring in the kitchen is of course, the water. One busted pipe, leaky refrigerator, or overflowing dishwasher can ruin or warp the loveliness right out of them. Wood-look ceramic tiles are a beautiful and hassle free solution. The tiles come in a wide variety of colors and look masterfully like the real deal. You can achieve the same look and configurations as you can with regular wood plank flooring such as the chevron pattern which adds that custom look you mentioned.
Depending on the style of your home and kitchen, terra-cotta tile is another great option. The beautiful natural variations in the tile provide an effortless custom look. Since it is a natural material, it has an inherent warmth about it that many people love.
Another earthy choice in tile is flagstone tile. Not only does it highlight a custom kitchen, it is also highly durable and easily cleaned with a gentle soap and water.
If your style leans more toward the elegant, consider marble. Marble has natural variations and provides the beauty of custom individuality even without a complex tile design layout.
Talk to a flooring expert to find out what patterns and configurations are suitable for each particular tile. This may help you narrow down your options. If you have questions, feel free to contact us.
