Which kickboard is better for kitchen & pantry

Sara thy · May 05, 2024 12:23 am

Which kickboard is better for kitchen & pantry and why?
1. Waterproof brushed aluminium
2. Waterproof brushed stainless steel
3. Any other types to consider other than this?

chippy · May 05, 2024 1:23 am

It's purely a matter of aesthetics.
The brushed metal kickboard look was popular some time ago but the majority of people now just go with a matching colour kickboard to the rest of their cabinets.
The aluminium and stainless are no more water proof than a standard colour kickboard, so unless you particularly want those finishes there is no real benefit other than the fact that they hide dirt and marks better.
I have matte white kickboards and have never had issues with them getting dirty. It's a good practice to give your kickboards a wipe down every now and again

Sara thy · May 06, 2024 12:51 am

chippy

It's purely a matter of aesthetics.
The brushed metal kickboard look was popular some time ago but the majority of people now just go with a matching colour kickboard to the rest of their cabinets.
The aluminium and stainless are no more water proof than a standard colour kickboard, so unless you particularly want those finishes there is no real benefit other than the fact that they hide dirt and marks better.
I have matte white kickboards and have never had issues with them getting dirty. It's a good practice to give your kickboards a wipe down every now and again

i want to protect the bottom area from wet as i used to do mopping regularly.
so thought Aluminium or stainless steel for water proof.
then which one to go for water poof kickboard

chippy · May 06, 2024 9:13 am

The stainless or aluminium are both just veneers of the product stuck on moisture resistant particle board. It's not solid material, so it's no different to a melamine or similar.
What is more important is that the kickboards are sealed to the floor to prevent moisture and dirt getting in under the kickboards.

Sara thy · May 06, 2024 1:09 pm

chippy

The stainless or aluminium are both just veneers of the product stuck on moisture resistant particle board. It's not solid material, so it's no different to a melamine or similar.
What is more important is that the kickboards are sealed to the floor to prevent moisture and dirt getting in under the kickboards.

great point. you are a champion :-)