Best Kitchen Flooring: Options and Tips

Your customers expect floors in kitchens to perform, not just look good. It needs to handle spills, heat, moisture and constant use. Here’s how you can advise them with confidence.

1. What the Kitchen Environment Demands

The best kitchen flooring combines three essential qualities:

1. Durability - High moisture, frequent spills and heat sources. The kitchen sees heavy traffic and needs to withstand it.
2. Easy of cleaning - The kitchen is in constant use, food spills, kids, splash zones. It must be easy to maintain.
3. Style that feels right - as the heart of the home, it must look good and feel good.

2. Real Engineered Wood - A Top Choice

Engineered wood gives customers the warmth and character of real timber with added practicality. Its layered structure helps resist warping and movement, making it ideal for busy kitchens.

It’s not fully waterproof, so spills should be wiped up quickly, just as with any floor covering. The advantage is that it can be refinished, offering a long-lasting investment customers appreciate.

3. Waterproof Stratex® Boards

Stratex® floors combine realistic wood designs with waterproof technology. Their highly stable composite core and PU-coated protective top layer make them suitable for high‑risk kitchens, family homes and rental spaces where durability matters. They resist moisture, dents and high foot traffic.

Good subfloor preparation remain essential for best results.

4. Design & Layout Considerations

Colour, pattern and board width all influence the finished look. Neutral and natural tones suit most kitchens, while mixed plank and herringbone formats can help define zones like dining areas. The Craft Herringbone range matches the Craft plank range for easy zoning.

Consider the plank width too. Narrower boards, like Innovate may suit a smaller room and wider, like Craft may suit a bigger room.

5. Installation Mistakes to Avoid

Kitchens are demanding. Ensure successful installation by following the below steps.

1. Avoid solid wood floors
2. Fit the kitchen cabinertry before the the flooring
3. Always prepare the subfloor properly, sound, flat and dry
4. Confirm underfloor heating compatibility
5. Ensure entrance mats protect high‑traffic zones from grit and debris
6. Check warranty for peace of mind

6. Aftercare & Maintenance

Encourage customers to clean regularly, wipe spills immediately and use suitable cleaning products. Felt pads or castor cups help prevent surface marks and keep the finish looking fresh.