Kitchen Flooring Solutions Nottingham
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What's Included in Your Kitchen Flooring Installation
- Removal and disposal of your existing kitchen flooring
- A full subfloor assessment, checking for unevenness, damp and any materials that may need testing before removal
- Levelling compound, ply boarding or a damp-proof membrane fitted where the subfloor needs it
- Moving appliances and furniture out of the kitchen and putting them back once the floor is down
- Supply and fitting of your chosen material to manufacturer specification
- A full clean-up of the work area once fitting is complete
Not Included / Costed Separately
- Specialist testing or removal of any flooring found to contain asbestos, which needs a licensed contractor and is priced separately once identified
- Structural repairs to joists or floor timbers beyond standard levelling compound or ply boarding
- New electric underfloor heating systems - we can fit these or advise on compatibility with an existing system, but they're quoted as a separate item
- Full costs are only confirmed once we've seen the subfloor in person at the free measuring visit
How We Fit Your New Kitchen Floor, Start to Finish
- Get in touch -- Call or email to talk through what you want from your new kitchen floor and book a free measuring visit.
- Free home visit and measuring -- One of our team measures your kitchen, checks the subfloor for damp, unevenness or anything else that needs addressing, and talks through material samples with you.
- Written, itemised quote -- You get an exact quote covering materials and fitting, with no obligation to go ahead.
- Old floor removed and subfloor prepared -- We take up your existing flooring, dispose of it, and level or damp-proof the subfloor as needed before anything new goes down.
- Fitting -- Your new flooring is fitted to manufacturer specification, and appliances and furniture are put back in place.
- Clean-up and handover -- We clear away all debris and leave the kitchen ready to use.
Kitchen Flooring Materials Compared
| Flooring type | Typical cost installed | Water resistance | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laminate | £30-50 per m² | Fine in a water-resistant range; standard laminate can swell at the joints | Budget-conscious kitchens, rentals and first-time buyer homes |
| LVT (Luxury Vinyl Tile) | £45-80 per m² | Completely water resistant | Family kitchens wanting warmth underfoot and underfloor heating compatibility |
| Porcelain/ceramic tile | £50-100 per m² | Completely water resistant, virtually indestructible | Busy, high-traffic kitchens - can last 25+ years with care |
| Engineered wood | £60-120 per m² | Water resistant with proper sealing; avoid standing water | Open-plan kitchen-diners wanting a natural look |
| Natural stone | £80-150 per m² | Needs regular sealing to resist staining and water absorption | Period properties and homes wanting a unique, premium finish |
A Family Kitchen Business Behind Every Floor We Fit
We're a family-run business that's been designing and fitting kitchens, floors included, across Nottingham and the wider East Midlands for over 20 years, with 800+ kitchens completed for local homeowners. You deal directly with the people doing the work, not a call centre. Subfloor preparation is often what separates a floor that lasts from one that doesn't, and ours is backed by plasterers with four decades of site experience between them - which matters when you're levelling a sloping Victorian floor or screeding a damp-prone concrete base. Every job comes with a 5-year guarantee on labour and installation and a 2-year guarantee on products, plus a written agreement before work starts so there are no hidden extras. We're also members of the Construction Industry Training Board and the Federation of Small Businesses. Because flooring sits alongside our wider kitchen design, supply and installation service, if your project also needs appliances plumbed and wired in, that's handled by our own NVQ-qualified plumbers and Part P approved electricians rather than a separate contractor you have to track down yourself.
Where We Fit Kitchen Floors Around Nottingham and the East Midlands
Our base covers Nottingham and Greater Nottingham first, including West Bridgford, Wollaton, Beeston, Arnold and Sneinton, then extends into Nottinghamshire towns such as Mansfield, Kirkby-in-Ashfield and Stapleford, and across into Derbyshire for Derby, Long Eaton, Alfreton and Heanor. That's roughly a 15-20 mile radius from our workshop, reaching as far as Chesterfield and the Derbyshire border. The same fitting team and free measuring visit apply wherever you are in that area, so a Victorian terrace closer to the city centre gets the same subfloor-first approach as a newer build out towards Derby.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best flooring for kitchens?
There's no single "best" option - it depends on your needs, budget, and preferences. If you want the most durable, water-resistant option, porcelain tile is hard to beat. For comfort and cost-effectiveness, luxury vinyl tile (LVT) is excellent. For warmth and natural beauty, engineered wood with proper sealing works well.
How much does kitchen flooring cost in Nottingham?
Prices vary based on material and installation complexity, but approximate costs including fitting are: Laminate: £30-50 per square metre installed LVT: £45-80 per square metre installed Porcelain/ceramic tile: £50-100 per square metre installed Engineered wood: £60-120 per square metre installed Natural stone: £80-150 per square metre installed For an average 15m² Nottingham kitchen, budget around £450-750 for laminate, £675-1,200 for LVT, £750-1,500 for tile, £900-1,800 for engineered wood, or £1,200-2,250 for natural stone.
Is vinyl flooring good for kitchens?
Modern vinyl, especially luxury vinyl tile (LVT), is excellent for kitchens. It's completely waterproof, durable, comfortable underfoot, and comes in styles that realistically mimic wood, stone, and tile. It's also warmer than tile and easier to install. We fit lots of vinyl in Nottingham kitchens with great results.
What's the most durable kitchen flooring option?
Porcelain tile takes the crown for durability. It's virtually indestructible, won't scratch, stain, or water damage, and can last for decades. The weak point is grout, which may need periodic cleaning and resealing. For a more comfortable but still very durable option, consider high-quality LVT with a thick wear layer.
Can you put real wood floors in kitchens?
You can, but we generally recommend engineered wood rather than solid wood for kitchens. Engineered wood has a real wood top layer but a more stable base that resists the moisture and temperature changes common in kitchens. With proper sealing and prompt cleanup of spills, engineered wood performs well in kitchen environments.
How long does kitchen flooring installation take?
For a typical Nottingham kitchen of 15m²: Laminate or LVT: Usually 1 day Porcelain/ceramic tile: 2-3 days Engineered wood: 1-2 days Natural stone: 2-3 days These timeframes include removing old flooring and basic subfloor preparation. More extensive preparation (like significant leveling) might add time.