Flooring advice for kitchen and living space
We are trying to decide on what kind and colour flooring to put down in our house. It will run through the lounge, dining room and round a corner into a newly fitted kitchen.
We are struggling to find something that would suit our modern kitchen and be suitable for a cosy lounge.
Any suggestions please. Here's our kitchen:
Behind the photographer is the dining space so it is very open.
Comments (25)
honeypoppet
6 years agoI'd look at Karndean and Amtico - personally I'd go for wood effect as this will fit into both spaces if you choose the right tone/colour.
http://www.karndean.com/en-gb/floors (they offer 3 free samples)
Something similar to the below photos could work but always get samples before you make a decision!
Sarah Richardson
6 years agoThank you. I'll have a look at those brands. Any other ideas which aren't wood?
We had thought wood would work well when designing but out of the 10 samples we have bought none of them look great.
We also have wooden furniture and wood flooring in our hallway. We're wondering if we'll end up with a patchwork of wood!Related Discussions
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Comments (4)Hi Sofaiza, It sounds like you have done great so far and have a great space. Well done. I have just completed a kitchen design with what sounds like exactly the same kitchen units. We went for a speckled white worktop which worked really well. We then chose a light grey with a hint of blue for the walls - this is modern and fresh and works well with the white gloss and with the silvers or whites that may appear elsewhere in the kitchen. What flooring have you gone for? For a contrast Black worktop went well and was considered for the same project I mentioned. For the features walls the tiles sound intriguing but I would need to see them to get a better idea or know if they would work with the design. Sounds good though. I am happy to forward a few images of the project here if you want to get in touch. It will give you an idea of how it will all look. I also have trade accounts with the companies I purchased from last time which maybe of interest to you if you are planning on purchasing yourself (not through a tradesmen or designer). My email address is gina.everett@createperfect.co.uk or feel free to call the office on 0208 133 0702. All the best, Gina...See MoreNeed Flooring help please for an open plan kitchen/dining/living space
Comments (21)Hi there, When it comes to engineered wooden floors they have been designed to work in conjunction with under floor heating so there is no issue there. If you are looking to go for a wooden floor then we would recommend going for an engineered board with a brushed and lacquered finish. The brushed texture will hide and scratches or scuffs that may occur, the lacquer on the board. Generally our boards come with 8 coats of Super Matte Lacquer. The lacquer will help protect the board from any spillages seeping into the board. If you have an idea of the colour you would be looking to go for we would be more than happy to suggest some suitable products. We also have some very realistic laminate Flooring by Kronoswiss. The Kronoswiss origins ranges comes in at 14mm thick. It is An AC5 Grade, each laminate is graded between AC1 - AC5. AC5 being the most durable. These boards have been designed to take heavy traffic. The origins range comes with the new Aqua stop technology, stopping spillages from seeping into the board for up to 72 hours. Giving reassurance if any spillages do happen. Here are some of the boards from the Origins range. This is the Kronoswiss Rock Oak Kronoswiss Moon Kronoswiss Sunset. See full range here. If you do have any further queries or suggest a colour of flooring we will try our best to point you in the right directions. You can either give us a call on 0141 8875 5698 or you can drop us an email at info@floormonster.co.uk kind Regards, Floor Monster Team...See MoreAdvice on how to maximise space in Victorian living room
Comments (19)I would say taking up a chunk of the otherwise useable wall with a radiator really isn't ideal. if you really can't afford to move it, then I would look at how beautiful/low the window is. If it starts low and the room is not super light, I'd be worried about blocking the light. conversely, if its v bright then def dont put TV opposite the window. I would def think about whether this is south/north facing before planning. looks like a lovely room, good luck!!...See MoreTo swap kitchen and bathroom to make an open plan living-kitchen space
Comments (12)How about have the kitchen where you want it and a bifold fire door across the opening to separate it from the living room? Would satisfy regs I believe though may not be cheap......See More
A S
6 years agoHow about a white washed wood effect porcelain tile or Luxury vinyl tile (as suggested above,amtico or karndean) or something with a grey tinge to co-ordinate with the kitchen, yet comfy and warm enough for a living space?
Emmanuelle
6 years agoFrank
6 years agoIf you don't want to risk engineered wood...
I've used luxury Vinyl planks from Havwoods - "Plusfloor Splash" is their brand, it's quite comparable to Karndean/Amtico.
All these come in many different surface finish / style options, and in fact are all happy to send you samples. Ask for these, especially for wood-replica; some styles and textures look / feel more realistic than others, I have a set of Karndean samples for example where on one the pattern/Color matches the surface texture but on another it does not. They all feel more natural (less hard and cold) underfoot than tiles.
PROKerry Bryan Interiors
6 years agoHi Sarah,
I've been advising UK Flooring Direct as a supplier to my clients. I have a trade account with them should you like to order at a discounted price, I've only had good feedback about the flooring.
I've advised a few examples below;
1) The first would suit your kitchen great, with it's modern characteristics, also providing a light and homely feel within a living room, as long as of course your furniture is also welcoming and cosy.
2) The second a little darker, with a slightly white washed appeal, would be a great flooring for a cozy living room area and provide the modern touch that you are going for in your kitchen/diner.
3) The third option would be to go for a more natural wood colour, this will keep your room's light and modern, with a natural, yet cosy element.
Thoughts - The option I like most is three, as I've seen this flooring installed personally, and the colour has warmer tones, so will emphasize the cosy feeling in your living area, yet provide a natural and clean element in your Kitchen and Dining Areas.
I hope that these help you with your decision making, I look forward to hearing your thoughts and hopefully pictures of the finished product! If you need any more advice, feel free to message me! :)Kerry x
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PROHumber Architecture
6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoWood flooring will add some warmth to the room however Travertine, Limestone or Marble floors will create a timeless classic floor that will last the test of time.
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Juliet Docherty
6 years agoSarah Richardson
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Gemma Nixon
6 years agoWe've just completed ours and after much debate went for quickstep impressive waterproof laminate in natural oak. Also considered Karndean but the budget wouldn't stretch quite that far!
Sarah Richardson
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PROThe London Tile Co.
6 years agoOur Apollo range is available in a polished or matt finish and can be used in both your kitchen and living areas https://www.londontile.co.uk/category/apollo
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PROTopps Tiles
6 years agoHi Sarah,
A grey toned floor would work perfectly through the kitchen, dining room and the lounge. A wood effect will help to give the rooms texture and warmth, whilst the grey will tie the black, white and green together.
Our Tabula wood effect tiles in 'fog' give the look of a wooden floor, but are much more durable and require little to no maintenance.
PROTimberZone Design Ltd
6 years agoHi Sarah,
Have you considered a parquet herringbone design wood floor?
Or perhaps a treated wood, something a bit different to natural oak colour, with a tinge of green to emphasise the feature wall?
Sarah Richardson
6 years agoSarah Richardson
6 years agoOur floor is nearly finished with just the edges to complete. We're still trying to get the rooms straight and are thinking about colours and furniture choices for the future but we are really pleased with the floor.
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