Jean B. wrote:
> Well, it looks like I am buying a house. Before we move in, I am
> replacing the floors (now plywood and either linoleum or wall-to-wall
> carpet). Most of the floors will be hardwood, but I'd like to see the
> conclusions that folks have come to about flooring in the kitchen. Thanks!
>


It depends on your climate. I like the look and care of tile in
the kitchen but it gets too cold here in CO about 8 months of the
year for me to want unheated tile floors.

Our kitchen floor, entry hall, family room and dining room are
oak with walnut pegs. Given the choice I would have installed a
lighter, less "grainy" wood. Some people like oak, I don't
particularly.

With wood floors you either have to put rugs down in heavy
traffic areas or be prepared to refinish every few years
where the finish gets worn. Not wearing shoes in the house helps.

gloria p