Flooring: choose for sand, dogs, and durability

• Porcelain tile: extremely durable and easy to clean, great for coastal homes.

• Engineered wood: warmer feel, but pick a quality product and plan for proper transitions.

• Luxury vinyl plank: budget-friendly and resilient; choose thicker wear layers and realistic textures.

If you remodel the kitchen but ignore the flooring transition to adjacent spaces, the finished result can feel “patched.” Decide early whether you are matching existing floors, extending new flooring, or creating an intentional transition.