Parquet and tiles in one room

2022-09-13 14:43:50

... Personally, I would not voluntarily have parquet installed in the kitchen and in front of the patio door. Even though everyone says that you could wipe everything away. I am also convinced that you _could_… but do you actually do it? Can you immediately see it? Do you have both hands free? The thoughts of interrupting what you are actually doing to wipe afterwards? Anyone is welcome to do that...

I myself have parquet in the kitchen and in front of the patio... Now one year has passed and you can't see anything (not even pathways or other differences on the surface). I had already thought about it, but the initial "Warning: take off your shoes" calls from me to visitors have stopped. In retrospect, all the "worries" about it were too much. But of course, no constantly running children, no animals, no roommates. So quite a different stress situation. Just wanted to contribute this for forming opinions ;)

2022-09-13 15:13:04

I had sealed parquet in the previous apartment, now oiled. The oiled feels nicer on the feet and also looks better. But it really takes more work. I have various stains, especially in the kitchen. It bothers me occasionally, but for some others it would probably be too much.

Still, I would always choose oiled parquet again because it is so cozy. I don’t have falling cucumber jars or a dog. :D

Recently, a normal plate slipped from my hand. It made a loud noise but nothing broke on the wood. Not even the wood.

2022-09-13 15:17:04

For example, with us it's not an exception: I see on our fairly sandstone-resistant tiles every day some little spots that I can wipe away with a damp cloth. These little spots are not caused by animals, but by, for example, drinks carried from the kitchen to the living room or terrace… or when gardening is due and I go into the house with moist-wet hands, when cooking leaves one or the other "fresh" juice or splashes or yes, also drops something (it creates the same mess on parquet and tiles)… or watering flowers… or damp socks… or sometimes a dirty shoe… laundry dripping, window cleaning… All this cannot be avoided, but you cannot interrupt your work often enough to always wipe everything away. Personally, I would not voluntarily have parquet installed in the kitchen and in front of the terrace door. Even though everyone says that you can wipe everything away. I am also convinced that you _can_… but do you do it? Do you see it right away? Do you have both hands free? The thought of breaking off what you are actually doing to wipe up afterwards? Everyone is welcome to do that. I am glad that my tiles look insensitive and I can postpone what is necessary until I have time for it. And yes: on a relatively small area and interruption of the floor without delimiting the "functional area", one leaves a change alone. That rather reduces the room and only brings disadvantages.

That is absolutely understandable and of course you are basically right. Nevertheless, in the end, this is a matter of personal consideration and taste. Of course, tiles are more practical and easier to clean, but before I lay tiles in the living/dining area, I accept the additional effort and possible "defects" over time. We (I/we) simply feel much more comfortable on a wooden floor than on tiles, despite 5 people in the household. At the same time, I have had only leather seats in the car for many years because they are much easier to clean and stay attractive much longer. Views and tastes are just that different :)

2022-09-13 15:47:42

Nevertheless, in the end it is about a personal consideration and taste.

And it is about showing advantages and disadvantages in the forum. Because dividing the fields is only a disadvantage here.

At the same time, I have had only leather seats in the car for many years, as they are much easier to clean and remain attractive for much longer.

Nonetheless or still, you mean?! ;) Leather is basically to upholstery what tile is to flooring.

2022-09-13 16:30:30

And it is about showing advantages and disadvantages in the forum. Because partitioning the fields is only a disadvantage here.

Exactly :)

Nevertheless or still you mean?! ;) Leather is basically to upholstery what tile is to flooring.

Correct. I wanted to confess exactly this "contradiction" in my statements :)
The floor must be homely, is normally maintained, and may, if necessary, show "defects" over time. This then simply belongs to our habit.

I cannot stand "grubby and stained" seats in the car or sofa sets, therefore only leather for years = easier care ;)

2022-09-13 17:47:51

Exactly :)

Right. This is exactly the "contradiction" in my statements that I wanted to admit :)
Flooring must be homely, normally maintained, and may, if necessary, also show "defects" over time. According to our habit, that simply belongs to it.

I can't tolerate "grimy and stained" seats in the car or couch set, which is why I've been using only leather for years = easier care ;)

Hehe… for me it's the opposite: I can replace upholstery, but not floors.

However, for me floors also have to be homely, but not just floors, the entire interior. And since a sofa on parquet without a rug doesn't look homely and fully furnished, and there are very nice "warm" tiles, you can well combine the practical with the homely. :D

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