Marmoleum kitchen floor

Whit Preston

And all for less than $1 per square foot.

As much as we love our pets, sometimes they can wreak havoc on our floors. From gouges and scratches to the inevitable “mess”, the floors of a home filled with cats, dogs and other 4 legged friends have to be durable. We’ve got a flooring that can not only fend off all that Fido can do to it, but looks gorgeous and is good for the environment, too.

The dual-occupancy Coodye House by Virginia Kerridge Architect combines modern colour and craftsmanship while remaining sympathetic to the existing fabric of the heritage building.

You know the expression, “A picture’s worth a thousand words.’ Well, in this case it’s absolutely true! Our Small Cool Kitchens 2012 Contest just got started. Want to enter the contest? We draw so much inspiration from you and your kitchens, so here are a few ways to improve the photos you submit. 1) Maximize the natural light. Throw open all the blinds or curtains if you have them.

Marmoleum

Forbo Marmoleum Modular Tile, fun and practical, natural linoleum, safe alternative to vinyl, VCT or laminate.

Forbo Marmoleum Waterproof Click Cinch Loc Seal, easy-to-install, easy-to-maintain, affordable, healthy, sustainable floating flooring, no nails or glue, alternative to vinyl, VCT or laminate.

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