No matter how much we turn towards using atypical construction materials or finishes, outside the ordinary, we must acknowledge that the elegance of wood is hardly replaceable by any other type of surface.
While in the past classic parquet was the winner when it came to interiors with style, today we can choose from a multitude of types of parquet or wooden floors for our living rooms and bedrooms.
Moreover, interior design trends lead towards giving up tiles and faience in the kitchen and continuing the flooring boldly even in the kitchen. While in the living room we can prevent floor wear with the help of rugs, in the kitchen these are inconvenient and not at all recommended for such a busy space.
Cleaning would become a process much too complicated and frequent.
Thus, manufacturers have adapted to consumer needs and created types of wooden floors suitable for spaces like kitchens. However, it remains up to you to choose which is best for the apartment or house where you live. Here are some aspects to consider when choosing the right wood.
The kitchen is a place subject to a high level of humidity, so the wood must be specially treated against it, also recommended if you have underfloor heating. At the same time, the kitchen is also a heavily trafficked area, so it would be good to opt for a more resistant wood such as oak, walnut or beech, rather than pine, spruce or fir.
Hardwood, resistant to heavy traffic:
Brazilian Walnut
Brazilian Cherry
Red Oak
Australian Cypress
Mahogany
Wood with a rough appearance is very beautiful and certainly attracts attention, but in the kitchen it is best to opt for long, smooth wooden planks, without any type of unevenness, because crumbs and debris can get into the holes and cleaning the floor becomes very difficult. As a rule, a coat of varnish will also help maintain a smooth and easy-to-maintain floor.
Speaking of maintenance, wooden floors in the kitchen are more demanding than those in the rest of the house, so their care ritual must be applied more often to prevent staining or scratching.
