2007-08-06 04:36:52 · 8 answers · asked by Maine 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
I think tiles are great. But cream ones are a no, no! If you can afford them, the really thick ceramic ones are great (but expensive), like the ones you would find in an Italian restaurant.
2007-08-06 04:41:28 · answer #1 · answered by Smokeabella 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Commercial grade linoleum would probably be the best followed by tile.
Tile should last longer than commercial grade linoleum, but comercial grade linoleum will last a long time and it is easier to clean than tile.
One person did mention something that I almost forgot about. You could, possibly even go with a stained concrete floor. Stained concrete can look surprisingly beautiful. I'd recommend checking it out just for curiousity's sake, especially if you have a slab floor house.
2007-08-06 12:55:33 · answer #2 · answered by devilishblueyes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd like to ask a couple of questions. First is this a commercial kitchen or is this in your home? How many people use this kitchen? What is currently on the floor. What type of subsurface? How big (square footage )? Most important, how much do you have allocated for this project?
2007-08-06 13:57:49 · answer #3 · answered by Steven Y 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree that there needs to be more information about the type of kitchen. Is it commercial or residential. If its in a home you should be good with just tile. If its commercial, go with a commercial quarry tile or a poured epoxy floor. There is also a "rubber" floor that is glued down and works great in commercial applications. www.alliedfloor.com
2007-08-06 15:58:42 · answer #4 · answered by phildingo8 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Commercial grade inlaid linoleum--figure on paying more for both finest grade material and honest/experienced layer of same...price usually includes installation, and worth every penny because you won't have to do it again and again. Follow the instructions as to wax/don't wax or any protective coatings the mfg. and installer recommend. Make sure there's a warranty on both materials & installer, and go for threshhold strips that suit your colors/decor--they'll bung in gold-flavor strips in most jobs, but there are other choices. Hint: put non-skid mats in front of sink or stove for comfortable footing and to reduce footprint scuffs in those areas. Done right, all you'll have to do is swab - the shine should be basically "built-in".
2007-08-06 11:45:51 · answer #5 · answered by constantreader 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bricks if you like rough finish....this is found in Spanish homes. Very easy to maintain, wear and tear is very less.
Concrete with a glossy finish
Tiles with matte finish
Apart from wood, natural stones and carpet... I think everything else is fine. I would never use these three materials in the kitchen
2007-08-06 11:43:23 · answer #6 · answered by SP 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just re-did my kitchen and put in a porcelain tile that is 2 x2 feet square (less grout to clean). It is light cream and swirl colors. Looks like (and is) Italian tile. The dirt doesn't show and I love it!
2007-08-06 11:41:01 · answer #7 · answered by bevrossg 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ceramic tiles . If your place is anything like mine then ceramic flooring ,especially for the kitchen is the best.
2007-08-06 11:43:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