Kitchen Flooring Guide for Round Rock and Cedar Park Homes

Your kitchen floor takes more abuse than any other surface in your home. Spills, dropped items, heavy foot traffic, and temperature fluctuations from cooking—Round Rock and Cedar Park kitchens demand durable, practical flooring that still looks great.

As Williamson County's trusted flooring contractor, we've installed hundreds of kitchen floors across Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Georgetown. Here's what works best for Texas kitchens.

Top Kitchen Flooring Options

1. Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) - Our #1 Recommendation

LVP dominates kitchen installations in Round Rock and Cedar Park, and it's easy to see why:

Waterproof protection: Spills, leaks, dishwasher overflows—LVP handles it all. The 100% waterproof core means you never worry about water damage.

Durability: Commercial-grade wear layers (12-20 mil) resist scratches from dropped utensils, chair legs, and pet nails. We've seen 7-year-old LVP in busy family kitchens that still looks new.

Comfort: LVP has slight give underfoot, making it more comfortable for long cooking sessions than tile or hardwood.

Cost: $6-12/sq ft installed—significantly less than hardwood or quality tile.

Best for: Families with kids and pets, budget-conscious homeowners, anyone prioritizing low maintenance.

2. Porcelain Tile - The Premium Choice

Tile flooring offers unmatched durability and style options:

Heat resistance: Tile stays cool in summer and handles heat from cooking without damage.

Design flexibility: Endless colors, patterns, and sizes. We're installing large-format tiles (12"x24", 24"x48") and warm-toned porcelain in most Cedar Park kitchens.

Longevity: Quality tile lasts 20-30+ years with minimal maintenance.

Drawbacks: Hard underfoot (consider anti-fatigue mats), cold in winter, grout requires periodic sealing.

Cost: $8-15/sq ft installed for quality porcelain.

Best for: High-end homes, homeowners who love tile's look, kitchens with radiant floor heating.

3. Hardwood - Beautiful But Risky

Hardwood looks stunning in kitchens, but it's our least recommended option:

Water vulnerability: Spills must be wiped immediately. Dishwasher leaks or sink overflows can cause serious damage.

Maintenance: Requires periodic refinishing, special cleaners, and careful care.

When it works: Open-concept homes where kitchen flows into living/dining areas. Install hardwood throughout for visual continuity, but use rugs in high-spill zones.

Cost: $10-20+/sq ft installed.

Best for: Luxury homes with open concepts, meticulous homeowners, low-traffic kitchens.

What Round Rock & Cedar Park Homeowners Choose

In our recent projects:

• 65% choose LVP - Practical, affordable, family-friendly
• 30% choose tile - Premium look, ultimate durability
• 5% choose hardwood - Open-concept luxury homes only

Kitchen Flooring Installation Tips

Acclimation matters: Let materials adjust to your home's temperature and humidity for 48-72 hours before installation.

Proper subfloor prep: Level subfloors prevent lippage (uneven tiles) and squeaky floors.

Expansion gaps: Leave proper gaps around perimeters for material expansion—critical in Texas climate.

Professional installation: Kitchen floors see heavy use. Proper installation ensures longevity.

Get Your Free Kitchen Flooring Estimate

Ready to update your Round Rock or Cedar Park kitchen floor? We offer free in-home consultations with samples and transparent pricing.

Call us today: (512) 769-2292 Email: [email protected]

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Our Services

• LVP Installation - Waterproof luxury vinyl plank
• Tile Installation - Beautiful, durable tile floors
• Kitchen Remodeling - Complete kitchen renovations

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*Capital City Flooring Austin has installed over 500 kitchen floors in Williamson County. We understand what works in Texas kitchens and provide honest recommendations based on your lifestyle and budget.*