‘Luxury vinyl floors are warm underfoot, scratch- and stainresistant and perfect for those looking for style and substance. They also help combat cold mornings and can deal with everyday challenges such as dropped utensils, toys and spills.’ Matthew Brook, National Sales Manager, Moduleo
TILE STYLE
‘Traditional patterned tiles are a great way to add flair to otherwise understated kitchens. They’re versatile, too. Try using them to liven up floors or use sparingly to create gorgeous patterned splashbacks.’ George Holland, Design Expert at Victorian Plumbing
Give the kitchen a full update using wall paint, chalk paint, wax, lacquer, stencils and fabrics from Annie Sloan to achieve a bold effect. Or keep it simple and splash out on one piece of feature furniture
Cupboards and table in chalk paint in Antibes Green; chairs in chalk paint in Amsterdam Green,
both £21.95 per 1L, Annie Sloan
You can change the flooring for less than £250 if you choose a luxury vinyl – an affordable way to achieve a natural wood or stone look. This design has the feel of worn concrete, perfect for modern kitchens Select Jet Stone 46942 luxury vinyl flooring,
£25.99 per sq m, Moduleo
Refresh the room by updating the worktops. This white stone-effect design is affordable and easy to maintain as well as being heat-resistant and created to complement all cabinet
colours and finishes 28mm Matt White laminate
and particleboard postformed kitchen worktop, £38
for 62 x 240cm, B&Q
Indesit Cloe IS5G4PHX 50cm dual-fuel cooker in Silver, £249, AO.com
Schon Eigg C spout mixer tap, £74.99, Victoria Plum
Rossio pendant ceiling light with gold inner, £173, Iconic Lights
Kingsbridge 33 x 33cm
tile, £25 per sq m, Victorian Plumbing