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Hardwood floors add beauty, warmth and visual appeal to every room in the home, and the kitchen is no exception. In the past, some homeowners shied away from kitchen hardwood flooring, believing that higher levels of moisture and mess on kitchen floors would be a problem for a hardwood surface. But with the right structure, finish and maintenance, hardwood planks can create a stunning kitchen floor that will hold its beauty just as long as vinyl, tile or stone.
At Carlisle, you’ll find a wealth of options for wide plank kitchen hardwood flooring. Wide plank floors give any room a more spacious and luxurious feel. Wider planks let the personality of the wood stand out and add tremendous warmth to an interior design. Our wide plank specialists can help you decide on solid or engineered kitchen hardwood flooring, and help you explore the personality of Hickory vs. Walnut vs. Oak and other hardwood species. Whether you choose living room flooring, home office flooring or kitchen hardwood flooring from Carlisle, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind floor that will be the centerpiece of your home.
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ExploreYes. While kitchens floors see more traffic and are susceptible to more spills and moisture, there are many ways to keep kitchen hardwood flooring clean and protected from damage and wear.
Keeping kitchen hardwood flooring clean is the best way to protect the hardwood surface. Sweep and vacuum regularly to eliminate the dust, dirt and debris that can cause scratches and dents. Clean up spills immediately. And consider using a rug or mat for areas of the kitchen that will see the highest amount of traffic.
The choice of tile vs. hardwood flooring comes down to personal preference. With the right maintenance, it's easy to keep kitchen hardwood flooring or tile flooring clean and protected from spills. Tile tends to be colder and harder on your joints if standing for a long time, while wood flooring is going to feel warmer and offer a slightly more accommodating surface for extended hours of standing. Ultimately the choice of a tile vs. vinyl vs. wood floor depends on the aesthetic you prefer in the kitchen, and how your kitchen floors will complement floors in adjoining rooms.
In terms of hardwood species, denser woods like Hickory or Maple tend to be more resistant to scratches and wear. But with the right amount of care, it's easy to keep any type of wood protected from kitchen mishaps. Your choice of wood for your kitchen hardwood flooring ultimately comes down to the color and personality you prefer in a hardwood floor.
Yes. Engineered floorboards are an excellent option for kitchen flooring, as they are more resistant to moisture and humidity. Engineered wood is made with a top layer of hardwood that's glued to several layers of backing material like plywood, fiberboard or wood. Boards made in this fashion perform better in areas of higher moisture or higher relative humidity. Engineered floorboards are ideal for mud room flooring or for loft flooring installed over concrete slab, for example.
Yes. Prefinished hardwood flooring arrives at your home ready for final installation – the finishing tasks will have already been completed at our facility. That means you won't have to endure the mess and inconvenience of sanding, staining and sealing your kitchen floor on-site.
When your Carlisle kitchen hardwood flooring is ready for delivery, our team of shipping experts will wrap it in protective material to keep it safe from moisture and dead-pack it in a Spruce wood crate for shipping.
Kitchen hardwood flooring from Carlisle can be installed with a combination of staples, nails, and/or glue, or through direct glue down installation. The right method for your floor depends on the subsurface and a variety of conditions in your space.
When you place your order for your floor, we’ll provide you and your installer with helpful tip sheets that outline proper installation techniques to maximize the beauty and durability of your wide plank floor. And throughout the installation process, your wide plank specialist will be available to answer questions and offer the expertise developed over 50 years of designing and crafting wide plank floors.
When you want unsurpassed quality and beauty from your kitchen hardwood flooring, Carlisle is your #1 source. We’ve been handcrafting the finest wood floors in the country since 1966, and we’ve built our reputation on producing wide plank floors of extraordinary quality. Every Carlisle floor is unique – a work of art in wood that has been handcrafted with passion, purpose and pride by our artisan woodworkers. Providing responsive customer service and expert guidance at every step of the way, our team will work with you to achieve your vision for your kitchen hardwood flooring, ensuring your floors meet our exacting standards and exceed your expectations.
