Hi everyone,
I’m currently in the process of replacing the floors throughout my house, and I’m really excited (and a little overwhelmed!) about making the right choice. I’m hoping to choose one flooring style and color that will run seamlessly through the entire house for a cohesive, clean look. After a lot of research, shopping around, and staring at samples for what feels like forever, I’ve managed to narrow it down to three different flooring colors that I think could work really well.
I’d really love some opinions and feedback to help me make the final decision!
A few important details to keep in mind:
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The trim you see in the pictures is the same trim that runs throughout the entire house. I am not planning to repaint or replace the trim, so whichever flooring I choose needs to complement it well.
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The walls in the rooms have been freshly painted with Benjamin Moore Wickham Gray, which is a beautiful, soft, slightly cool-toned gray with a hint of blue/green depending on the lighting. It’s a very calming, neutral color but still has a little personality.
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I’m aiming for a flooring option that feels timeless, bright, and warm, without being too trendy or something I might regret in a few years.
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Natural light varies by room, so I’m trying to imagine how the flooring would look in both brighter and darker spaces.
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The general style of the home is a mix of transitional (a balance of traditional and contemporary elements) with a cozy, slightly modern touch.
What I’m asking for:
If you could take a look at the three flooring color options I’ve narrowed it down to, I would love to hear your honest opinions. Which one do you think works best with the existing trim and the Wickham Gray walls? Which one feels the most versatile and timeless to you? Any thoughts you have are welcome — even if it’s just “this one feels too dark” or “this one will hide dirt better” — because sometimes it’s the little details that help make the big decisions easier!
Extra points if you:
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Have experience living with a similar color floor and can share pros/cons
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Have tips on things I should be considering that I might not have thought about yet (like how certain finishes show scratches or how undertones can clash over time)
Thank you so much for reading and helping me out! I know at the end of the day it’s a personal choice, but it’s so helpful to get outside perspectives — sometimes you see things differently through fresh eyes.
I’ll post the photos of the trim and the three flooring samples below. Can’t wait to hear what you all think!