We're getting a substantial extension to our kitchen which will result in an L shaped area of about 40 square metres in total. I've looked into a number of flooring options and had several quotes (to be honest this is unlikey to be a diy job for me) but they are all frighteningly high. A quote for Karndean supply and fit came in about =A32,200. The cheapest possible tiles from Topps come in at about =A3350 but with adhesive, ply sheets, grout and fitting, comes to a total of about =A32,000. We're also a bit worried about ceramic being cold, and thought underfloor heating could take care of that and eliminate the need for radiators but that would add over =A31500 to the cost.
Do we have to resign ourselves to the fact that for a half decent job it's going to cost serious money, or are there alternatives we've overlooked?