Kitchen Flooring Choices

From old standbys like hardwood to new contenders like laminates, the choices are daunting. We evaluate the pros, cons, and costs.
by Nena Donovan Levine

A kitchen designer compares and contrasts different flooring materials that are suitable for kitchen use, including laminates, solid and engineered wood, vinyl and linoleum sheet goods, and tiles, ceramic and stone tile, along with unusual choices such as bamboo, rubber, and stainless steel.

From Fine Homebuilding 151 (Kitchens & Baths), pp. 40-47
November 1, 2002

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Materials | Purchasing | Floor Coverings | Kitchens | Floors and Coverings
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