Can't decide on wood look tile or Luxury vinyl planks for Kitchen!
Jackie Lin
6 years ago
Featured Answer
Sort by:Oldest
Comments (25)
Related Discussions
CamG - Luxury vinyl tile planks
Comments (19)We did LVT as well, but after about a year are noticing some issues. Namely some high traffic areas are end-buckling, and some areas around multiple wall intersections are gapping. We're okay with it overall since hardwood likely would have done the same, but it seems like with the floating floor (which ours is), that there's been some shifting around as the house dries and cures this first year. A little sad, but they've held up amazingly well with the pets and fact that we track all kinds of dirt into the house. Some scratches (we're pretty hard on floors), but the DH husband reminds me it would be WAY worse if it was real hardwood. Most people can't tell the difference to be honest....See MoreLuxury Vinyl Tile Plank Opinions
Comments (8)We also have the Adura LVP, in Essex Oak. We have stairs that come down into the room, so when we found out that Mannington was (at the time; I don't know if anything newer than Nov 2015 has come onto the market) the ONLY mfg who offered one-piece stair treads, we turned our attention solely to that line. You may want to know that our vendor absolutely refuses to do a click-lock install on LVP. Glue-down only is their policy. They said they had way too many consumer problems with click-lock installs on LVP versus zero complaints with glue-down. Two different contractors and three different friends who were experienced remodelers, all thought the flooring was wood. The LVP is only slightly separated, at a right angle, by our kitchen flooring, from a 1940's red oak flooring. We were pretty amazed that no one could tell the LVP wasn't "real" wood, with the red oak flooring so close by. Sorry our experience is less than a year so far. But we have been very pleased with the LVP. Easy, easy, easy to keep clean. Do note that some folks who have had LVP very long-term have said fade occurs in strong daylight situations. I can attest that even the highest quality LVT does suffer color changes in strong direct daylight. Our kitchen flooring is Metroflor LVT in a slate-look tile, installed in 2003. I recently had to have a single tile replaced, whose corner edge had chipped off. It wasn't until after replacement I noticed the new tile (from an extra box I bought at the same time) which had been used to protect a table surface but was exposed for about 10 yrs to more direct sun than my kitchen floor, IS now a very slightly different color than the rest of the kitchen tiles. It has a color shift to the more brown/tan hues, than the others. It's not terribly noticeable - after six months I don't think my DH has ever noticed it - but UV shift is something to be aware of if you have windows with direct sun coming in, that are not coated with UV reduction film. YMMV, of course. This is a 25x18' MBR: Close-up: The one-piece stair tread, with mitered side edge:...See MoreEngineered Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank, or Luxury Vinyl Tile/Stone?
Comments (9)Installing hardwood in Florida takes extra effort. The first part of that effort is having EXCELLENT humidity control in the home. In hot, humid climates that means the A/C might not be enough. It might require an additional whole-home dehumidifier. It can also rule out an 'open window' type of home. Again, it depends on the location and the humidity levels. Hardwoods must be kept in a 'happy humidity' range between 45% - 60%. At all times. Every minute of every day. For ever and ever. And ever and ever. That means you will spend more on your HVAC system to have that type of 'push button' control (whole home humidifier/dehumidifier). And then the type of build also dictates the best practice for installation of hardwoods. A concrete slab takes extra effort to glue down wood. A high-end adhesives must be used and those add $2-$3/sf...just for the glue. The hardwood and labour are on top of that. In Florida, the most appropriate floors are stone, tile, terrazzo or concrete. All of which are hard and cold. Of course a cool floor in a hot climate is a BENEFIT...not a drawback. Part of the cold flooring is it helps keep the house feeling cool. Vinyl is then the next option. The difference between the 'wood look' or the stone/tile look is simply aesthetics. If you LIKE the look of wood, then go for it. If you LIKE the look of stone/tile, then go for it. With vinyl you will require very good UV block on your windows. Ask your builder what level you have on your windows right now. You will want to find something with UV block ABOVE 50%. I prefer to see 70% - 75%. That keeps the vinyl and the house cool. But it also makes growing indoor plants a difficulty. Plants struggle with UV blocking windows at 70% or higher....See MoreInstalling Luxury Vinyl Plank next to Porcelain Wood Tile??
Comments (7)What did you decide to do in your bedroom? You wood porcelain tile is so pretty. Do you know the brand and color it is? I’m struggling between LVP and wood like tile too....See MoreOmega flooring LLC
6 years agoDragonfly Tile & Stone Works, Inc.
6 years agoJackie Lin thanked Dragonfly Tile & Stone Works, Inc.Jackie Lin
6 years agoHal Braswell Consulting
6 years agoOmega flooring LLC
6 years agoknockebiz
6 years agowilmathecat
6 years agojkbybl
6 years agojkbybl
6 years agoJackie Lin
6 years agoknockebiz
6 years agoCastle Bespoke Flooring
6 years agoSam Davies
5 years agoknockebiz
5 years agowilmathecat
5 years agoknockebiz
5 years agowilmathecat
5 years agoUser
4 years agoLynn Precourt
4 years agosilken1
4 years agoevelynsmom
last year
Related Stories
KITCHEN DESIGNKitchen Luxuries: The Wood-Fired Pizza Oven
If you love homemade pizza and are (ahem) rolling in dough, a wood-burning oven may be just the right kitchen investment
Full StoryKITCHEN DESIGNKitchen of the Week: Tile Sets the Tone in a Modern Farmhouse Kitchen
A boldly graphic wall and soft blue cabinets create a colorful focal point in this spacious new Washington, D.C.-area kitchen
Full StoryKITCHEN DESIGNWonderful Wood Countertops for Kitchen and Bath
Yes, you can enjoy beautifully warm wood counters near water sans worry (almost), with the right type of wood and sealer
Full StoryKITCHEN OF THE WEEKKitchen of the Week: Rich Wood, Stone and Rustic Warmth
This kitchen on an alpaca ranch in Washington embraces its rural surroundings — and a decidedly not-white palette
Full StoryKITCHEN DESIGN8 Top Tile Types for Your Kitchen Backsplash
Backsplash designs don't have to be set in stone; glass, mirror and mosaic tiles can create kitchen beauty in a range of styles
Full StoryKITCHEN MAKEOVERSWood Kitchen With a Rustic Feel and Modern Appeal
Custom cabinets and subtly patterned terra-cotta backsplash tiles are part of a new kitchen with old-world warmth
Full StoryKITCHEN DESIGNNew This Week: Rustic Wood Beams Wow in 4 Kitchens
These spaces show how rustic wood beams can bring warmth and character to contemporary spaces
Full StoryMATERIALSWhat to Know About Luxury Vinyl Flooring
The flooring material has become increasingly popular. Here’s how to determine its quality and get it installed
Full StoryKITCHEN DESIGNKitchen of the Week: Turquoise Tile and a Dining Nook for 16
Entertaining is a piece of cake in this remodeled beauty with an extra-large stove and seating for a crowd
Full StoryNEW THIS WEEK12 Kitchens That Wow With Wood Cabinets
Consider one of these dynamic kitchen cabinet designs to add warmth, texture and nuance
Full Story
Jackie LinOriginal Author