So, what's the best flooring to use in kitchens?

Your kitchen gets used daily – for food preparation, family dining, doing homework and many other activities. And the floor can take a bit of a beating with spills and stains a daily occurrence. This is why your choice of flooring is important.

Laminate

• Available in a wide variety of designs, colours, and styles.
• Can look similar traditional timber flooring but can be laid over a concrete slab.
• It comes in either a tile or plank form.
• The laminate is multi-layered with a tough melamine top layer to give it a polished look and prevent wear. 

Vinyl

• Water and stain resistant, and easy to maintain.
• Very comfortable which is important if you spend a lot of time cooking.
• Easily installed on top of your old flooring.  

Engineered wood

• Unlike hardwood, engineered wood faces no expansion or contraction problems with changing temperatures or excess humidity.  
• It also requires little to no maintenance, and it will not warp, swell, or lose its shape.

Solid hardwood

• Water resistant when combined with the proper finish  
• Long-term exposure to moisture will cause damage.  
• Spills should be cleaned as soon as possible.

Speak to your local flooring specialist who will be able to recommend the best kitchen flooring solution for your home and budget.

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