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Kitchen Flooring That Will Endure the Test of Time
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From colors and patterns to form and function, there are many considerations when deciding on your kitchen flooring type and style.
Of course, the floor in the kitchen has constant wear and must be durable. However, floors that are durable can be beautiful too.
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The best flooring for kitchen design is durable, functional and beautiful.
- Tile flooring – This type of flooring includes ceramic and porcelain tiles. It is a more cost-effective option than natural stone or hardwood, but, like these, it is long-lasting. There is also a wide array of styles in kitchen tile flooring.
- Hardwood floors – Wood floors in kitchen design have a long history.
This flooring is always a classic choice that is long-lasting. Further, wood flooring complements many kitchen designs from modern to farmhouse.
- Vinyl – Vinyl kitchen flooring is one of the least expensive options for kitchen floors. In recent years, vinyl floors have a more sophisticated look and can mimic stone tile or wood. This flooring is not as durable as other options.
- Linoleum – This type of kitchen floor is a natural alternative to vinyl. It is made from linseed oil and cork particles. It is popular in retro kitchens.
- Cork – Cork flooring works well in the kitchen because it is softer than other woods or tile. Therefore, it is less stressful to the body while standing for long periods of time. Cork floors have a warm and textured appearance that is similar to wood floors. It is also noise resistant which is important in a busy place like the kitchen.
- Natural stone tiles – This is a luxe option for kitchen floors tiles.
It includes tiles like marble, sandstone, and granite. However, while natural stone is a long-lasting floor, it can crack if something heavy is dropped on it. It also needs to be resealed to maintain a durable finish. - Bamboo – Many people confuse bamboo with hardwood flooring, but bamboo floors are a hardened grass rather than wood. This type of flooring is great if you are looking for an eco-friendly option with the look of hardwood. It has more durability, water-resistance, and is more cost-effective than hardwood floors.
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Taking care of your kitchen floors is one of the most important factors in their longevity and appearance over time. Each type of kitchen floor has different care needs.
- Tile, vinyl, and linoleum floors – Caring for tile floors is straightforward. Vacuum to keep dust from accumulating. Mop with warm water and a little bit of cleaner when deeper cleaning is necessary.
Wash textiles like the kitchen floor mat when needed. - Wood and natural fiber floors – Clean up spills when they occur and vacuum to keep dirt to a minimum. Use floor pads under any furniture to minimize scratching. When they need a deeper clean, mop with warm water and light wood soap or vinegar. Make sure that the mop is wrung out well because it is not good to have standing water on wood floors. Refinish when needed.
- Natural stone floor – Vacuum to minimize dirt and dust. Mop when needed with warm water and light soap. Use a sealer about every 6 months to add a protective layer to the floors.
There are many amazing kitchen floor ideas with unique style and design. We have gathered some of the best for you to be inspired by design possibilities for your own home.
Neutral kitchen floor tileThis rectangular tile shape is a traditional choice for kitchen floor tile.
These large tiles in a beautiful natural color set the foundation for this crisp space. We love the white, cottage flair surrounding the room and how it feels both luxurious as well as a place a family can enjoy being together.
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Black and white is always a classic choice and marble is one of the top material choices for a kitchen makeover. It has a wide selection of patterns and shade options and elevates the style of any room. You will find that it is more expensive than other tile choices, but many consider it worth the extra cost.
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Goodnova-Godiniaux created this unique kitchen. It is eclectic and interesting without straying too far from the simplicity of the kitchen’s overall vision. Rather, the colorful tiles work well to balance out the neutral tones of the walls and wood flooring.
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This yellow chess tile floor featured on Trendir is so unexpected.
This kind of floor works well in a family-friendly space, vintage design, or one with an eclectic vision. If you think yellow is too bold but still like the look, consider a more neutral tile option like white and gray. You will soon find this room becomes one of the favorite places in your home.
