How to Choose a Kitchen Floor
Choosing kitchen floors can be a daunting task but with the right information and some patience, you can choose a good kitchen floor. A good kitchen floors is important as it deals with all sorts of domestic issues including spilled food or water, high heels and tricycle wheels. So in order to withstand this, you need to make sure that your kitchen floor is good enough to remain hard and solid. There are many ways which would help you choose the right type of kitchen floor but still it depends on you as to what type you want.
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Selecting right wood
Selecting the right wood for a kitchen floor is very important. Nowadays wood is becoming a very general feature when people choose kitchen floors. They want floor made of good wood. There are many types of woods which are hard and strong. These woods are also in high demand. You can always get professional help choosing the right type of wood. A professional will choose a wood that will not warp or buckle in case water gets under it. Always remember that a professional will charge you a decent amount of money for his or her advice so be prepared for this in advance. -
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Seal the floor
Sealing the floors with a polyurethane oil or wax is a very good idea. You can choose bamboo as well for lower floors as it is naturally moisture-resistant. Water will warp or buckle the wood as it is important to seal the floors with polyurethane. If you decide to do this yourself then take some time to understand how to do it properly by checking out some online video tutorials for assistance. -
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Concrete is strong and durable
Concrete is also very strong and it is also an option for you. Concrete also comes in many colors while some maintenance will prevent against staining as well. Many people prefer concrete as it is easy to lay out and it is very strong. If you want a lasting kitchen floor then concrete is usually the best way to go. -
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Stone flooring
Stone is another option for you but at the same time you need to be very careful as some stones are very slippery and can give you a lot of trouble. Experts also do not recommend stone flooring in the kitchen as it is not good for children or the elderly due to its slippery characteristics. Using a stone floor can also be quite confusing as there are many different types of stones that are available which can vary the cost significantly. Do a little research and if you feel that stone is the best for you then make sure you pick materials that are strong and will last for years. -
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Linoleum
Linoleum is not popular nowadays but some decades ago, many people used to like this type of kitchen floors. Linoleum is made from natural renewable materials. This material is soft and at the same time inexpensive. The best part about linoleum is that it can be installed over concrete or other types of floor rather quickly. There is a huge selection of linoleum type flooring to choose from as it is relatively cost effective as compared to stone, wood or concrete flooring. -
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Cork floor
You can also choose a cork floor as it is quite eco friendly as well. Cork floors are also mildew resistant. This type of flooring is getting very popular nowadays as more people are looking to environmentally friendly alternatives for their homes.
