The kitchen is the place where your family gathers, where delicious meals are prepared, and where your style can be reflected in many ways. Tile flooring is an important addition to any kitchen, providing a sturdy, durable surface that can add to the room's design. To choose the best tile for your kitchen, keep these tips in mind.

How to Choose Tiles for a Kitchen Floor

1. Match the Existing Color Scheme

Your tiles should complement the kitchen's existing color to create the best visual results. Traditionally, kitchens are bright, airy spaces, with homeowners preferring whites, yellows, and earthy tones on the walls and light wood or painted cabinetry. However, in recent years, there's been an uptick in the number of homes with darker kitchens, integrating dark wood cupboards, stone countertops, and rich wall colors. Whatever path you choose, the flooring should only enhance the look of the kitchen.

2. Consider the Traffic

Think about the amount of foot traffic your kitchen flooring sees in a typical day. If you have a large family or a family with young children, stronger tiles like ceramic, granite, and porcelain are smart options. However, if you're a single person who only uses the kitchen to cook a few times a week, any variety of tile will work well.

3. Think About Your Backsplash

Before deciding on flooring, look at the backsplash behind your sink, oven, and cabinets. Selecting a floor tile that blends well with the color of your backsplash will create a sense of continuity and tie the overall look together more completely. Or, you could always do this process in reverse by choosing the floor tile first and then installing it along with the backsplash for a whole-room makeover.

When you need tile for your kitchen, trust the flooring contractors at A Better Carpet & Flooring. Since 1984, they’ve been serving property owners throughout Southbury, CT, and the surrounding areas. From carpet and hardwood to laminate and ceramic tile, they’re your one-stop-shop for all flooring needs. To request a free estimate, call (203) 267-7227.