What should I consider when i choose flooring in my kitchen?
I like a gray black stone look tile. It looks good with my appliances and cabinets, but want a mid century farmhouse vibe. I think it could look too modern. The appliance are light pickled maple. The cabinet hardware is antique bronze and looks black.
Other considerations are that there are 2 doorways one to Living Room, the floor there is light beige carpet, and one to the Dining Room the floor there is red oak. A lot of the house from the entry and down the hall is also red oak. I think of changing the kitchen to hardwood to match, but think the left over patch of carpet in the living room could look odd. If I hardwood the entire upstairs I would REALLY stretch my budget.
If you read this and can help me then I thank you very much. We bought a fixer upper in the country. I don't have enough money to make mistakes. I like a real comfortable & unpretentious look. I see magazines where when done right homey 1940's touches work with modern materials and stainless appliances. That is what I want to achieve. I prefer cotton, maybe semi sheers or print cafe curtains at the bay window. I may have to buy new, but my round table is an old 50's laminate top, maple.
Obviously, I can't afford a decorator. Thanks all!
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March 24th, 2010 at 4:56 am
You really have a big order to fill on a small budget so here is what I suggest: If you have samples or even good photos of the area you want to tackle first take those with you to Lowe’s or Home-Depot and ask to see what they have that you think would best match what it is your doing. I know "Bruce" hardwood flooring has allot of different kinds of looks and Im sure they will have what will work for you as well, not to mention they may have some paint selections to make everything blend in as well. If you cant afford to hire someone to do the work you will need to allow for making some mistakes because if you have never done any of this before you will make mistakes, even the pros screw up once in awhile.
March 24th, 2010 at 4:56 am
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March 24th, 2010 at 4:56 am
You would like to look at the assorted one piece high end vinyl flooring available (stay away from the high gloss products), they have a range stone look products and are quite durable. These are not cheap but its worth it. You can also look at the various slates and stone products which you can install your self. These stone products require some work but are also durable and possible for a DYI person.