When its time to update your kitchen, even little projects can have a huge impact.

If you don’t have the desire to do a complete remodel, even something simple like changing out your flooring can set the stage for an entire new look. A dulling vinyl switched to a beautiful tile, for instance, can add appeal and value to your kitchen area.

Typically people choose tile in the kitchen for two reasons: it looks great and its one of the easiest flooring to maintain. If you have dogs and cats, or children of any age, maintenance is a big deal. With tiling, whatever they can dish out, your floors will take and keep looking great in the process.

Your first task when choosing kitchen tile will be to decide what type of tile to install: stone or ceramic. Stone is a natural product that is taken directly from the earth. The three most common types of stone are granite, marble and limestone, with granite being the hardest.

In all circumstances, stone is a porous product, which means it is easily stained in its natural form. In order to resist staining and discoloring, you will have to seal and maintain it over time to keep its beautiful, natural look. Because the color runs all the way through, scratches won’t expose a different color. Yet the more polished the surface is, the more it will show marks and scratches. Something to keep in mind when installing on walls and countertops.

Ceramic tile is made from clay either sun baked or dried in a kiln. There are hundreds of options when it comes to choosing clay, each with their own characteristics and performance. Color is applied as a glaze at the time of sealing, so every color you could ever want is an option. Because color is surface only, it will show scratches that move through the color and down into the clay itself.

What tile is best for you and your family is usually based on personal preference, and ultimately your lifestyle.

• Do you entertain a lot?
• Do you have pets, children and all ages moving in and out of the kitchen daily?
• Do you have large windows with lots of light?
• Do you want easy maintenance?

With so many choices, its easy to find the perfect style for you. Yet the key is to listen to advice as you are making your final selection. Many clients have come in and chosen with their hearts, only to be disappointed because of the maintenance required       – something they weren’t expecting. If maintenance is a big deal – bigger than the final look – make sure you make a selection that fits your lifestyle first. With so many choices, you can find the perfect look and make your home liveable at the same time.

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