The main factors that must be taken into consideration when choosing the right type of floor for the kitchen are its strength and practicality. “Kitchen floors need to be practical for day-to-day maintenance,” says architect Flávia Medina. The kitchen is an environment in the home that is in constant contact with grease, smoke, water, and food debris, so the lining of the room must be durable and easy to clean. Every decorative detail in the kitchen needs to be practical and functional, as these are necessary characteristics and almost intrinsic to the environment. On the other hand, according to the architect Inah Mantovani, the entire project must be thought of when choosing the best floor for the kitchen. “It is necessary to think about the predominant colors, the desired style for the kitchen, and the details present in the room”, says the professional. There are different types of materials, in addition to different colors, designs, and models of kitchen flooring on the market. To help in your choice, check out tips and inspiration on the subject.

6 tips for choosing the right floor for your kitchen

A room gains personality thanks to the details that are carefully thought out to compose the environment and the floor is an essential detail. Attention is needed to choose the floor of a room like a kitchen, which needs functionality, so architects Inah Mantovani and Flávia Medina helped to point out important tips for choosing the right floor for the kitchen.

1. Escape from white

“Where did the idea that the kitchen floor should be white come from?”, asks Flávia Medina. Today, there are floors in different colors and patterns that look good in kitchens. “The tone of the floor must seek a composition with the rest of the decoration, whether standing out through colorful motifs or creating a neutral base so that other details stand out”, completes the professional.

2. Beware of slippery floors

It is very important to choose a kitchen floor that is not too slippery because we always use water, oil, and fatty foods in this environment. According to Flávia Medina, we should avoid choosing floors with a polished finish. Inah Mantovani also says that a good option is non-slip floors. “But it is always important to be careful, as some are very porous and can easily stain”, warns the architect.

3. Light floor x dark floor

“An environment with darker floors becomes more elegant, sober, and sometimes even modern. While an environment with floors in light tones gives us an idea of cleanliness, organization, balance”, says Medina. The choice depends on other finishes and defined details, on the feeling that the resident wants to convey, and also on the size of the space, as dark floors can create the impression of a smaller environment, while light floors can enlarge the room.

4. Choose durable, easy-to-clean floors

The kitchen is an easily dirty environment that handles the daily use of food and products. For this reason, the kitchen floor needs to be resistant to contact with water and grease. Furthermore, it also needs to be practical for cleaning.

5. Set the decoration style

The choice of both the material and the color of the floor depends on the style defined for the room. By having decor in mind, it is possible to think about which type of flooring in Vancouver fits best with the other details. Porcelain floors can represent elegance, wooden floors bring a rustic feel, and tiled floors and tiles enhance vintage and retro looks, for example.

6. Consider space needs

You need to think about your kitchen space as a whole and what your needs are. Light floors, as already mentioned, can amplify small spaces. Printed floors can bring life to a simple environment or can be exaggerated when the space already has many different decoration details, for example. If you're building, think about how much space is available for this room and how you plan to decorate it. If it's just changing your kitchen floor, choose a floor that blends in with the space you already have.