Stylish & Practical Kitchen Flooring Solutions for 2026

Happy New Year!

A new year is the perfect time to refresh one of the hardest-working spaces in any property – the kitchen.

Whether it’s a family home, restaurant, café, staff canteen or commercial kitchen, the right flooring plays a crucial role in both style and performance.

At Fineline Flooring, we specialise in kitchen flooring supply and installation for both domestic and commercial environments, helping customers start the year with a floor that looks fantastic and stands up to daily demands.

Why kitchen flooring matters

Kitchens are high-traffic areas exposed to moisture, spills, heat and constant footfall.

Choosing the right flooring is essential to ensure:

• Slip resistance and safety
• Easy cleaning and hygiene
• Long-lasting durability
• A design that complements the space

Modern flooring technology now allows kitchens to be both practical and design-led, without compromise.

The big kitchen flooring trend for 2026: Vinyl Herringbone

One of the standout flooring trends we’re seeing for 2026 is vinyl herringbone flooring.

Once reserved for traditional wood floors, the herringbone pattern has been reimagined in Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT), making it suitable for kitchens where moisture resistance and easy maintenance are essential.

Why vinyl herringbone works so well in kitchens

• Stylish & timeless – adds character and visual interest
• Water-resistant – ideal for busy kitchens
• Hard-wearing – perfect for domestic and commercial use
• Easy to clean – hygienic and low maintenance
• Comfortable underfoot – warmer and quieter than tiles

Available in a wide range of wood-effect tones, from light Scandi oak to rich, dark parquet styles, vinyl herringbone suits both contemporary and traditional kitchen designs.

Kitchen flooring for homes

For homeowners, the kitchen is often the heart of the home. We supply and install kitchen flooring that enhances your space while coping with everyday life.

Popular domestic kitchen flooring options include:

• Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) – including herringbone designs
• Sheet vinyl – practical, seamless and budget-friendly

Our team will help you choose the right finish to match your cabinetry, worktops and lighting, ensuring a cohesive look that lasts.

Kitchen flooring for commercial spaces

In commercial kitchens, performance and compliance are critical. We install flooring solutions designed for:

• Restaurants and cafés
• Pubs and hospitality kitchens
• Schools and education facilities
• Care homes and healthcare kitchens
• Workplace canteens and food prep areas

Commercial kitchen flooring must be slip-resistant, hygienic and durable, and our expert installers ensure all work is completed to the highest standard with minimal disruption.

Trusted flooring brands

We work with leading manufacturers known for quality, innovation and safety, including:

• Amtico
• Karndean
• Polyflor
• Forbo
• Altro
• Gerflor
• Tarkett

This allows us to offer kitchen flooring solutions to suit all budgets and performance requirements, without compromising on style.

Expert supply & installation you can trust

At Fineline Flooring, we manage the entire process:

• Free consultation and site survey
• Professional advice tailored to your kitchen
• Expert preparation and installation
• Reliable aftercare and support

Whether you’re upgrading a domestic kitchen or refurbishing a commercial food space, you can trust our experienced team to deliver outstanding results.

Start the new year with a new kitchen floor

If a kitchen refresh is on your New Year plans, now is the ideal time to book your flooring consultation.
Serving homes and businesses across Hook, Odiham, Basingstoke, Fleet, Farnham and the surrounding areas.

Call us today! 01256 701 569 or email sales@finelineflooring.co.uk