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If you want to enliven the kitchen, think about installing tile with a small pattern. This tile features an intricate, black and white geometric pattern that brightens and creates depth in this modern kitchen. You will find patterned tiles become a natural focal point of your space.
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Retro-style kitchens are a popular and beautiful design choice. You can add unique, retro vibes to your kitchen when you lay a new floor. Consider these colorful, patterned tiles from House Beautiful. These add a lovely pop of color in this neutral kitchen.
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We love this simple, contemporary blue tile design we found on Simo Design.
The blue pattern is obvious but not overwhelming in the room. The wood texture on the island and floor inlay adds just the right amount of natural texture to balance the light kitchen.
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These kitchen floor tiles have a variegated stone look that is simple and rustic. This warm-colored and textured tile floor blends with the soft colors of the cabinets and moldings. Therefore, the kitchen is a gorgeous blend between earthy and sophisticated.Karpaty Cabinets designed this beautiful kitchen.
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This kitchen floor uses natural stone square tiles made from limestone. These tiles have a luster that is unmatched in porcelain and ceramic tile. The limestone texture works well with the rustic texture over the windows and the simple color tone of the small kitchen.Mandarin Stone designed this lovely space.
Retro linoleumView in galleryCrogan Inlay FloorThis kitchen from Cognay Inlay Floors uses linoleum flooring for this retro style kitchen remodel.
The jade green floor combined with the other pops of green throughout the space is effective. This kitchen floor combines the linoleum with Armstrong steel rule inlays for an authentic vintage look.
Blue patterned kitchen floor
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If you love color and patterned prints, add an interesting kitchen floor tile to the kitchen to complement the kitchen cabinets. Style by Emily Henderson shows off this beautiful kitchen design. From the gold hardware to the blue patterned tiles, it’s a stunning room design.
Hardwood floor in the kitchenView in galleryDuncan Flooring SpecialistsThis rustic wood flooring provides a textured foundation for the kitchen. The color is echoed in the raw-edged granite countertop. Wood floors like this work well on the kitchen floor as they are durable and less hard than tile or natural stone floor tile.
Small sunburst tiles
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We love how this intricate, gray tile floor is both understated and exciting at the same time.
It complements the neutral wood island and the blue stove by adding texture but not much color. This gives depth to the room but keeps the overall color tone neutral.
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Mosaic tiles can be one of the more daring options when transforming a kitchen. They bring a unique style to any kitchen, paying homage in a subtle way to more exotic locations. Black and white mosaic tiles work well in this contemporary kitchen with the colorful green kitchen cabinets. Studio McGee completed this home makeover.
Bamboo floors in a Scandi kitchenView in galleryMetropolis Drafting and Construction IncThe warm wood tones in this contemporary style kitchen serve to blend and balance the neutral tones in a seamless way. This design is everything it should be, functional and beautiful.
Hexagon Tiles
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House Beautiful combines hexagon tiles with dark wood floors. The contrasting brown and cream tiles offer a muted palette that is in keeping with the rest of the kitchen design.
Due to the shape and design of the kitchen, the two styles work well together. Tile is helpful near the stove which is one of the most high traffic areas in the kitchen.
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Random Thoughts Home renovated their kitchen to create a new and fresh look. These wood look tiles that they used in their home makeover transform the look and feel of the room.
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The rectangular tiles used in this project create a clean and fresh aesthetic that make this kitchen feel rustic but modern. The warm color brings depth to the bright space and blends with the natural materials in the room.
Cork flooringView in galleryHelios Design GroupHelios Design Group created this contemporary style kitchen. The use of the cork flooring in this kitchen balances colorful contemporary styling with the warm toned foundation. This provides the perfect balance of tones throughout the design.
Terracotta tile
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Another classic tile color and material is terracotta. It is a sturdy material and will complement a wide range of kitchen design ideas. Further, terracotta tiles cover up any mess you make while cooking or eating. They add a warm and homey ambiance to any room and are used in many Mediterranean kitchens today. Driven by Decor highlighted this kitchen design.
