It’s an on-going debate — light-colored hardwood floors or dark-colored hardwood floors? This is an age-old question that we’ve heard from our customers. To be honest, there really is no right or wrong answer. Rather, it just depends on what type of ambiance you are trying to create. So let’s take a look at what each type of flooring can do for your home.
Light Hardwood
Obviously light floors are going to provide a lighter appearance in your home. Light-colored floors provide a great light effect, but also reflects light very well. This creates a pleasant, open environment within your home.
Light hardwood also is great at hiding dust and debris as well as scratches. If your home encounters a lot of dirt and heavy traffic, or perhaps you have a pet, light hardwood would be a great choice.
Dark Hardwood
Many customers are reluctant to go with dark hardwood because they are afraid it will simply be too dark. That’s not the case at all. With the proper lighting and contrasting furniture and decor, dark hardwood flooring can be used while still creating a light atmosphere within a room.
Dark hardwood flooring creates a wonderful, sophisticated look if properly contrasted with the other elements in the room.
What To Ask Yourself
Before you make your final decision, it’s best to ask yourself a few questions to determine the right choice.
- What is the style of your home?
- What kind of ambiance are you going for with the particular room?
- How does it transition with the other connecting rooms?
- Do you have pets?
- How often will you have to clean?
- What are the sizes of the room?
Once you’ve answered these questions, you’ll probably have a good sense of what style of hardwood flooring you’ll want to go with. If you need further assistance, feel free to give us a call and we’d love to help you out.
