Flooring Choices

In the project we've been following, construction has progressed to the point that the majority of the newly installed flooring has been uncovered.  This is exciting because you finally get to see how the floors interact with the cabinetry and the newly designed spaces.

In the kitchen, flooring should generally be installed prior to cabinet installation.  This way, if there is ever a change in the cabinet configuration, you won't be left with the need to try and blend new sections of flooring into the old.  And in a remodel, there is always the necessity of making flooring choices that flow well from any existing flooring materials, while still being practical to the new owners.

This project was no exception.  With careful consideration, the homeowner chose a wide-plank wood flooring for the kitchen and breakfast area, and a porcelain tile for the mud room.  With four children, plus mom and dad moving into this house, the tile is a perfect choice.  The dark color blends well with the adjoining floors, and the matte tiles provide an extremely durable and slip-resistant surface for entry from the back yard and pool area.  At the same time, the wide-plank flooring in the kitchen offers more warmth and comfort under foot, and is another excellent choice.

Here are some views of the kitchen floor. The major traffic areas are still covered to prevent scratching.

And here are some views of the porcelain tile in the mud room.

Both materials really show off the creamy colored cabinetry and walls.  Great choices!  It won't be long now until there are six pairs of feet running around on these floors...well, actually five pairs for now.  One pair of those feet is still in the "carrying on mom's hip" stage.  But soon!