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Durable Options for Kitchen Flooring

When you’re planning a kitchen remodel, one of the most important considerations is the kitchen flooring. It needs to be durable, water-resistant, and easy to clean, yet somewhat forgiving since you’re likely to be standing in the kitchen for extended periods of time. You’ll also want your kitchen floors to be aesthetically pleasing and fit with the rest of your kitchen. Fortunately, there are many different kitchen flooring options, to go with just about any interior design scheme. Let’s take a look at some of the more popular options.

Hardwood: Classic and elegant, hardwood is also extremely durable and versatile. It doesn’t collect dust and allergens, and can be found in just about any color or stain you could want. Hardwood used to be considered a poor choice for kitchens because it’s not impervious to moisture. However, modern sealers and polyurethane finishes have made it more durable. Hardwood is easy on the feet and good for resale value, but it can become dented, scratched, and stained over time. If you like a well-used hardwood floor’s character, you can leave it alone, but it can also be sanded and refinished.
Laminate: A cost-effective option, laminate looks like hardwood flooring and is easy to maintain. It is susceptible to water damage, though, and cannot be sanded and refinished the way hardwood can. Additionally, if you don’t invest in high-quality laminate, it can look cheap.
Tile: Durable and beautiful, tile is easy to maintain and can create a stunning look in your kitchen. There are many different types of tile available, including ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone.
- Porcelain is stain resistant and good for high traffic areas, but needs periodic grout sealing. It’s stronger than ceramic tile because it’s fired at higher temperatures. It’s very hard, so it’s hard on the legs, and anything dropped on the floor is likely to break. It’s also not recommended for upper stories, because it’s very heavy.
- Ceramic tile is made from natural clay, and it’s an extremely durable flooring material. Available in many different colors and patterns, it can also take on the look of other materials like stone or wood. It can be cold and hard, and if it chips, the clay color within will be revealed.
- Stone tile is popular because it’s durable, long-lasting, luxurious, and adds to the value of your home. Depending on the type of stone, it has different properties. Granite stays beautiful for years if it’s properly maintained, limestone is pretty but too soft for busy areas in the kitchen, marble is elegant but prone to scratching and staining, sandstone has a soft, multicolored look, and while it doesn’t have the durability of granite, it’s suitable for kitchens. Travertine is very well-known, with a beautiful textured surface, but it’s not the most durable stone. Stone is expensive, but it’s unfortunately susceptible to water damage.
Linoleum: The favorite of generations past, linoleum is making a comeback. It’s an environmentally friendly flooring, made of linseed oil, and it’s easy to maintain. It is susceptible to damage if the room is flooded, and if you don’t buy high-quality linoleum, the edges can curl. (We don’t use linoleum)
Vinyl Plank: This flooring marries the look of hardwood with the durability of vinyl. It’s typically inexpensive, comes in a variety of colors, is waterproof, and stands up to heavy foot traffic.
Cork: Naturally resistant to water, mold, and mildew, cork floors can last for up to 40 years with the right maintenance. The cost of cork tiles varies depending on the quality and thickness, but it’s a great kitchen flooring because it’s comfortable to stand on. Spills on cork should be cleaned quickly to avoid staining, and it doesn’t stand up well to heavy sun exposure. It’s not hard to install, so it’s DIY friendly.
Sheet Vinyl: Another old favorite, sheet vinyl has been around for decades. It provides waterproof wall-to-wall protection, is easy to maintain, and doesn’t get cold in the winter. Heavy furniture and appliances can leave dents, however. Because it comes in large sheets, it must be professionally installed.
Bamboo: Interestingly, bamboo is harder than hardwood, though it has the same look and feel. It’s resistant to water damage and very durable, but, unlike hardwood, it can’t be sanded and refinished. (We don’t use these either, a little wary of talking about certain products for remodeling that we don’t actually use in our remodeling)

When you’re looking for bathroom or kitchen remodeling in Arizona, trust the team at Re-Bath & Kitchens®. Having served homeowners in the area since 1978, our kitchen remodel contractors have the home design expertise needed to provide a wide range of bathroom and kitchen remodeling services. Our service is exceptional, and we deliver innovative, high-performance products in our four showrooms in Maricopa County and Northern Arizona. Visit one of our spacious showrooms, call us at 480-359-1778, or contact us through our website for more information.