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Slate is a natural stone that comes in a deep charcoal shade. It is a durable option, so it is ideal for a busy kitchen with constant family activity. One issue to consider when adding slate to your kitchen is that it can scratch easier than the other materials in your home. Look to Michelle Gage for more tips on using this stone in your kitchen.
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Made by Girl showcases a stunning kitchen makeover with granite tile. Granite tiles have small flecks with different shades and colors, which add more depth to your room.
It is a durable material that is also heat-resistant.
Geometric vinyl tile creates a unique floor for this kitchen design. It provides the interest to balance the look of the walls and cabinets which are neutral in tone. Vinyl can have a variety of shapes and colors and works well in modern or retro rooms.
Cement tile floor
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Cement is a budget-friendly tile material that we recommend using in a kitchen of any shape or size. It is a long-lasting and low-maintenance option that creates an industrial-style kitchen. The interesting thing about cement tiles is that they come in many shades and styles, so you can choose an option that works best for your needs. Savvy Kitchens shows how cement tile flooring can be added to any space.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)FAQ
What is the best flooring for the kitchen?
The best flooring option taking into account price, durability, and style is ceramic tile.
The price varies according to the type of tile, but there are many styles that are attractive and cost-effective. It is durable for high foot traffic and easy to keep clean.
What is the best color for kitchen flooring?
The best color for kitchen floors is a medium tone. Dark colors and light colors tend to show dirt and scratches.
How to clean grout on a kitchen floor tile?
First, mop the floor to clean the visible debris away. Next, mix up a solution of 1/2 cup baking soda, 1/4 cup hydrogen peroxide, and 1 tsp of dish soap. Rub the solution into the grout lines and allow to sit for 10 minutes. Next, clean the grout lines with a small tool like a toothbrush. Reapply the paste if it is necessary.
How much does it cost to tile a kitchen floor?
This depends on the type of tile you install as there are more expensive and less expensive tile options. However, in general, it costs around $15-$20 per square foot for materials and installation of a tile floor.
What is the most durable floor for a kitchen?
The most durable kitchen floor is ceramic tile, hardwood, bamboo, and natural stone floor tile. Each has strengths and weaknesses, but if you care for them and use proper precautions, all of these floors will last for many years.
Can you paint kitchen floor tiles?
Yes, you can paint floor tiles. However, while this may be a cheap renovation option, it is not a good long term solution. The paint will be subject to intense wear and tear and will not be durable over a long period of time. The best kind of paint to use is semi-gloss or gloss paint. Oil-based paint will hold up to wear longer than latex.
ConclusionKitchen floors are indeed the work horses of all the flooring throughout the house. These floors must stand up to high traffic, be comfortable for standing, and be beautiful. So, it is wonderful to know that there are so many floors that can be all of these things at once. You will find that the hardest thing is choosing the best out of so many great options!
17 Best Kitchen Floor Tile Ideas 2022
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By Lauren Wicks
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Whether you're an aspiring chef who spends countless hours experimenting in the kitchen, or you see a cook space as the perfect location for heating up last night's pizza and whipping up a favorite cocktail, the kitchen is the heart of the home for us all. It's important to get the design of these spaces right, whether you're working with a small kitchen or have multiple kitchen areas or if you prefer an all-white cooking area to maximalist-inspired rooms.
Choosing the right kitchen flooring is imperative for making this space feel warm and inviting—especially if you love to cook and will be on your feet often in this area. Kitchen tile has come a long way over the years with an abundance of options, while many traditional materials that have been used overseas for more than half a century are still elegant options to bring a sense of patina and Old World charm to any home today.
Here, we've gathered 17 beautiful kitchens from the pages of VERANDA to highlight the many ways kitchen floor tile can be used to create a cook space that's ready for its close-up. From local Mexican terra-cotta in a San Miguel de Allende home to white oak tile in a British Colonial-inspired manse in Naples, Florida, discover some of the best options on the market for adorning your floors.
