Five fantastic kitchen floor ideas
Ground your kitchen with beautiful, durable flooring that suits your home and lifestyle.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH Woodpecker Flooring • STORY Elizabeth Clarke
The kitchen floor is arguably the busiest in your home and one of the most important investments you will make in this space. Not all flooring is created equal, however, and navigating the endless styles can feel daunting.
Need help determining which kitchen flooring best fits your space? Take the advice of timber flooring specialist Tyler Deane from Woodpecker Flooring and discover the perfect variety for your kitchen.
01. Solid Timber Flooring
A stalwart in many Western Australian homes, solid timber flooring is loved for its elegant aesthetic. It is also natural, eco-friendly, and lasts a lifetime.
"Kitchens with solid timber flooring are timeless," says Tyler. "We are the largest supplier of solid, FSC-certified [endorsed by the Forest Stewardship Council] French Oak in WA and offer a wide range of options, from straight plank, herringbone and chevron to custom-manufactured Versailles panels."
Woodpecker sources timber from a mill in the Burgundy region of France which is kiln-dried in Germany. "The timber is supplied raw, which allows endless opportunities for custom colour and finish," Tyler says. "Solid timber's style, stability, durability and flexibility are unparalleled."
PHOTO BY GEORGE SHI
02. Parquetry
A classic chevron or herringbone patterned floor elevates a kitchen from the ground up. Both zigzag styles have been coveted for centuries and are seen in the world's most sophisticated formal living spaces, drawing and dining rooms, and entrance halls. Chevron planks meet at perfect points like arrows, while herringbone planks feature a distinctive pattern of diagonal lines that appear subtly staggered.
"I think people like a point of difference in the look of their floors, and if you want the floor to be the hero of your kitchen, then parquetry is the answer," Tyler says. "When choosing, consider the size of your hallways and living spaces to determine if a smaller or larger format will work best. Our engineered oaks can be produced in various sizes, adding instant wow to any kitchen renovation or new build."
PHOTO BY GEORGE SHI
03. Australian Hardwood
Australia boasts some of the world’s most beautiful timbers, making them the perfect choice for Perth homes. They provide softness and a sense of warmth, and their higher-than-average density makes them durable for busy daily life. Woodpecker offers a premium range of Manjimup Jarrah, NSW Blackbutt and Spotted Gum in various colours and finishes that suit any style and era of home. "I love the uniqueness of Jarrah that is quintessentially WA,” says Tyler. "Generations have grown up with it, and when you walk into a space with Jarrah floorboard you immediately sense a connection to our landscape."
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04. European Oak
Timeless European Oak floors are widely loved for their good looks and durability. Long-lasting and luxurious, they complement any style of interior and grace some of Perth's most stunning kitchens. “We have researched and worked alongside local architects and interior designers for years to provide a selection of beautiful options for WA kitchens that can bring life to different styles and projects," says Tyler. “Our range of prices and colour schemes make European Oak a go-to for many clients.”
PHOTO BY JACK LOVEL
05. Hybrid
Woodpecker offers the latest vinyl flooring innovation for a kitchen floor that is economical, low-maintenance, robust, scratch-resistant and waterproof.
"Hybrid is the latest vinyl flooring innovation that mimics popular timber flooring options," says Tyler. "Available in standard and extra-long planks, it comes with a pre-attached underlay and features a drop-and-lock installation system, making it a fast and easy product for installers at any experience level."
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25 Sundercombe Street, Osborne Park
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