THINGS TO THINK ABOUT WHEN CHOOSING YOUR NEW FLOOR

9 December 2008

Light or Dark Floor

Natural light, the size of the windows, other lighting and orientation are some of the points that can influence the choice of floor colour. A dark floor “swallows” a lot of light, and also affects the feeling of space. At the same time, a dark floor can create a warm and comfortable feel in large rooms. A light rug on a dark floor unites the room with its light-coloured walls.A light wood floor reflects the light and increases the feeling of space within the room, and can create a dramatic contrast to dark design details.

Adding Interest and Contrast

A mix of materials will add interest and create contrast

A wood floor, combined with hard stone or tiles, will add to the beauty of both materials. A similar contrast is achieved with soft textiles or carpets, which will accentuate the wood floor’s smooth surface. A contrast will add an interesting aspect to your home.

Choose a floor that reflects your style

The character of the wood is important for the overall impression of the floor. Graining, figuring and colour variations give the floor a lively look, while a calm impression is achieved with an evenly toned floor.

Floors Feel Different

The type of surface you choose decides the feeling you get from the floor. Your feet are the part of your body that will feel the wood best. If you want to feel a flat, smooth surface, choose a floor with a silk matt finish.

To feel more wood texture, choose a brushed floor. As well as feeling totally different to walk on, they also reflect light differently.

The Floor and the Room

The floor creates the room’s base, weight and character, and it is also the basis for the other elements, including the choice of furniture and other decor.

In other words, you need to use all your senses when choosing a floor. The floor is where fashion and style meet function.

The floor is the foundation

A floor is so much more than just something to walk on. The floor, with the walls and ceiling, contributes the room’s fundamental feel. When designing your home, you should perhaps give first consideration to the floor.

The floor is the base, you can always repaint walls and ceilings, the floor is of a more permanent nature. The appearance of the floor, i.e. the colour, surface, pattern and hardness, can vary a lot between different wood species. Get in touch to find out more about how Just Wood Flooring can help.