Vinyl Kitchen Floors

Vinyl flooring has more depth and texture today than it did a generation ago, so it can look like hardwood, tile and stone, and it comes in a variety of colors. Vinyl is soft underfoot, so it's comfortable to stand on for long periods. It's also warmer to the touch than hard surfaces like tile. Vinyl comes in various levels of gloss so you can get a range of looks.

Sick of your old, dated carpet or linoleum? Get the look of wood floors, but with even more durability and less maintenance, with vinyl plank flooring. This is an excellent option for homeowners with basic DIY skills.

Here's a flooring installation you can tackle yourself with little to no DIY skills: vinyl plank. Similar in look to hardwood, vinyl plank adheres to itself with integrated adhesive strips and all you'll need to install it is patience and a utility knife.

Resilient vinyl plank flooring averages less than $1.50 per square foot, is easy to install by simply cutting to size with a utility knife, then staggering each plank to create a pattern. To clean, vinyl can simply be wiped clean with a sponge.

Drew Scott's team on HGTV's Brother Vs. Brother remodeled this outdated kitchen, installing vinyl flooring with a hardwood look, modern ceramic tile backsplash, new cabinets, quartz countertops and new appliances.

One of the key focal points of this Brother Vs. Brother renovation was updating this kitchen by installing hardwood-like vinyl floors.

This neutral contemporary kitchen has rich dark wood cabinets with crisp white countertops. An open floor plan emphasizes the room's size, while a striking textured vinyl floor meant to mimic hardwood adds an extra dimension to the design.

To create a room that is comfortable and can stand up to a lot of pets, in this home designers used furniture upholstered in performance fabrics: Sunbrella, Crypton and leather. And for a durable flooring choice, the designers went with luxury vinyl tile.

The vinyl hardwood-look flooring in this kitchen is 100 percent waterproof and features an attached cork underlayment that is naturally resistant to odor-causing mold and mildew. It was constructed to be a softer, warmer and quieter floor, which makes it a great fit for the high-traffic space.

For a cohesive look in this new open concept kitchen and dining area, luxury vinyl-plank flooring was used throughout the space.

This contemporary kitchen features natural wood cabinets, pendant lighting, gas range, an island with sleek drop-in sink and a lighter shade of luxury vinyl plank flooring to brighten the space.

Crisp black-and-white checkerboard floors bring an updated vintage vibe to this cheerful kitchen. The resilient surface is soft and warm underfoot. Shown: Armstrong Alterna vinyl tile. Photo courtesy of Armstrong

This contemporary kitchen features custom concrete countertops, a custom island, banquette seating and woven vinyl flooring to bring depth and texture to the room.

The floors of this galley kitchen, remodeled and featured on HGTV's Brother Vs. Brother, look like hardwood but are actually budget-conscious, hardwood-like vinyl.

This sheet vinyl floor mimics 12-inch hand-set terra cotta tiles, perfect for a Mediterranean or Tuscan-style kitchen. The surface withstands wear and tear and is quite low maintenance. Photo courtesy of Mannington Mills, Inc.

Made to resemble oak hardwood, this vinyl floor resists moisture and features built-in antimicrobial protection. Shown: Congoleum DuraPlank II, Forest Oak, Golden Harvest. Photo courtesy of Congoleum Corporation

Gray vinyl tiles give this floor an elegant look.

It’s important to invest wisely when selecting floors for a home blessed with active kids and pets. These vinyl plank floor picks are built to withstand all the action in high-traffic areas and lively households with textured finishes, sound-minimizing cores and scuff-proof design. Image courtesy of Build.com

Waterproof vinyl plank designs are a great option for kitchens. Image courtesy of Build.com