Flooring for a kitchen?

Question

What is the best flooring for a kitchen if your selling a house? II think the original flooring was a solid piece of llinoleum, and it was covered over with peel and stick tiles. I thought maybe ceramic tiles might be nice, but they are cold on the feet and can chip or break if heavy items get dropped on it.. Also it would require a lot of extra work due to cutting the tiles, putting in spacers, and grouting. Laminate flooring might be a good choice but you can't get it wet or it buckles. And would you have to remove the old flooring down to the sub flooring no matter what you put down?

Answer 1

Trafficmaster Allure vinyl flooring comes in both wood grain and stone and ceramic look patterns. It is easy to install (sticks to itself or is click lock) and does not attach to the flooring below or need any underlayment. It looks nice and is waterproof (no matter what the other guy said, laminate is horrible in a kitchen and I have seen many very badly warped floors in kichens where it was used.) I have installed over old sheet vinyl, old linoleum tiles, birch underlayment and even concrete and it holds up well. Home Depot has several types of it. Fairly inexpensive and gives a high end look for a reasonable price. You can do a whole room with it in one or two days with nothing more than a tape measure, razor knife, metal square (right angle ruler) and a strong pair of scissors.

Answer 2

Ceramic tile is good if you have a strong underlayment (a shaky floor may cause the grout to crack). I'm getting ready to redo my kitchen and dining room, and my architect father has recommended that I not use hardwood or laminate floors, because wood floors do not stand up well to high traffic, and laminate floors can chip. Instead, be suggested that I use a type of vinyl plank that looks like hardwood (Armstrong makes good ones), but is much more durable.

Answer 3

After 40 years in re-modelling and building, this is one of the most common questions.

1-pull the peel and stick off,use a heat-gun if you have to.

2-If you see a solid piece of "sheet goods" underneath you are lucky. This should also be removed, but do NOT use a heat gun. The fumes are toxic.

3-There may be a 3rd floor-but I doubt it,

4-If you see your wood sub-floor you are in-luck!

5-Laminate floors look nice and they actually DO take water just fine, but make sure they are installed by a pro. The downside is that one bad scratch or dent is almost impossible to hide without removing a large part of the entire floor and re-installing it.

6-Yes, tile takes work, but I have found people love the look if done right. Cold? Well maybe, but in the summer I bet your pets will be sleeping on it,

7-The most durable surface and easy to apply that will last 50 years is VCT tile. Just like you see in most commercial hallways. But most people don't want that appearance at home.

8-My personal choice is Hardwood.

9-you can skip step 2 if you use hardwood.

Answer 4

I sold my house last month. I checked with my listing agent and he suggested vinyl composite tile. I bought my home 10 years back. I was having tough time selling my house as my kitchen flooring was old. It was torn and stained. My agent suggested that its better I replace them with a clean VCT. Vinyl flooring is a basic option for your kitchen. They are affordable and are available in different colors, as well as designs. It is a good choice if you are just repairing your kitchen and putting it up for sale. Vinyl is also acceptable to those who want to buy your home.

Answer 5

Hey Guys, Cantera is a natural stone, which has its source in the volcanic rocks. Volcanic eruptions and the associated lava have mothered this stone, which is extremely versatile and strong.

So, it is popularly used in the construction of walls and floors for both homes and offices. It is the best flooring for a kitchen while choosing a stone for your tiling and flooring. After completing the construction of my home for floor designing I got the elements from architecturalstoneelements.

Answer 6

Wooden floor is the best thing to sale or purchase a house. It is attractive and feels you comfortable while you are working in it. Moreover, using tiles in it is also a good option but it increases your cost that`s why go with wooden flooring. You can read more about it by visiting any architectural website or ideas.

Answer 7

Yes, I agree that ceramic tile is best choice for kitchen flooring. I had experience it with my kitchen with this tile that ordered from our local store .builderoutletusa and this tiles floor looks good

Answer 8

Change the floor in your kitchen can make a huge and immediate difference to the overall look of the room.

Answer 9

In June of last year I installed the Armstrong Allure Vinyl planks in my dining area and living room. Did look nice for awhile, BUT it scratches easily and scuffs like mad. Only two people live in my condo- me and my 87 year old mother, so there are no pets or dogs. I do not recommend this product for any room.

Answer 10

I would do the largest cheapest tile grout and seal it ...It cleans up an area everyone see first when selling..A couple of area rugs can define spaces...



Vinyl is in new materials & long wearing and colors...but once again to clean up the space...cheaper is better..a plus in the bathrooms...



overall I would not spend a bunch cleaning up...just look at some of the low cost choices...to clean up the spaces..

Answer 11

Since your selling your house, check with your listing agent..They ll tell you whats best for you, your house value and whats going on in your area.. Ceramic , you may not recoup your money and may not be right for your area. Hardwood may be a good thing since its between ceramic and vinyl.

Since vinyl was originally in the house you may have to redo it..

Thats my guess that a good vinyl is the way to go.. GL

Answer 12

I would put down a large indoor/outdoor weave mat, and not spend much money on it.