Wood flooring is an attractive, durable material that can add significant value to your home. As is the case with other rooms, choosing a floor color for you bedroom comes down to personal preference. However, considering the other elements in your bedroom and the rest of your house can make your decision easier. Breaking your choice down into smaller steps will help you choose a finish that will complete your bedroom décor and complement the overall design of your home.
Instructions
1. Survey your bedroom space and think about what kind of effect you want from your floors. Most hardwood lends a warm feel to a room, but lighter tones affect the décor much differently than darker woods. Darker floors can shrink a small bedroom, making the room feel claustrophobic. However, this same effect can be desirable in a larger room, making the space more intimate.
2. Consider the existing elements in the room and how your floor will interact with the complete design. Look at the baseboards, molding, paint color, furniture, window treatments and bedding. If the room already has wood elements, like a dresser or nightstand, think about whether you want to match your floors to these items or find a color that contrasts with the existing wood in a complementary way.
3. Visit your local flooring store and ask for wood flooring samples in a variety of colors. Bring the samples back to your bedroom, and see how they look in the room. Hold the samples up to the paint, furniture and bedding to see how the colors will interact. Look at the samples several times throughout the day to see how each color looks in different lighting.
4. Compare your favorite samples to the rest of the flooring in your home, especially floors in adjoining hallways or bathrooms that will touch the new wood floor. Think about the design of your home and how the new flooring will complement or clash with existing themes.
5. Choose your favorite color from the samples you brought home. If you would like the color to be adjusted slightly, talk to the salespeople at the flooring store. Some wood floors are pre-finished, which means the colors are pre-set, but others are finished once they are installed, and the stains can usually be adjusted per customer request.
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