It used to be that you would never have wood floors in a kitchen because of the possibility of spills. One leaky dishwasher and your floor is warped and moldy forever.
Guess what, it doesn’t have to be that way! Now there are so many options available to give you the look of a wood floor without worrying about water damage or warping that would occur as a result of a spill.
Here are some of the best options to give you that classic, sophisticated wood look in your kitchen:
Engineered Wood Floors
Engineered wood comes in many different styles and designs, including some specifically designed to stand up to the daily punishment of kitchens.
It is made by bonding a thin layer of plywood with a thin layer of hardwood which is why it is less expensive than hardwood floors. A high-quality engineered wood floor can last 25 to 30 years.
Engineered wood is often less expensive than real hardwood floors (though some brands are pretty close in price) and just as beautiful. The lower cost and ease of maintenance of an engineered floor compared to that of natural hardwood make it a winner in our book!
Bamboo Flooring
Another option for achieving the wood look is bamboo. Bamboo is a very hard and durable flooring option. It has a unique look to it, but it is an attractive option nonetheless.
Bamboo floors have been working hard to overcome their bad reputations. When bamboo floors came out in the 1990s, they weren’t very well made. The bamboo floors available today are now some of the most durable flooring options on the market.
Bamboo flooring is also one of the most eco-friendly choices since bamboo is the fastest growing plant and does not die when harvested.
Wood-Look Tile
One of the most popular options is a wood-look tile which is just ceramic tile made to look like wood. That means you have the durability and low maintenance that comes with ceramic tile while getting the look of wood.
Wood-look tile comes in a multitude of colors that will compliment any kitchen style. You can go for a look-alike of classic dark hardwood or opt for a lighter tile that would work well in a farmhouse-style kitchen.
And if you’re worried about it looking like imitation wood, fear not! Some wood-look tile is so convincing you might not know the difference.
Natural Hardwood
Are you not sold on the alternatives? Hardwood floors are durable and last a very long time – as long as you put in the effort to take care of them. If you are careful, you can absolutely have natural hardwood floors in a kitchen.
Natural hardwood floors not only look great, but they can also increase your home’s value, which will be an added bonus when the time comes to sell your home.
What Floors Would Be Best in Your Kitchen?
Not sure which route to take? That’s okay! Give us a call. We can go over your budget, the style of your kitchen, and any other needs you would like to consider.
At the end of the day, we are confident that any of these options will give you the look of wood floors in a kitchen and be beautiful for years to come!
