best flooring option for a new kitchen

[JavierSil]

Hi, I have also decided to install a new kitchen floor for my parents. My Dad had put down one of those vinyl tile which looked OK for a few years but now is just falling apart. I am trying to decide what the best flooring option would be. I am pretty sure I will go with some Travertine tile. Not sure if I want to do a pattern or even what color to go with. Any ideas? I kinda dig the travertine with some accent pieces put into the pattern but I am not sure if I have the skill required to lay out the pattern. I was thinking about a light tan color for the tile but my mom was concerned about it getting dirty to easy.

[CharleyB]

JavierSil;
Be careful using Travertine in a kitchen. Make sure it is the type with a solid surface. Travertine tends to have voids (holes) in the surface that become hard to clean. Tile in general is good for a kitchen. Also make sure the substrate is absolutely solid. Tile backer board is necesssary. If the substrate is not solid the grout lines will crack when walked on. I'm a thirty-year contractor and have learned these lessons.
All the Best,
CharleyB

[JavierSil]

Hi Charley:

Thanks for your suggestions. I will consider them.

[johnbriggs]

Yes!that's right idea for establishing a new kitchen,,just make sure everthing is good and under peoples control.