DAVID TSAY
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What's Old Is New
We love this kitchen design from Fran Keenan that belongs in a 1920s Los Angeles home that finds inspiration from both California and across the pond. Here, this elegant kitchen features black and white checkered tile which acts as a lovely juxtaposition to the walls and cabinetry that are swathed in Farrow & Ball's Castle Grey.
Maureen M. Evans
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Embrace Local Craftsmanship
Jeffry Weisman and Andrew Fisher of Fisher Weisman filled their San Miguel de Allende home with locally made materials, and the kitchen is no exception.
This flooring is hand-burnished, local terra-cotta and brings a touch of Old World elegance to the space.
MALI AZIMA
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Art Deco Charm
A 1920s Atlanta home was transformed by Yong Pak and Melanie Turner to be fit for the 21st century while paying homage to its history in each room. The architectural elements, bar stools, and floor tiles all speak to the Art Deco movement while managing to feel deliciously modern.
DOUGLAS FRIEDMAN
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Create A Historic Touch
In this 1920s Napa Valley home, designer Ken Fulk employs reclaimed brick flooring to evoke its original state and bring a sense of warmth to the cook space. Paired with ceiling-height wall tiles and black cabinetry, this room will never feel out of style.
Nicole Franzen
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Use Timeless Terrazzo
In the kitchen of a pre-war home on the Upper East Side, designer Monica Fried sought to balance her art collector clients' chic and modern taste with the architectural details of the period in which the residence was built.
Terrazzo floors were the perfect choice to create a cohesive look, and they pair fabulously with the Bardiglio marble used throughout the space.
Emily J Followill
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Turn A Small Kitchen Into a Jewel Box
What this kitchen lacks in size it makes up for in natural light. Beth Webb's choice to employ charcoal stone tiles for the floor prevents this beautiful room in a Bray's Island cottage from looking washed out and brings an element of sophistication.
DOUGLAS FRIEDMAN
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Bring Warmth to An All-White Kitchen
This white-washed kitchen in a Naples, Florida manse feels layered and interesting thanks to this stunning white oak tile from Jamie Beckwith Collection. Designer Celerie Kemble uses this tile to bring warmth and texture while keeping this second home kitchen a serene place to unwind after a day on the water.
MAX KIM-BEE
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Get Geometric
Though the palette of this kitchen is neutral and refined, designer Thomas Pheasant utilized a gorgeous geometric stone tile design to bring an element of the unexpected to this elegant cook space.
Brian Woodcock
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Employ European Sensibility
Designer Vasi Ypsilantes made the most of this small kitchen by eschewing upper cabinetry to make the space feel open and airy. Large black tiles, leather counter stools, and a wrought iron light fixture bring a streamlined sense of masculine refinement while still feeling like a comfortable place to gather at the end of the day.
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Play Up Vintage Charm
Designer Bunny Williams creates a warm and welcoming kitchen by utilizing nostalgic yet timeless elements. A black-and-white hexagonal mosaic tile feels right at home in this beautiful cooking area and breakfast nook and it makes an excellent pairing with the retro-inspired ceiling light fixtures.
Eric van der Brulle
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Turn Your Floor Into a Work of Art
If you're looking for something a little more punchy than black-and-white hexagonal tiles, take a page out of St. Charles New York's playbook.
Here, the luxury kitchen design brand features a stunning mosaic tile floor in this spacious kitchen that makes a statement without distracting from the rest of the room's design elements.
Brie Williams
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Going Coastal
Designer Matthew Carter leaned into the natural materials found around the Bahamas for the design of his Harbour Island cottage, plus, pieces he'd collected over the years. Here, Coralina Stone made from coral and shell fossils bring the outdoors in and add an island-inspired texture to this space.
Mark Roskams
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Retro Glamour
For this New York City residence the Apthorp, a historic Italian Renaissance apartment building, Anthony Baratta was blessed with original mosaic tile floors in the kitchen. Allowing these glossy floors to be the star of the show, he used shades of gray and retro motifs that feel right at home in this nearly 120-year-old building.
