Lighter Colored Wood Floors. Two sofas facing one another with a fireplace in the center create a quaint communal area. That is no longer the case.
The look is epitomized by simplicity minimalism and functionality and light colored natural wood flooring is a key element of this look. Sanding only applies to a solid hardwood that is still intact or on engineered hardwood floor that is attached to the substrate. For years lighter floors were viewed as outdated or inexpensive.
The look is epitomized by simplicity minimalism and functionality and light colored natural wood flooring is a key element of this look.
The light hardwood floor contrasts with the dark colors in the furniture and the wooden ceiling. So if you have solid hardwood you can go lighter in color even if your floors currently have a dark stain on them. The best way to maximize that light and airy scandinavian look is to match all your wood that is to say to keep both wooden furnishings fittings and flooring the same tone of wood ideally the same kind. As more homeowners embrace the light airy feel in their home you will see a huge resurgence in light wood floors.
