Can I Install Laminate Flooring in My Kitchen?

Q: Can I install laminate flooring in my kitchen?
A: The short answer to this would be that you can put any floor anywhere you want, but that doesn’t mean you should. Laminate can succeed very well in a kitchen as long as you get a product which is very good at standing up to moisture and you take time to ensure the install is done right. This means making sure the cuts are accurate, locking mechanisms are well engaged and proper underlayment is used.
Another important factor to making a wood floor work in a kitchen is to prevent spills whenever possible and to clean up any spills ASAP. Another trick that can work is using a filler or sealer at potential danger zones (such as near a sink) to give some added moisture protection. Most laminates have a color fill or similar product which will perform well in these cases.