But if you love love love dark wood go for a dark color that is slightly lighter e g.
Light laminate vs dark.
Decorate with lively furnishing and a dark floor will give a sophisticated and rich contrast.
It is sometimes good to have a different color wood tone on the floor and cabinetry so you don t get overwhelmed with one color but they need to complement each.
They tend to show less dirt than dark hardwood floors.
It s not only hardwood anymore.
Light hardwood floors have a distinct advantage here.
The cabinets and granite sound great together light maple looks lovely with dark counters.
Look for a floor that has character that will grow over time with daily wear and tear as opposed to one that cannot risk a single mark.
In general lighter hardwoods are easier to keep clean then their darker hardwood stains.
You will need to sweep and clean your dark floors more often than their lighter counterparts.
They show dust and pet hair more easily than a lighter colored floor.
Choose jacobean rather than ebony or dark walnut over jacobean.
Whereas light granite colors such as brown and beiges work best in kitchens with shining white appliances and trim.
If your cabs are mid tone you can probably go light or dark.
Dark depends on your cabinets.
Also choose a satin finish as this will hide dirt scratches dents and other imperfections easier.
I think contrast with the cabs is the goal.
I personally don t like different mid tones next to each other but you do see it a lot.
For instance when choosing a dark granite kitchen countertop such as black and gray make sure there is ample light in the room or else it can make your kitchen or feel dark and impersonal.
What may be throwing people is not knowing exactly how dark your dark laminate would be.
I think light vs.
From laminate to luxury vinyl tile dark flooring is available in almost all styles and patterns.
However dark floors can make a room appear darker than it really is especially if the room does not receive much natural light.
The dark flooring will create a contrast and balance well with light colored walls and big windows.
Dark floors are a great option with light walls and a well lit room.
But if you love dark and still want ease select a slightly lighter color jacobean rather than ebony.
Always wanted dark laminate flooring and then get a huge cream rug but having seen a creamy coloured floor wondering if that will go best as its nearer to the carpet colour which has obviously gone well for many years.