New Materials for Kitchen Flooring

(MENAFNEditorial) (EMAILWIRE.COM, July 20, 2013 ) Round Rock, TX -- Ceramic, wood, rubber, cork, brick, linoleum... the options are seemingly endless, which makes choosing a kitchen floor seem a bit daunting. It is important to clearly understand the needs of your house in order to make the right decision. For those environmentally conscious homeowners, the perfect floor will be sourced from renewable resources. For those who love to cook, the right floor will have somewhat of a cushion to prevent leg fatigue. And families with pets and small children will prefer a material that is easy to clean and can withstand the wear and tear of everyday life. Ed Wallace of Hallmark Floors explained that while homeowners have a wide variety of choices, many choose engineered hardwood, which is composed of at least two layers of wood in the form of a plank. It has recently increased in popularity because it can easily be installed over radiant heat, concrete or other irregular subfloors. According to Wallace, depending on the needs of the job, engineered flooring can be stapled, nailed, floated or glued down. And because it is hardwood, it often is seamlessly integrated into the look of the house. Today, many manufacturers have replaced oil finishes with eco-friendly water-based finishes. Pre-finished floors come in a range of styles and are extremely durable. Wallace stated that because of its distinctive grain, oak remains the most popular. The surface is easy to re-finish and hides wear and scratches well. The cost of engineered hardwood varies widely, and can usually be found for $2.99 per square foot or more. Imitation Wood If you like the look of wood but prefer the durability of tile, then ceramic tile planks are a good option. Bob Westra of Wayne Tile explained that these planks are manufactured from porcelain tile to look like hardwood or even natural stone. The ceramic planks are environmentally sustainable and easy to maintain according to Westra, which cost between $4-6 per square foot. Eco-friendly It is possible that hardwood floors are environmentally friendly, as trees can be farmed and replanted are are biodegradable. However, it is necessary to purchase wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) or reclaim or salvage it. The Council puts its seal on wood from forests with the highest environmental and social standards. About PebbleTileShop.com Pebble Tile Shop (http://www.pebbletileshop.com) is an online retailer based in Spokane, Washington, specializing in pebble tiles for kitchens, bathrooms, showers or pools. We always offer free shipping and 100% price match guarantee. Pebble Tile Shop Customer Service 8888709591 news@postpressrelease.com This is a press release. Press release distribution and press release services by EmailWire.Com: http://www.emailwire.com/us-press-release-distribution.php. Source: EmailWire.Com