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The kitchen is often considered the heart of any home, so it's understandable we want them to look good as well as be practical. Refitting a kitchen is rarely an inexpensive project. and once the main work is done, the final job is often choosing your flooring. However, there's no need to spend an unearthly sum to get flooring that looks good. There are plenty of stylish and practical options that won't break the bank.
Before you stump up for stone or real wood to complete your design, consider these inexpensive flooring options for your new kitchen instead.
Linoleum
Linoleum has been a popular choice for years, loved for its durability and low cost. These days, lino has come on leaps and bounds, sporting textures and patterns that can give the impression of expensive stone or wooden floors. Linoleum is easy to install, just another reason why it's a great choice for your home. If you've got skills in DIY, there's no reason why you can't fit it yourself. It's a practical option in kitchens, easy to clean and resistant to stains and spills.
Brick
For a warm, cosy flooring option, brick is the perfect choice. It has a natural look and the colours create a warm and inviting feel. They can be laid in different patterns, giving you real control over the final look. Keep in mind that although the bricks themselves are relatively inexpensive, if you aren't a trained brick-layer, or you don't have one as a family friend, having the bricks laid is a task best left to professionals. Shopping around for the best deal and making sure the company you decide to use has a good reputation is very important. If the flooring isn't laid well, having to pay to get it replaced is likely to cost more than if it had been done properly in the first place.
Cork
For a slightly different flooring option why not consider cork? This natural product is warm and comfortable, totally unique and soft to walk on. It comes as a sheet, but you might need to pay a professional to trim it to fit if you're not confident with DIY. Similar to engineered wood flooring, you can buy cork planks that are easily fitted by clicking them together.
The downside of this flooring is that it can get damaged quite easily. Make sure no one wears high heels on it and that your dog's nails are trimmed regularly. It will also absorb spillages which can be difficult to clean without leaving stains. You can apply a sealer to the surface annually as well as getting the cork refinished on a regular basis, both of which will help reduce overall wear and tear.
Making the Right Choice
With so many options to choose from, picking the flooring for your new kitchen won't be an easy decision. Take into consideration the overall look of your room, as well as the level of footfall the room will have. A family of five will have different flooring requirements to a single person who doesn't tend to cook much. Once you know what you will need you can start looking at the options available in your price range.