Flooring with existing oak kitchen and trim. Does this work?
4 years ago
I've been going back and forth trying to find something that works with the trim and cabinets we have. Flooring will be going throughout kitchen, dining, entry, hallways. So it's a big decision. At first I wanted something medium/dark brown, but now I think this sample may be a more inclusive option.
The photo against the trim shows other two options I had been considering.
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Comments (24)I'm sorry! I posted & then forgot to check for replies. Houzz emails go to my "others" folder. Oops! To happy2b…gw, It's probably too late but the width of the cabinets on either side of the range is 32". The cabinet are alder with a "special walnut" stain & I believe a "Vandyke Brown" glaze - although there was question on whether the glaze was skipped. The countertops are granite - Typhoon Bordeaux. We went with a silgranit sink in truffle. Also - I love my faucet - The Simplice by Kohler. I had so much fun (and stress) picking out all the facets of the kitchen remodel! artemis_ma - I love my pet feeding station too! :) nancyjwb - Howdy neighbor! ;) We were thinking of doing shaker but thankfully our contractor suggested we do more detail & we fell in love with the cabinet style we selected. VERY glad he shifted us away from the straight shaker. We did shaker in our bathroom remodel but I think the detail it adds a little extra style to the kitchen. badgergal - Thank you! Nice get get positive feedback on something you put so much thought & effort into. I spend a lot more time just "hanging out" in my kitchen than I used to! :)...See MoreHoney oak trim, small kitchen, flooring redo
Comments (1)If you think the foot print of the kitchen will CHANGE when you renovate, there isn't much that can be done right now. I would replace the tile with an easily removable product (such as vinyl plank) and then make your decision about tomorrow, well...tomorrow. If you don't like the idea of having to replace the flooring once more, then use your own money to purchase the kitchen TWICE. Yep. Measure the kitchen's foot print (wall to wall...not cabinet to cabinet) and purchase (with your own money) that amount OVER AND ABOVE the amount the insurance company will cover. Now you put that flooring in storage for future use. If you go this route, you will IGNORE the wood tones. Yes...even if it clashes. Why you ask? Because you would be locking yourself into the 'colour circular argument'. That is to say the look of TODAY'S kitchen will dictate TODAY'S flooring. And TODAY'S flooring will then dictate TOMORROW'S kitchen. Oh dear. If you REALLY WANT a new kitchen (gutting it and getting what you really want) then pick a floor you LOVE and will LOVE to build around in the future. That means living with a clash for a few years. That's fine. It will motivate you to get the kitchen reno done as soon as possible (I hate colour clashes...they drive me to drink!). But only you can make that decision. If you want to make nice with oak trim (which may sound nice but is probably builder grade) you will be locking yourself into a colour palette that will NEVER vary. If you are OK with that, then have fun. If you are NOT OK with that then ignore the oak and get what you WANT to work with....See MoreEngineered hardwood to complement existing red oak floors
Comments (8)I'm in Canada, so I get the cool feeling. As a cork flooring professional I have 'issues' with in-floor radiant heat because the product I LOVE (love cork....LOOOOOOOVE IT!) cannot go over top. Cork has TOO HIGH of an insulation value. It counter-acts any heat that is trying to push through. Wood is a semi-conductor. It will allow 'some' energy (ie. heat, electricity) through while blocking the rest of it. For that reason, most people who want in-floor radiant heat to warm their toes use tile, stone or carpet (are you trying to heat the HOUSE with the radiant heat or are you warming your toes?). The other issue I have with in-floor radiant heat = it severely limits the product you are allowed to use over top. The BIGGEST issue is with ELECTRIC HEAT. Sigh....the stuff that is used most often in 'renovations' with radiant heat. Ahem....electric radiant systems are not the one's who tell you what can and cannot go over their product. They will 'claim' just about anything to get you to purchase their product. Nope. It is the FLOORING manufacturer who says, "Appropriate for use with hydronic in-floor radiant heat." Notice I changed to 'hydronic' with that last statement? Yep. Hydronic = water/oil/gel. It is the most efficient, expensive and the most rigorous to install. It can (potentially) raise the floor height of the room by more than 1". It can be hung from the subfloor BELOW the floors (that means you need access to ceiling in your basement (assuming you have a basement...I can't tell). That will keep the floor-raise to a minimum (or zero...). It is still expensive to install. So...my question is: which TYPE of in-floor radiant heat are you using? Hydronic? Electric? Or my favourite 'oldy but a goodie' = Forced Air (yes...I've seen it! Soooo interesting...from a house built in the 1950's)? The TYPE of in-floor radiant system AND the REASON for the heat (whole home system or just warming your toes) will dictate WHAT you are allowed to put over top....See Morestair landings - adding new floor, existing stairs oak
Comments (7)overwhelming votes for trend replacement! ouch... that will cost a pretty penny i think. we were trying to stay within budget and stain to match the flooring. in our old house, we had an even more contrasted situation and i didn't mind it - brazilian cherry flooring and red oak stairs. the stairs were stained to match the "red" tones of the flooring and it didn't look bad. is replacing the treads a massive effort? i'm concerned about the wall trim around the treads... and how many rabbit holes we could go down to change them....See MoreRelated Professionals
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@Patricia Colwell Consulting I'll post a picture of the carpet in the LR. That is what is next to the kitchen and DR. I was considering running the new hard flooring throughout entry, halls, kitchen and dining.
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You have harmonious flooring, trim, and cabinets that have a golden warmth. You run the risk of visual "remudding" by breaking up the visual harmony. If you want to update, use your decor to do so--lots cheaper and it will look so much better without the hassle and expense of new flooring that doesn't work with your trim and cabinets. Spend some $$$ on two large paintings, one over the sofa but most especially on the clock wall--sorry big clocks are pretty dated--in subject and style you like. That will make you forget about what looks orangey to you and more warm and golden to others. Give your eyes other, more interesting things to look at.
Abstract 8821015 · More Info
"Gold Leaves." Original Artwork By Kanayo Ede · More Info
Pillows that could echo the gold tones:
Medora Pillow 18x18x4, Polyester Fill · More Info
Mongolian Lamb Fur Design Throw Pillow 16x16 Inch, Gold · More Info
Carrara Italian Marble Holiday Rose Gold Edition Couch Throw Pillow - Cover (20 · More Info
New coffee table and side tables would be an updated upgrade that would echo your current wood trim and floors:
Midcentury Modern G-Plan Plywood Coffee Table, Walnut · More Info
Twist Table, 12x18, Black Walnut, 12x18 · More Info
East Beach Round Reclaimed Wood Coffee Table, Medium Stain · More Info - 4 years ago
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Modern rooms with oak floors. Keep in mind that your living room leather furniture is dark, and heavy, so darker floors will add to that. Contrast with your furniture is something desirable to consider if you decide to extend the flooring into the living room.
Notice contrast of dark leather furnishings against lighter floors.
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