Dark Hardwood Floors Epitomize Sophistication and Style
Dark hardwood floors have a style which seems to epitomize the sophistication of upscale homes and offices. There just seems to be 
something classically opulent about the contrast between dark wood floors and bright, light-colored walls, light-colored kitchen cabinets, furnishings and all the rest. That contrast serves to epitomize the polished elegance expected inside of premium properties.
I have heard a number of Realtors say that show homes which have spotless dark hardwood floors are always more appealing for their target market. They also suggest that dark hardwood floors work best in bright, open rooms with light colored walls and furnishings.
Dark Hardwood Floors Require Additional Attention
As anyone who owns a dark-colored car can tell you, dirt and scratches seem much more pronounced against a dark background. I can assure you it’s exactly the same with the dark-colored hardwood floor; dust, scratches and dents will just be more obvious. Consequently, you will want to make sure that your floors are cleaned and dusted on a regular basis. For this reason, many homeowners and businesses forego the beauty and elegance of a dark hardwood floor in exchange for the easier maintenance of the lighter tones. There are some ways to make it a little easier to live with your dark hardwoods, however.
Dark Hardwood Floors Love a Low Gloss Finish
One of the easiest ways to keep your dark hardwood floors looking better longer, is to avoid high-gloss floor finishes. Satin finishes reflect far less light, which means they do not highlight dirt and scratches like a high-gloss finish will. Don’t worry that your floor will be any harder to clean with a high-gloss finish. Your floor will remain just as resistant to liquids and allergens with a satin or matte finish.
Take Your Shoes Off, Please
The primary source of scratches on any hardwood floor is grit and pebbles, walked into your home in the treads of boots & shoes. Your guests will instinctively understand that, and not be offended in the slightest if you asked them to remove their shoes. A small bench in your entryway or a little shoe tree of some sort might even spare you from needing to ask in the first place. No one in your home wants to be responsible for leaving the scratch on your beautiful dark hardwood floors.
Artisan Hardwood Floors Can Help You with That Decision
One of the key ingredients in old world craftsmanship is understanding how sunlight and other elements will work with the contrasts within your space. I would love the opportunity to come to your home or office and discuss how it dark hardwood floor with help epitomize the elegance and style of your upscale property. Please contact me at your earliest convenience so that we might set a time to look at your space.
Always at your service,
Sorin Giurca
Master Craftsman, Owner