Are you tired of the same old vinyl floor that you have in your kitchen now? Maybe you are you thinking of remodeling or renovating your kitchen. Have you been thinking of getting hardwood flooring? Lately this has become a very popular trend in the kitchen and it can be a blessing or a curse depending on your family’s needs and the time you have to spend cleaning them. At iRemodel, we can answer your questions and help you decide whether hardwood floor in the kitchen is for you. Here are some of the pros and cons of hardwood floors in the kitchen:
Hardwood Floor Pros
- Durable – The first pro about hardwood floor in the kitchen is how strong and resilient they are. Many people are so worried about water or spills ruining the wood, but that only happens if you leave the spill on there indefinitely. If you clean it up quickly, there is no worry about damage. The best way to protect your hardwood floor is to have it sealed after installation instead of before. When you get your hardwood floor sealed after installation, you will have that top layer of sealant to protect the wood from anything coming through the cracks.
- Attractive – Hardwood floors are beautiful and come in many different shades and wood grains. You do not have to worry about matching any paint or furniture colors to your floor because wood goes with everything. Hardwood also goes with any style you choose for your kitchen, whether it is country style, classic, contemporary, or modern. iRemodel in Richmond Hill can help you choose the best for your kitchen.
Hardwood Floor Cons
- Expensive – Hardwood for the kitchen does cost more than other choices, at an average of $8 per square foot and the labor costs are about $9 per square foot to install and more if you have it sanded and sealed after installation. In comparison, vinyl floors cost approximately $2 to $5 per square foot and labor is only about $1 or $2 per square foot for installation. Tile varies greatly in price between $1 to $19 per square foot and installation is $5 to $10 per square foot. We will work with you on costs, so if you have your heart set on a hardwood floor, but are afraid of the expense, we can help you.
- Maintenance – Hardwood flooring has to be maintained to get the best use from it and to keep it looking great. If you have a softer wood such as pine, it is prone to dents and scratches so if you have a big and busy family with pets and kids, you may want to choose a harder wood. You also have to be sure that any spills or leaks be cleaned up before they can get into or under the wood. If your floor is damaged in any spot, that entire section has to be taken out and replaced or refinished.
No matter what type of flooring you are interested in, call iRemodel at 416-825-2542 to see what we can do for you.
We have 16 years of experience and we are to do nearly any job you want. Our craftsmen have the experience and skill to provide you with the renovation you have been dreaming of and we are committed to delivering on time and on budget.