Shilpsb - Overall I like them (Garrison French Connection Provence), I like the natural color and the low sheen...but there are some areas where it does seem like there's a haze although it blends into the different planks. I probably am the only one that can tell! I haven't had problems yet with staining, I just wipe up water as soon as I see it and then clean with the Woca spray whenever I spill anything. I have done the refresher a couple times but have not done the re-oiling... is that a product you can buy? For the rugs, I have put a couple World Market small 2'x3" with the rug mat underneath... they were inexpensive and I just wanted to get something until I can do more decorating - they are too small but they do the trick. What do they say could happen to the floors with rubber backing? I know they say no blue tape, etc... I've been very conscientious with these floors, but they do have a lot of variance in color and look rustic so I'm just going with it. I would rather be eco-friendly anyway. I heard about some at Plastica which are pvc and can wiped clean...http://plasticastore.com/shop/home/moroccan-pattern-mat/

Hi Heidi, I loved Carnegie Hall too, especially this picture: https://www.instagram.com/p/CCMFA4SFQRj/?igshid=ece3nbpkgd70 I wasn’t sure about Provenza though so I ended up choosing Mirage Isla floors. They are a similar look and seemed to have better reviews. There was a wait to get them so they are being installed next week. 🤞🏻

Thanks for sharing Katie!! I'm waiting to close on a house and will also be getting Mirage Isla in 6.5". Literally just waiting for the day after closing to pull the trigger!! Can't wait!! So happy to hear that you love them and that they're holding up!! I haven't been able to find a picture of Mirage Isla besides the 1 catalog picture they have online until you posted yours! So thrilled to see that they're beautiful!!

1. Don't go too dark. 2. You can have stone or tile look vinyl if you want. In Florida, it is very common to see 'tile' throughout. Which means you are welcome to put down some beautiful vinyl tile in a stone look. You can even get it in a cement look (would look VERY sleek in your situation). Remember: dark floors show PLENTY of concerns. They can look dusty or 'foot prints' especially with the low gloss look of today's vinyl. A mid-tone floor will be easier on the OCDer and it will give you the DRAMA you are looking for without all the 'dark floor' issues. Just a thought.