Annie Schlechter
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Elemental Beauty
Who says an all-white kitchen has to be boring? Designer Carolyn Malone lets the stunning materials shine in this space, utilizing French limestone for the floors, plus limed reclaimed oak beams for the ceiling.
A few ornamental touches round out this sophisticated cook space.
Erica George Dines
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Modern Elegance
This modern beach home overlooking the Gulf of Mexico features a state-of-the-art kitchen designed by Susan Ferrier. Carrara Marble mosaic tile is the perfect addition to a sleek kitchen that can still feel right at home on Alys Beach.
VICTORIA PEARSON
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French Flair
A Normandy-style château in Pebble Beach was the perfect canvas for Mary McDonald to transform into a gracious modern residence for a Monterey Peninsula native and her family. The French limestone mosaic tile is well-suited for both the style of the home and its surrounding environment of Northern California.
Amy Neunsinger
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A Touch of Patina
Karen Kane's Pacific Palisades home designed by Mark D. Sikes is a delightful balance of Old World Mediterranean meets California cool. Worn terra-cotta and blue tiled floors, along with the oil-rubbed bronze hardware, makes this kitchen feel as if it was built 100 years ago, not in the '80s.
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Lauren Wicks Lauren Wicks is a Birmingham-based writer covering design trends, must-have products, travel inspiration, and entertaining.
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Tiles are the best solution for many interiors, because they meet all the requirements for the floor of a given room.
Ease of care, a variety of design solutions - one of them. When choosing tiles for the floor for the kitchen, you need to know about the pros and cons, as well as look at the photos of various design options. Only in this way will you be able to choose suitable and high-quality tiles.
Advantages of tiles
The advantages of tiles as kitchen flooring are as follows:
- Durability. High-quality materials plus professional installation will allow you to get a surface that can withstand significant loads. An accidentally dropped object, even a heavy frying pan, is unlikely to damage it.
- Durability. Enviable indicators of wear resistance allow you to maintain the perfect appearance of the coating for more than 15 years.
- Resistance to aggressive media. When caring for tiles, you can use any cleaning products, detergents, without fear that the aesthetic integrity of the coating will be compromised.
- Heat resistance. The tile is not afraid of high temperatures. A fallen burning match or cigarette will not spoil the look. It will be possible to put hot dishes on the floor without coasters.
- "Antistatic" coating. The tiled floor does not attract dust, keeping it clean for a long time.
- Aesthetics, variety of drawings, patterns. A modern consumer can choose the ideal solution for himself among a huge number of shapes, textures, colors.
- Availability. The price range of tiles from various manufacturers is extremely wide, which allows any buyer to find products that he likes and can afford.
Because of all the above qualities, tiles are also popular for kitchen backsplashes, countertops and exterior decoration.
Against the background of all these advantages of tiles, there are also disadvantages. If you opt for glazed tiles with a vitreous finish, you will get slippery flooring.
Many consumers know that tiles are cold. Although, in the same summer, in hot weather, this turns into an advantage.
Well, in winter, the arrangement of a floor heating system in the kitchen will effectively solve this problem and make the temperature in the room more comfortable.
The most popular tile floor designs
Achieving the best final result will help equally, both choosing the right color scheme for the tile and the right way to lay it out. Consider the most popular examples.
Checkerboard. Two different shades are selected, laid out in a checkerboard pattern exactly, or diagonally.
It is allowed to move one tile relative to another, as well as laying in even rows.
The result is an original contrast solution that refreshes the interior.
If you decide on this design option, you will definitely need to take into account the rest of the design of the room.
It should be made somewhat monotonous, because the abundance of colors will give the room excessive variegation.
Imitation for natural materials. A tile that looks like natural wood, stone or marble will look original. The range of products presented on the modern market will allow you to choose the ideal options for each interior.
Plain tiles. This decision is always relevant and popular. It is characterized by conciseness, sophistication, sophistication. Originality can be achieved by selecting an extraordinary color or texture.
