What is the Best Flooring Option For My Kitchen?

White kitchen with gray flooring

Kitchen floors take a lot of abuse: heavy traffic, moisture concerns, chairs around islands or tables. When looking for flooring that will perform well in high-traffic conditions, consider the materials below:

Luxury vinyl—Available in wood looks (3” to 7” wide planks) and tile and stone visuals. The tiles can sometimes be grouted if desired, and are available in a variety of sizes, including 12” x 24”. The technology being utilized creates extremely realistic patterns and textures. Luxury vinyl is an extremely moisture-resistant floor, very durable and stain-resistant, and most are rated for commercial use. The majority of styles have attached backings, which add warmth, cushioning and sound-deadening properties.

Kitchen with bar island and wine storage

Laminates—Very scratch and indentation resistant, making it perfect for busy, active households, especially homes with pets. Laminates mimic wood in popular high-end looks like wide planks, exotic species, whitewashed, oil-rubbed and even distressed looks like wire-brushing and hand-scraping.

Tile—A popular choice of flooring due to aesthetic appeal, durability and easy care. A properly installed tile floor will outperform and outlast any other floor covering product created for the same application. There are wood-look tiles that have great realism if you don’t want a traditional tile look. Do consider slip resistance; a textured tile is recommended.

Kitchen design with hardwood flooring

Wood—There are some wood floors that are better suited for kitchens. Not indestructible, but certainly more durable. Some features to look for include wire brushing, character grade, distressed, low gloss/matte finishes and oil-rubbed finishes. Expect these practical floors to be on the upper end of the price scale.

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