Are you thinking of changing the flooring of your home but don’t know which colour to choose? If so, don’t worry. We’ve cataloged a few pros and cons of light and dark flooring that will help you to decide.
Pros of Light Flooring
- Light flooring can make a room feel much bigger
- Lighter colours give a timeless look that never goes out of style
- Light floors create a calmer and more peaceful home
- Light-colored floors will help you maximise the sunlight and artificial light in a room
- Light flooring blends in seamlessly with a wide range of home design styles, ranging from traditional to modern and stylish
Cons of Light Flooring
- A total white look can generate an impersonal and cold atmosphere
- Light floors needs frequent cleaning as they show up every bit of dust
Pros of Dark Flooring
- Dark flooring provide a heartier, warmen and more elegant look
- Dark tiles offer a great contrast between the floor and lighter walls, making the room feel contemporary and fresh
- Dark-colored floors are perfect for exotic, rustic and even industrial and minimalist environments
- Dark colour hides dirt and stains, thus helping you delay your vacuuming
- Dark floors make a space feel more intimate and inviting
Cons of Dark Flooring
- Scratches and knocks will show up more clearly on a darker floor
- Dark floors tend to make a space look a bit smaller
