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All things being equal.....

if you got to pick again, would you do maple, bamboo.....or something else?

j

JJ, what are you refering to...hardwood flooring, cabinetry??? If flooring, we have oak, but I do love the look of bamboo and maple too.

If we are talking floors, I would check out the bamboo b/4 making a decision. I do like the look of them.

oh, duh

Could you tell I was assuming everyone was reading my mind......sorry

Yes wood floors. can't tell if we should do oak, walnut, bamboo....

we went to the flooring store and it's so overwhelming.

j

Some things to factor in is the woods already in your home as well as the degree of formality and coloration of any wood furniture. The wood floor should compliment, yet be in a noticeable contrast to the wood stains used in cabinetry and furniture. Lighter floors tend to conceal scratches, dust and water spots moreso than darker stained floors. Some informative and tip sites esp. re. choosing the wood floor spieces are found here. Among other things, they address hardness to wood grain variations...

http://www.lowes.com/cd_Hardwo...ing+Guide_861307607_

http://blog.builddirect.com/5-...od-flooring-species/

http://www.hoskinghardwood.com...aspx?dId=7&pageId=40

I simply adore my blond bamboo flooring and enjoy the fact that I also am supporting "green" as well, which is a little sideline perk.

Consistency of flooring's very important, to me. Don't know what room or room's you're thinking about.

Have you considered cork? It's very durable and comes in numerous colors/wood tones. Also nice if you're working in a kitchen frequently.

Everything's JMHO. Good Luck!

thanks girls....I will keep you posted on what we decide.


j

josie, we have rustic birch flooring and I still love our floor. I like that it is rustic as it has a lot of variance in the color. I also love the really dark flooring too but I've heard that it is a pain to keep clean.

Good luck in your choice and whatever you pick, I'm sure you will love.

Josie, I'm trying to decide on wood flooring for my MIL's home. You are right, it's overwhelming to try and choose. Pictures of actual flooring are a BIG help. Thanks VG.