Composite design. The variety of forms of tiles opens up incredible opportunities for designers to implement their own ideas.
An unusual effect is obtained by combining glossy and matt surfaces.
Long narrow tiles can be laid in the same way as parquet.
Arrows going from the center of the room to the walls or a spiral will visually expand the space.
It is possible to combine tiles of various shapes and sizes in absolutely any sequence. Often two sizes of tiles are used, but no one forbids you to complicate the task by choosing three or four options.
Glossy surfaces reflect light streams well, look great in spacious rooms, but such tiles will require more care from you, because all stains, including water splashes, will be clearly visible on it.
To achieve the exclusivity of the coating, a combination of different colors is often used. Glossy surfaces can have a variety of patterns, patterns, which in itself will become a guarantee of exclusivity.
A wide range will allow you to choose a tile with a matte and glossy surface of any size.
Embossed finish will look good on any floor. The hexagon shape opens up great possibilities for color combinations.
The floor covering does not have to be monochromatic, you can safely use the whole palette.
Of course, don't neglect looking at photos, catalogs or live samples in stores before finally choosing one or another kitchen floor tile.
This will allow you to find a solution that is ideal for your home, because the main selection criterion is full compliance with the preferences and wishes of the owners.
Some tips for choosing
Eyes widen from the range of tiles? Use our advice and you will be able to choose a worthy option:
- 1 Destination. If you want to choose non-slip tiles, look for models with a structured finish or texture. Coatings with glaze can significantly facilitate cleaning.
- 2 Tile size. Large square tiles are ideal for spacious rooms, while they make small kitchens look even smaller. If there is a need to expand the space, use unusual composite solutions or small glossy tiles.
- 3 Tone and color. It is worth focusing on your taste and on the interior design of the kitchen. Saturated bright colors - in themselves are an ornament.
In order not to overdo it with colors, we advise you to use a checkerboard arrangement of tiles, alternating brighter and pastel colors. Eco-interiors and classic solutions are favorably complemented by tiles imitating natural wood, stone, marble.
- 4 Material. Tiles made of stone and stone chips will be much colder than ceramics. Be sure to consider this if your family is used to walking barefoot.
- 5 decor. Manufacturers in abundance offer various elements that allow you to diversify the flooring and give it a decorative effect. If you want to get an individual floor covering, pay attention to the hexagonal tiles of various colors and textures from which it will be easy to put together extraordinary and exclusive patterns.
- 6 Design solution. Classic interiors will be harmoniously combined with a glossy pastel-colored monochromatic finish.
Often it uses black tiles, only in this case the furniture should be light. For many of you, a black and white checkerboard may be a stylish option. Hi-tech, minimalism and modern suggest the use of both bright saturated colors and pastel colors, depending on the overall color scheme of the room.
To choose the design of the flooring for the kitchen, you should take into account all the individual characteristics of your particular room, as well as your personal wishes and preferences, because the end result should first of all please you.
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Kitchen floor tiles, of course, should be practical and durable, but not necessarily boring. Because the kitchen is often combined with the dining area in an open-plan space, a kitchen floor can be a great way to bring the different areas of a room together, creating a cohesive finish.
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- Advantages of ceramic flooring
- Concepts of kitchen flooring
- How to create an ideal floor
- before you start
- Lightly work
- Light TOP 6 leading kitchen tile trends in 2019
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Advantages of ceramic flooring
1Modern ceramic tiles are generally the most reliable choice for kitchen flooring because they are waterproof, stain, scratch resistant and also easy to clean;
2 good ceramics or porcelain stoneware will last a lifetime if properly installed and treated;
3if you are thinking about installing underfloor heating, ceramic tiles are generally excellent for underfloor heating, the most preferred material for this purpose.
Ceramic tiles excellent for underfloor heating
Floors must be clean, dry, structurally sound and level. Most suppliers recommend using an installer who is experienced in laying this type of flooring.
