Understanding kitchen flooring must understand how kitchens are used—day in and day out. Moving chairs, preparing meals, even a spill (or two) are all part of a busy kitchen. With all this in mind, it’s important to understand flooring styles and wear.
Identify the type of activities that happen most in the kitchen. Is the main entrance to the house through the kitchen? Is it used for eating meals as well? Or do lots of people including children and pets move through it frequently? These things will help you decide on which type of flooring will be most appropriate.
Consider daily wear
Foot traffic is the most important consideration when selecting a kitchen floor. A quiet room or space may not need much consideration when thinking about what goes on underfoot. However, a kitchen where lots of people pass through will need careful consideration. Whether pulling chairs out, standing at the worktop, or moving groceries, a lot of activity happens in the kitchen and the flooring will need to stand up to lots of use.
A kitchen is used for messy activities including eating and is likely to have food spills and water. Consider the areas around the sink, the hob, and the dining table when selecting a floor. A surface that is practical and easy to cope with everyday interruptions will work best for day-to-day kitchen activities.
Don’t forget about edges and transitions. The area of the kitchen that connects to the hallway or living space can be finished in a way that helps all the areas feel like a cohesive whole. Installation details including skirting, threshold profiles, and edge details should be considered and not left as an afterthought.
Enjoy samples in your own spaces
A sample can appear very different than what you see in the showroom or on screen. When you look at samples in your own spaces you consider the changing daylight, the surrounding colours, and the scale of the pattern, along with the current condition of the sub-floor, before making a final decision.
Londoners Flooring will provide a home consultation free of charge, allowing you to walk through the room with a fitter and discuss a floor that will be ideal for the usage of the kitchen. As the room will be quiet again at some times, thoughtful choices are still very important.