Best Kitchen Flooring Collections: Best Budget Flooring for The Busiest Room in the Home

The kitchen is where the cookies are. It’s where meals are made. It’s where mom cuts the crust off, and where dad burns the toast. It’s also where sauces get spilled, dishes drip, and dirty feet track in who knows what. That’s why it is important that every kitchen floor be as durable and easy-to-clean as possible. But for most families, that durable floor has to fit into a tight budget. With that in mind, let’s take a look at a few of the best performing and most economical options for kitchen floors.

When it comes to durability and easy cleanup, Tile Flooring is by far the best option for any kitchen. Porcelain and ceramic tiles from manufacturers such as American Florim, Crossville and Interceramic offer superior resistance to physical wear, and are nearly impervious to liquid damage. Just sweep and mop, and that’s really all it takes to keep tile floors clean, even under heavy traffic. Countless tile styles are available, from classic stone reproductions to cutting-edge fabric and metallic looks. Best of all, ceramic and porcelain tiles start at just a couple of dollars per square foot.

Vinyl Flooring is another popular kitchen flooring option because it is also highly resistant to liquids and abrasions. Vinyl floors are easy to clean, and work well in homes with children and pets. Manufacturers such as Decoria, Earthwerks and Forbo offer a stunning variety of colors and styles, from the natural look of bamboo and hardwood to travertine-inspired tile styles to bright and spacey neon hues from the future. Plus, Vinyl floors cost less per square foot than a cup of coffee.

The warm look of hardwood flooring is always a popular choice, but natural hardwoods are often pricey, and require some extra maintenance in high-traffic, high-moisture areas. Fortunately, Laminate Flooring from manufacturers such as Shaw and Quick Step, can provide the warm look of natural wood without the extra hassle. Laminates are extremely durable, and since they’re synthetic, laminate floors are liquid-resistant and easy to clean. Plus, wood-look laminates are remarkably affordable – just a couple of bucks per foot.  

Of course, tile, vinyl and laminate floors are just a few of the materials that can offer the superior durability and liquid resistance that all kitchen demand.  But these fine floors aren’t just tough – they’re some of the most stylish and most economical options on the market. If you’d like to talk more about flooring for your kitchen, or have any questions at all, feel free to call us anytime at 866-705-1340. Good luck on your project, and thanks for reading!