There are many reasons why hardwood
flooring makes sense in your kitchen. One main consideration, of course, is
cost. In general, hardwood flooring is less expensive than tile floors. It is
more cost effective to install, and can be installed directly on top of a
plywood base rather than having to do extensive sub floor preparation. This is a surprise to many of my
customers, but it’s a pleasant surprise since most would prefer hardwood
anyway.
Hardwood floors can give your
kitchen area a larger appearance, particularly if the rest of the homes floors
are done in the same material. Having hardwood floors throughout the home
brings the rooms together, and is in high demand in new homes. This will help
in a sale if you ever decide to sell.
Hardwood floors do not have grout
to deal with, which can easily collect dirt in a kitchen. This makes a hardwood
floor much easier to clean, and to keep clean. They last longer than tile
floors, and are always in style. Tile can crack and break over time, and become
discolored – if a hardwood floor needs refinishing, it can simply be sanded
down and refinished rather than having to be torn up and replaced. Your kitchen
floor takes a great deal of abuse – spills, spots and dirt – and you need a
floor that can be easily wiped up. With proper maintenance, it will last for many
years.
A hardwood floor with a satin finish is the best choice for a
kitchen floor, as it does a better job of hiding food and dirt spills. When
selecting the type of flooring to use in the kitchen – and elsewhere in the
house – remember that certain woods, such as oak, maple and cherry, are the
most durable choices. Distressed pine flooring is frequently chosen because of
the rustic appearance; however, pine will show dents and scratches more easily
than a hard wood.
As long as you are willing to
take good care of your wood floor, it will serve you well in the kitchen for a many
years! This makes it a great choice for a kitchen floor.
Cinderella Carpet One in
Salinas has the finest selection of hardwood floors! With every purchase we offer expert installation and full
manufacturers’ warranties. Our
professionally trained sales staff can help you find the right wood floor for
your specific needs. We offer free
estimates and financing
options are available to qualified buyers.
Right now we are having a sale on all hard surface
floors storewide. Save up to 30%
on Armstrong hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl and other hard surface
brands. Visit our showroom at 6 Rossi
Circle in Salinas before 9/23.
