Kitchen from Scratch with New Finishes
The kitchen is arguably the liveliest space in a home. It’s not only the place where meals are prepared but also where family and friends gather, share moments, and create memories. Kitchen renovation is a significant investment—both practical and emotional. To ensure a long-lasting result, choosing the right materials and applications is essential.
Planning and Surface Preparation
Proper renovation begins with proper planning. Before any work starts, it’s important to ensure that the surface is ready to accept the new materials. Surfaces must be clean, stable, and appropriately prepared.
In areas with potential moisture exposure (e.g., near sinks or washing machines), using a waterproof substrate treatment such as Kraft Paints’ Hydroguard Elastic System or Hydroguard One is necessary. These create a waterproof barrier that protects the construction and extends the lifespan of the finishes.
Finish Options
The kitchen can be refreshed in various ways:
- New tiles on walls and floors
- Decorative cement coating on walls or countertops
- Decorative finishes with modern or classic textures
Using tiles provides durability, easy maintenance, and countless aesthetic options. On the other hand, decorative cement coating gives the kitchen a modern and continuous feel, combining minimal design with practicality.
Safe Tile Installation
The adhesive plays a crucial role in tile durability. FixoTile Flex 30 offers elasticity and excellent adhesion, ideal for kitchen walls and floors—even in areas with thermal stress.
For large tiles or specific requirements, FixoTile GEL and FixoTile GEL MAX with GEL technology ensure flawless application and additional stability, especially on vertical surfaces or with heavy materials.
Grouting and Finishing
To fill joints between tiles, a high-strength grout is used. Kraft Paints’ FixoGrout One, available in multiple shades, protects the surface from moisture, stains, and dirt buildup. It also facilitates kitchen cleaning and preserves its freshness for years.
At contact points with countertops, sinks, or windows, sealants from Kraft Paints such as Joint PU 25 are used. These withstand stress and temperature changes, preventing moisture intrusion and future damage.
Decorative coating in Modern Kitchens
Decorative coating is becoming increasingly popular in modern kitchen spaces. The Arterra Patiti system from Kraft Paints provides solutions for creating countertops, islands, walls, and splashbacks with impressive texture and high resistance to stress.
With proper application and sealing, this coating can fully meet the demands of a high-traffic environment like the kitchen, offering a unique look and style.
Maintenance and Durability
Kraft Paints’ products are designed to withstand constant use, moisture, and frequent cleaning. Proper application of adhesives, grouts, and sealants ensures long-term kitchen performance and reduces the need for future repairs.
Conclusion
Starting a kitchen renovation from scratch is a unique opportunity to create a space that combines functionality and aesthetics. By choosing quality products like Hydroguard Elastic, FixoTile tile adhesives, Arterra Patiti decorative coating, FixoGrout One grout, and Kraft Paints’ specialized sealants, the result will be durable, practical, and stylish for many years to come.
