Finishing touches

Once your kitchen is fitted, you can work in the decoration that combines both practicality and looks. Flooring has to be hardwearing, easy to clean and waterproof – like luxury vinyl tile, engineered wood, quality laminate or contemporary poured concrete. Carry it through to the dining and living spaces, zoning the areas with rugs or tiling. Splashbacks are essential for protection, but can be a style statement with on-trend metallics, bright colours or shaped tiles. If you do tile, consider a sealant to coat them so any spills can be wiped off and they stay pristine.