Choosing your kitchen flooring is a big decision. Not only does it have to be long lasting, it also has to fit with the overall design of your kitchen. Choose the right material and design and you’ll really add something to your kitchen and house in general. Choose the wrong material and you’ll end up with something that’s difficult to clean, not hardwearing, and also doesn’t fit with the rest of your kitchen design.

Choosing the right flooring for your kitchen

Fortunately, we’ve collaborated with flooring specialists, QC Flooring, to put together a list of the most popular materials for kitchen floors, along with their pros and cons. So, with some honest advice from the experts, you can avoid design disasters and save time and money by making the perfect choice for your kitchen flooring first time! 

Let’s take a look at what makes each of these materials a good choice, and why you might choose them for your kitchen design.

Vinyl Flooring

Great for if you’re working on a budget, vinyl flooring is also really versatile. It allows you to choose from a number of finishes so you’re bound to find something that compliments your overall kitchen design.

The issue with vinyl is that it isn’t as hardwearing as other materials. It has a tendency to rip or dent due to its softness. It can also fade in direct sunlight.

Laminate Flooring

Like vinyl flooring, laminate flooring is a good option if you have a tight budget. It doesn’t require as much maintenance as solid wood flooring either. One of the main benefits is, unlike some vinyl floors, it can be used over underfloor heating.

Laminate flooring does have its downsides though. If improperly fitted, the planks can slide around slightly, and can even warp. Another problem is that, unlike solid wood flooring, if a plank gets damaged it cannot be easily replaced.

Stone Flooring

Stone is a more expensive option for kitchen floors, but that extra money does buy you a lot. Stone floors can be beautiful, and can actually look better over time. It’s incredibly hard wearing, so you’ll never have to replace it. On top of all this, stone is a great conductor of heat, so it’ll work great over underfloor heating.

There are a few cons to using stone, however. One of these is that, without underfloor heating, you’ll find the stone gets incredibly cold during the winter months. Also, it requires a base that’s already strong and level, which can be costly to do if your floor isn’t like that already.

Porcelain Tile Flooring

Porcelain tiles are great because they come in so many different designs. They’re also stain and water resistant, so they’re super easy to clean should any spillages happen. Like stone, they’re very hardwearing so you won’t be replacing them anytime soon.

One of the issues with porcelain tiles is that they can be expensive, although you could possibly go for their cheaper counterpart: ceramic tiles. Another problem is that, if one of the tiles do get damaged, you have to replace the entire tile which can be a little tricky.

Hopefully this quick rundown of different flooring materials has given you a better idea of what your kitchen needs. Each type of material has its own benefits and costs, but in the end, it’s about deciding what will best work for you and your kitchen!

If you’re interested in finding out more about flooring tips and advice from QC Flooring, check out their various flooring pages (such as wood flooring, laminate or vinyl flooring) or their blog for more information, or have a look at our flooring articles here

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