Need help deciding flooring for open plan kitchen-dining-living space

Mrs_F_2017

@Doozergirl I ordered some Amtico samples after seeing your photos on another thread and if it had just been kitchen/dining I think it could have been an option for us but I don't think I'd want it in my lounge. 

Doozergirl

Mrs_F_2017 said:

@Doozergirl I ordered some Amtico samples after seeing your photos on another thread and if it had just been kitchen/dining I think it could have been an option for us but I don't think I'd want it in my lounge. 

The OP is talking about waterproof options which they're not going to achieve with wood.  It's not a low maintenance option. 

It is easy to pick out a wood floor, it's harder to find one at a reasonable price that is going to stand the test of time, remain UV stable (not turn ginger) and not get damaged/stained in a house full of small people and/or dogs.  Mainly dogs, because their claws annihilate it if they're not peeing on it.   🙄

The less practicalities a household has to consider, the better the longevity of wood, certainly. 

gwynlas

I have had Karndean vinyl tile fitted in our annex including shower kitchen and living area looks great. Tou could lay an area rug in living area if you widh to ring the changes.