Kitchens are often referred to the heart of the household or at least the way to one's heart. This place surely needs special attention in terms of cleanliness, hygiene, decor or refurbishing.
For instance you don't want to eat in a restaurant that's filthy, isn't it?
So similarly you won't bother cooking in a kitchen which isn't appealing to you, would you? And this is your kitchen we're talking about. Remember you need to work there, first thing in the morning. So let's start dealing with different sections of maintaining your kitchen properly. This column deals with the possible flooring options for your favourite zone of the house.
Let's go ahead with the basic requirements first and then get into detail aspects of making the right choice.
Things to consider while selecting the suitable flooring choices-
- Do not slip!
- What's with the budget
- Match it up
- Consider the lifeline
First and foremost don't get carried away with the patterns and styles in which the various floorings come in the market. Keep in mind that you definitely do not want to break your bones on a fancy yet extremely inconvenient floor. Choose an option that's less slippery and easier to walk on! Do it or you shall probably end up on fours with a pan over your head!
Keep the expenses in mind too. Make a list for the things you'll be needing to fix the ground. And try to keep it up with the budget made. The renovation doesn't dig a hole into your pocket or the whole idea of satisfaction and remodulation is defeated.
So now you walk into the fanciest shop in town and buy the classiest of tiles or mosaic for the kitchen floor. Sounds good?
Well, hold on because what if you reach your home and see the classiest tiles do not make a good pair with the walls.
So while you're out there making a decision, consider thinking about the wall colours and the shelves and their shades once before the final purchase.
And then by lifeline we mean to have a floor that's durable and long lasting. There's no point remodeling it, if the floor doesn't last for a while. So buy products of branded companies in the market with s good reputation for quality items.
Next you need to choose the right flooring for your kitchen. There are a variety of them you can choose from. So let's discuss a couple of them for you to make a conscious decision.
Types of floorings available for your kitchen-
Natural Cork-
These are quite friendly and classic ways to fix the floor. The texture is soft and comfortable to walk on. In addition it gives a really aesthetic appeal to the kitchen.
Durable and sustainable with a gentle touch to the overall look. They last for a long time and are resistant to water and moisture. With time to time care and resealing every couple of years, they can last upto two to three decades or so.
Engineered Wood -
Now let's get this clear, although we love to have it authentic with original wooden planks, sometimes the costing is a constraining factor. If you're flexible with the charges, they are the best fit for kitchen floors .
But if you're trying to not invest much into the revamp and yet have values added to the place, engineered wooden floors are something you should consider having for the kitchen.
The greatest advantage lies in the fact that it's very suitable for an open kitchen setup. This is because it very well blends with the other rooms and the respective setup. So select a wide range of contrasting shades and pattern for the whole house and keep it neutral and blended with the whole setting.
Vinyl Planks-
These are the most variant and durable form of flooring. Sustainability and patterns are the key features of this material.
In terms of cost effective choice, it's a profitable decision you can make while selecting the best option. The patterns are also versatile and easygoing.
Another desirable feature of vinyl flooring is that it slip resistant and stain proof. So incase if you have dropped a curry on the floor, just wipe it up and it is good to go!
Ceramics and Porcelain-
This is the most popular and commonly used designs of tiles for ones kitchen. The texture should be preferably matte finish. The smooth ones are good too if you're flexible with handling the risk factor which can be minimised by keeping the floor clean, dry and oil free.
The most attractive characteristic of ceramics or porcelain are that, they give a stoned and natural look to the kitchen. The aesthetic is well maintained, and gives a visual perspective to the house and it's decor.