Choosing the type of flooring you install in your home is an important decision. The width of the planks, the type of wood, the grain pattern, and the color of the floor will all have an effect on the look of your room. Each of these elements should be considered when choosing a type of wide plank flooring for your space.
Make an informed decision when you buy a hardwood floor.
Wide Plank Flooring
Wide plank flooring will expand the appearance of a space by making a room look larger and more spacious. This can be helpful in small rooms that you want to make feel a little bigger. It can also be used in large rooms to accentuate the feeling of spaciousness.
A wide plank of wood flooring shows more of the grain pattern of each board compared to narrow plank flooring. For this reason, it is important to pay attention to the wood species to be sure you like the look. Each type of wood has a different grain pattern, with some patterns being more subtle, while other, bolder grain patterns may be considered distracting. If the grain pattern is too elaborate, it can be overwhelming.
The color of the flooring will have a noticeable effect on the overall look and feel of a room. A light-colored plank will reflect light and can help brighten up a room. This is great for smaller rooms and rooms with less natural light.
A darker color floor will make the room feel more intimate and add a sense of warmth to the space. This can be good for large rooms that you want to make feel cozier. In small spaces, dark floors also work. Keep in mind that they won’t reflect light the same way a lighter floor will, so the room may not be as bright.
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