I have floor tiles down but they get filthy as my husband works in construction and I have a child and a dog, but I can hoover them they look unattractive though and are not ideal in a kitchen, I know lino will drive me wild having to mop up and hoover all the time any suggestions.
2007-02-27 03:09:02 · 17 answers · asked by ♥Linz 2Boys Due A Girl 23/07/10♥ 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
I have tried it all ,I have had tiles that have cracked when something heavy was dropped on them laminate that bubbled up when the washing machine leaked. and lino that scratched when a heavy object was pulled along it, but all in all I think I might go back to the lino because it was pleasant to walk on not as cold as the tiles it was cheaper and can be changed more often .There is a good mop available now that cleans it in no time but I think the easiest thing is to get the family to remove their shoes when they come in ,or be prepared to help keep the floor clean,
2007-03-02 18:49:31 · answer #1 · answered by lucy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd have to say stick with vinyl, either the kind that comes in a roll or the tiles. They have some that has shades of tan and gray that looks like ceramic tile. You don't want anything too light or dark. You can get it for high traffic areas. Ceramic is hard on the legs and feet and dishes if you cook and clean up a lot. Hardwood is real nice--that's what I have now, but I think it's maybe for your next floor, not when you have an active family. When you talk about the Hoover, are you talking about the Floor Mate. It vacuums and scrubs and sucks up the wash water. Swiffer is great, but I don't know how effective it is on heavy soil. I have a "no shoes" rule in my house. Muddy shoes come off at the door because I feel I work just as hard keeping the house clean and as the person who goes out to work and gets their shoes dirty. On rain and snow days, I put down a big old beach towel both inside and outside to catch the dog tracks. They can be picked up and washed and dried easily.
2007-02-27 04:25:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No matter what flooring you put down you can't get away with not having to clean it.
Wood laminate is best. Get a waterproof one for the bathroom and seal around your kitchen cabinets with a sealant, if you have a flood, your cabinets won't get ruined. Any spills can be wiped up easily even if left and dry out. Very hard wearing, will withstand high heels, animal claws and dropping of saucepans, etc. Stays looking like new for years.
There are loads of different colours to choose from but don't go too dark if you have a small kitchen, will make it look even smaller. Try to get one that compliments your kitchen work top rather than the cabinets.
And shop around, the prices vary so much. So easy to lay. I done my whole ground floor. I'd never laid it before and it looked great, was one of the things that klinched the deal when I sold my house.
2007-02-27 03:43:28 · answer #3 · answered by pampurredpuss 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If linoleum is out, I suggest decorative concrete, tile or slate. These types come in a variety of different patterns and colors as well as textures. They can generally be seal with a variety of sealants. Ceramic tiles are pre sealed during the glazing process but the grout will need sealant. Make sure that whatever floor you put down, you seal. Grease from the stove can ruin a floor in no time. Make sure you get one that will last and is durable enough for the traffic that it will see.
2007-02-27 07:31:25 · answer #4 · answered by martymoose 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's all about colors.. . Since you do not want Linoleum, I would suggest a darker color of tiles. You can go with a brick type flooring, uneven pieces of slate (looks beautiful) but keep in mind if you have a small kitchen you will not want to go to dark.
Keep in mind hardwood is beautiful but if you have a dog you have to worry about the nails scratching, boots scuffing the floor etc..
Either way with a floor like that and the situation you described, even if you go with a color that always looks clean, your floor is still going to be dirty. Hoovering is not making for a clean for sorry. By a swifter wet it takes me ten minute to go over my floor daily.
2007-02-27 03:13:57 · answer #5 · answered by Issym 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If there is already lino there, you may in line with danger replace it with yet another lino it extremely is brighter and cleanser. It does no longer be too high priced for a small piece and it does no longer rely no rely if it is not what you individually might pick to stay with as you're attempting to sell. Your community carpet keep could additionally sell lino. take a glance and notice in case you will discover something extremely independent which will bypass with just about something. it could have an on the spot results of starting to be the room look greater useful.
2016-11-26 01:59:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you thought about laminate flooring or high shine tiles. High shine floor tiles are easy to clean as the dirt canot stick to them, just simply wipe. They are available from all good DIY stores
2007-02-27 03:20:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dark tiles or slate, my mum has dark grey slate tiles and a small dog who loves digging in the dirt, they are easily cleaned just mop once or twice a week.
2007-02-27 03:20:30 · answer #8 · answered by Lou 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not use ceramic tiles its durable and easy to maintain though its a bit pricey.
2007-02-27 03:21:37 · answer #9 · answered by briggs 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think the best flooring for a kitchen is hardwood because carpet could easily get messy i mean come on who hasnt droppped any thing on a kitchen floor but it also depends on what colors your kitchen is you have to be color coorinated to match
2007-02-27 03:13:34 · answer #10 · answered by cece 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