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Attainable bright kitchen with muted clay cabinetry, stainless range and refrigerator, cream stacked backsplash and a broad stone-look tile floor

Kitchen Flooring, Backsplash Tile & Appliances

Build a kitchen that works for cooking, gathering and everyday cleanup. Explore kitchen flooring, backsplash tile and appliances, then coordinate those choices with the cabinets and counters already in your plan. AHL brings project materials together for renovations across Marietta, Norcross and the Atlanta area.

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A starting selection from AHL’s current catalog. Appearance or placement on this page does not certify suitability for a wet area, floor or wall.

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A practical guide to your kitchen project

Compare kitchen flooring for everyday activity

The kitchen floor has to work with cooking spills, chairs, foot traffic and adjoining rooms. Compare tile, vinyl and wood products by their approved application, surface texture and care requirements—not by appearance alone. Review how each floor will meet doorways and other finishes. Product-specific moisture guidance matters, particularly around sinks, dishwashers and exterior doors.

Give the backsplash a clear role

A kitchen backsplash can blend with the countertop or become the room’s main pattern. Subway tile offers a simple rhythm, mosaics bring smaller-scale detail, and textured or stone-look tile can add depth. Compare grout samples as part of the design. Plan exposed edges, inside corners, outlets and the range area before calculating material quantities, and confirm installation requirements for surfaces near heat.

Measure for appliances before choosing finishes

For a refrigerator, range or dishwasher, record the opening width, height and depth as well as nearby handles and doors. Check the exact model’s installation clearances, required connections and ventilation guidance. Think through the route from the delivery entrance to the kitchen. A listing photograph cannot confirm fit, included accessories or compatibility with the connections in your home.

Connect flooring, counters and cabinetry

Use an existing cabinet door, countertop sample or clear photograph as a starting point. Compare warm and cool undertones and decide which surface should carry the most pattern. A quieter floor can balance a lively backsplash; a subtle backsplash can leave more room for natural wood grain. Review samples under the lighting you actually use, including under-cabinet lighting where present.

Plan a complete kitchen material order

Measure floor and backsplash areas separately and check the selling unit and coverage for each product. Include appropriate transitions, tile trim, grout and preparation materials. Add appliance model numbers and any required accessories to your list. Ask your installer about the sequence of flooring and appliance installation, then confirm quantities and pickup arrangements with your AHL store before scheduling the work.

Kitchen questions, answered

Which flooring should I compare for a kitchen?

Compare tile, vinyl and wood products approved for your kitchen conditions. Consider moisture exposure, traffic, care, subfloor preparation and the floor height at adjoining rooms. Waterproof or water-resistant claims belong to the exact product and installation system, not every item in a material category.

Should my backsplash match the countertop?

It does not have to match. Look for compatible undertones and a balanced amount of pattern. Compare tile and grout samples directly against the countertop and cabinet finish before committing to a combination.

What measurements do I need for kitchen appliances?

Measure the available opening and delivery route, then compare the model’s full dimensions, door swing, required clearances and connections. Check installation instructions for ventilation and service access. Confirm which parts are included in the listing.

Can the same tile be used for the kitchen floor and backsplash?

Some tiles are approved for both, but wall-only tile must not be assumed suitable for a floor. Check the product’s application guidance, setting requirements and care needs. The size that works visually on a wall may also need a different layout on the floor.

How do I check kitchen product availability at AHL?

Save the product links or SKUs, selected finishes and required quantities, then contact the Marietta or Norcross store you plan to use. Confirm current availability and pickup details before arranging transport or installation.