If you are dealing with larger slabs, as well as a non-standard format, or with a large layout type pattern, then they usually take more time to install, effort, and are much more expensive.
Stone floor tiles in brown tones blend in well with wooden interiors
Don't know what to do? Check out our tips below.
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gamma for the floor.Patterned floor tiles add charm and style to your kitchen floor.
Natural motifs such as stone or wood are always popular. They give a natural authenticity.
Gray complements the main color scheme chosen
The current trend is "mimic" ceramics, which recreate the look of natural materials while offering an easy maintenance finish that no truly natural material can offer, even though it is many times more aesthetically pleasing .
Porcelain tile fits all kitchen styles
Classic porcelain tile fits all kitchen styles.
It fits perfectly into frequently used rooms that are subject to maximum wear and tear. Dark color with white looks beautiful and elegant
Durable, hard-wearing, stain-resistant, easy to clean, granite is an ideal material for family homes.
Achieve the effect of terracotta or clay earth with practical lightweight ceramic tiles.
Ceramic tiles
An ideal addition to the countryside, it needs minimal attention. Fill the space with bright shelves, cream blocks and open shelving.
Stoneware is a good addition to any kitchen and can be used to achieve the effect of limestone slabs.
A great addition to any kitchen
This modern country style home will have a light feel combined with classic white blocks that pairs well with a variety of furnishings. Be adventurous with your kitchen floor.
The kitchen is one of those rooms in the house that can have several different types of tiles, in different forms, all of which enhance the kitchen beautifully.
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The kitchen is one of those rooms in the house that can have several different types of tiles, in different ways, all of which enhance the kitchen beautifully.
The floor must be safe to walk on
When choosing a kitchen floor for your home, think about the main points. The flooring needs to be safe to walk on and, for example, glossy kitchen floor tiles can be unsafe to walk on.
White classic kitchen
Decipher the difference between species that may not only be ceramic. The word "tile" refers to a flexible material that can be laid in rows across a surface.
Varieties of tiles
- sandstone;
- stone;
- plug;
- vinyl;
- bamboo;
- ceramics;
- granite;
- glass.
In addition to the usual ceramics, vinyl, cork and bamboo types are often used for the floor.
There are many options for flooring.
Determine your budget before calculating the look.
Kitchen tiles can be inexpensive only if they are vinyl, linoleum, but ceramics, especially custom-made ones, are always expensive. Specialty stores will help you evaluate everything that is required for your kitchen. Striking design in black and brown
Consider the lifestyle of your household. Although kitchen tiles are durable, they still require attention, and the durability of each material is different.
Think through every detail when designing
Ceramic is strong enough to withstand heavy objects being dropped, easy to clean and maintain.
But, unfortunately, it is also often subjected to chips and cracks, especially with improper laying, as well as with improper operation. Determine if the flooring you choose will fit your family's lifestyle.
Multicolored floor tiles
When choosing a flooring, it must be strong enough to withstand heavy traffic, pets, spilled food and detergents.
Choose according to taste and design
Make sure you buy exactly what is called "floor tiles".
If you choose a low friction floor, the floor will be slippery to walk on. Choose with a slight embossed pattern or texture instead for a safer result.
Stone granite fits perfectly into the overall picture of the kitchen corner
For a more refined and elegant look, look at stone granite. It is based on clay and limestone that is fired to look like natural stone. Stone is more expensive than traditional ceramics, but looks great in the interior.
See also: Choosing tiles for a small bathroom. Optimal combination of style and design, TOP-10 solutions + 150 PHOTOHow to create the perfect floor
If you decide to make the floor yourself, you will need my advice on laying it and a small master class.
Spectacular dark tones look stunning
If you've made all the preparations like me, it's time to lay your new tile floor.
This guide will walk you through all the steps and I just want to help you complete your project as smoothly as possible and also ensure it looks great in your home for the long haul.
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Before You Begin
It is important to prepare your existing floor, calculate the correct quantity, purchase and place key elements.
