I want to sell my house in the near future and will have to change the living rm carpet before I do b/c it's in bad shape. In my kitchen I have utility grade red oak hw floors , which has lots of knots. Can I get away w/ using red oak select w/ no knots in my living rm or should I stick w/ utility grade?

I would do the same if the two rooms adjoin.

I agree with Real Estate Lady. If you use the same type of flooring, it will make your home look larger. I love hardwood floors.

My last home was located in Honolulu. I had bamboo floors- absolutely loved them. So easy to maintain.

Best of luck in selling your home.

I agree with all the previous - stick to the same kind as the kitchen....

Many opt for lesser grade wood of same species in less formal areas and bedrooms, and use the higher grade wood in entryway, dining and living rooms. It is a practical and less expensive way to have hardwood throughout. Using the same wood species and stain color through provides greater continuity and flow.

twelvepole, I agree about using the same wood and stain, unless the floor itself is a work of art and/or design. If it is just plain boards set parallel / perpendicular to the walls, then the same wood would be a better choice. I would install wood floors in stages rather than use a lesser grade in the less public rooms of the home.

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