Unique Pendant Light Ideas for your Kitchen

If you’re planning a kitchen remodel, there’s so much to consider. From countertops to faucets, from appliances to flooring, you’ll have so many choices to make that it may feel overwhelming. While you’re planning, though, don’t forget about the lights. Kitchen lighting can make or break a space, so look for lights that make a statement as well as illuminating the room. We recommend considering pendant lights, which can be truly stunning and elevate your kitchen’s style and function. Here’s how to pick the ones that are perfect for you.

Consider your space. Think about how much natural light you have, and where you’ll need the most light. Don’t leave lighting as an afterthought, but discuss it with your design team while you’re designing the kitchen.
Think about functionality. Cooking, preparing food, and washing dishes all require light. Layer in your lighting, installing lights under cabinets and countertops, on top of cabinets, and over workspaces, adding pendant lights to add interest. It’s a good rule of thumb to consider task, mood, and feature lighting when designing a kitchen.
Using lighting to set the mood. Think about the ambiance you want in your kitchen, and use your lighting to promote that feeling. Warm lights can enhance the colors of your kitchen and even make the food look more attractive.
Choose a fixture to highlight a focal point. A pendant light above an important centerpiece like an island or backsplash can help to show it off to its best advantage

Pendant lights are a flexible form of lighting that hangs from the ceiling using a wire or rod. They’re adjustable, and because they’re ceiling-mounted, they don’t take up any floor or counter space. Perhaps the best thing about pendant lights, though, is that they come in such a wide variety of styles and can be configured in many ways. Here are some ideas about how to incorporate them into your kitchen.

Use pendant to incorporate a particular style. You can find pendant lights in an amazing array of styles. Whether you like mid-century modern or traditional, rustic or contemporary, you can find something that suits your aesthetic. Pendant lights even come in a variety of materials and textures, so whether you prefer metal, glass, or an organic material, there’s a light fixture for you. You can, of course, decorate your entire kitchen in one style, but with pendant lights, you can pay homage to a design look, without overdoing it.
Consider hanging an odd number. This can give a striking look while also providing plenty of light and creating a sense of balance. Three lights over an island, for instance, is functional as well as aesthetically appealing.
Match your lights to other colors and finishes in your kitchen. Think “friends, not twins” and choose lights that complement the metal tones and colors that already exist in your design without matching exactly. This will create a cohesive look that ties all of the elements together.
Choose a pendant light that functions as art. There are so many beautiful pendant lights on the market that this won’t be difficult to do. Do you prefer a pendant in the Tiffany stained-glass style, one that looks like blown glass, or a softer, rounder pendant, made of organic materials for a modern look? There’s a near endless selection, including gorgeous sculptural fixtures that lend the space a creative feel. If your artistic pendant doesn’t give off enough light, support it with recessed lighting that allows it to shine.
Think about different shapes and textures when shopping for pendant lights. Pendant lights come in a wide array of looks, from soft and rounded to angular and square to elegant and elongated. The textures range from metal to glass to fabric to wood, and just about everything in between. Take your time when you’re shopping, and you’ll find something truly special to make your kitchen perfect.

When you’re looking for bathroom or kitchen remodeling in Arizona, trust the team at Re-Bath & Kitchens®. Having served homeowners in the area since 1978, our kitchen remodel contractors have the home design expertise needed to provide a wide range of kitchen and bath remodeling services. Our service is exceptional, and we deliver innovative, high-performance products in our four showrooms in Maricopa County and Northern Arizona. Visit one of our spacious showrooms, call us at 480-359-1778, or contact us through our website for more information.

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