Extra large color range
This planning guide tells you everything you need to know. So, read how to plan.
Planning with taste
Tools and materials needed:
- floor tiles;
- for the floor. Choose a high-strength, specialized ceramic-specific adhesive for your decking;
- primer. Choose between a powder solution to be mixed with water or pre-mixed and ready to use.
Beautiful interior with a touch of sophistication and comfort
Using a pre-mixed grout allows you to skip the hassle of doing it yourself, but a powdered grout can be useful if you want to avoid wastage.
Because you have to mix the exact amount needed for very small or very large rooms.
Use anti-mold solutions to keep your floors looking amazing
Look for anti-mold solutions for bathrooms and kitchens to help keep your floors in good condition for longer.
Installation tools:
- silicone sealant and cartridge;
- tools;
- notched trowel;
- tile spacers;
- tile file to remove redundant elements;
- electric cutter;
- molding machine;
- level;
- rubber mallet for fine leveling;
- sponge;
- soft cloth;
- respirator and goggles.
Installing ceramic and granite tiles is usually presented as a fairly simple procedure, followed by "just cut" advice with a wet saw.
In practice, it's not so easy to install everything with high quality
Then “lubricate the inside” and “set it in place” and finally “press it into the solution”, and then: voila, the magic happens. Perhaps this is really some kind of magic and should not be complicated? Not certainly in that way.
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If you are trying to save money, one way to approach this is to hire a professional for the most visible areas and the central part, leaving himself the legal right to do everything on his own in the corners that will be filled with furniture.
The material is easy to cut with the special tool
If you are not sure that you can lay everything straight, then it is worth hiring a professional installer to avoid irreparable mistakes.
A level floor will keep your kitchen surface durable
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One of the problems that will come your way is that it will be difficult to peel off if you make a mistake.
Beautiful combination of flooring with backsplash
Tile mortar allows for some movement, but unfortunately it will also shift the rest of the work, although this mostly applies to vertical masonry.
For this purpose, there is a tile that will be easier to remove and move if necessary.
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The following guide aims to show you the tricky parts of the job and how to do it in a way that's easier to remove.
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Projects and topics that are generally easier to complete are as follows:
Dry places
special work with the substrate material and sealing.
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Rain can be especially problematic for amateur tiles to make a problem area completely watertight.
Floors near walls
Slippage is something you will constantly struggle with when dealing with walls.
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Tiles ranging from 10 to 30 cm
Small size, especially if it is a mosaic, especially easy to install. Use self-adhesive (although it has very limited use).
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Hard work
Dry mortar for ceramics is quite cheap, but the problem is that it is difficult to mix.
The solution is to buy a pre-mixed solution. Although it is more expensive, it saves you from the process of correctly measuring the amount of water with powder.
A level floor surface is essential
In addition, mixing the dry matter is physically difficult. If you don't have a good floor, your tiles won't lay flat. In this case, damage will inevitably occur at adjacent edges that do not have the same height.
Bright colors are always pleasing and easy to perceive
Worse, a base floor that is not hard enough will eventually lead to cracking. Tiles that will be located around the perimeter must be cut. I used a wet grinder, or you can use a regular tile cutter.
You will most likely want to use both types of cutting tools. If you have any chips, you can arrange them so that the problem area is under the baseboard or in another inconspicuous place.
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Even perimeter tiles can be difficult. They don't automatically fall into straight lines: you'll have to work hard to get everything straight.
Cutting, laying diagonally is very difficult and can be a real challenge for a beginner. Proper alternation is difficult. Be sure to use plastic spacers for the correct spacing.
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While the spacers are very difficult to remove, they provide the perfect spacing. Constantly kneeling on a hard surface can affect the quality of your work. For this reason, when working yourself, it is worth buying an inexpensive pair of knee pads.
One way or another, self-laying is a complex and time-consuming process, so the first experience should be under the supervision of professionals.
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marble drawing
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