When searching for our new home, one thing I pretty much knew I would change would be the flooring, especially after touring most homes that were a mismatch of tile and other flooring choices.
I’ve always loved the look and feel of wood floors – the warmth, the texture. And while there are SO many options these days for flooring, for our busy home and rambunctious kids, I wanted a surface that would weather and grow with us (and that wouldn’t break every object that fell on it… like tile!)
And really, if you know me, are you surprised I chose gray wood flooring throughout our home?
Looking back through the before photos, I’m so grateful for the design and color choices we made. We swapped out the multiple surface styles, textures
We try to contain our kids’ messes to certain areas of the home which have more forgiving materials, and thankfully we ran our gray wood flooring throughout our main living spaces AND our bedrooms. Typically shoes and jackets are confined to a drop area in the entryway. And food and drinks (ideally) stay in the kitchen. We do play with sand, paints, playdough, food and more but just try and be careful to contain the mess. Though spills and messes happen often in our house!
Something that was important to me though, was just HOW to take care of our pretty gray wood flooring. I’ve mentioned it before, but as I think about what we use for cleaning in our home, I want it to be easy, simple and even something that the kids can do (and most times, they WANT to, so of
Swiffer WetJet Wood is specially made for wood floors with a microfiber-like pad that’s really soft and it sprays with a light mist that dries in half the time so that dirt and grime
As much as I
We definitely are a house that lives a lot of life on our floors, with four kids (and twins on the way), plus two kittens – we ALWAYS have something happening on our gray wood floors. And though I feel like I might ALREADY be nesting and have been cleaning out rooms and space wherever I can… I don’t want to spend all of our time cleaning, but rather spend it enjoying even life’s messiest, smudge-inducing moments. Pick up your Swiffer WetJet Wood at Walmart!
Fiona Cambouropoulos says
That flooring looks very swish and practical for a family too. I bet it was a big project.
Chad says
I am so in love with your new floor, looks really amazing! Great choice! Well done.
Renee says
Switching out to grey was the best decision we made as well. It is so versatile with our furniture and works well with accented pops of color.
kumamonjeng says
I think the grey looks perfect and glad you have also shared how to take care of the greyish flooring. Really admire how much hard work you guys have put into this.
Lyosha says
awesome floors! so stylish. great color choice. I am charmed. looks very cozy too. Good floors make it all, you should never save on it
Amy Smith says
I LOVE that flooring! I would love to re-do my house to all greys. By the way, I love all the pictures. You have captured some great moments with your kids. Love it!
Rose Ann Sales says
Wow, your flooring really looks awesome, it looks so clean and the color is just simple and classy.
Yeah Lifestyle says
Your gray wood flooring looks ever so beautiful! I’d love this type of flooring in my house.
Sam says
I love the gray flooring! That’s what I have as well and I’m so glad we decided to go with gray.
Catherine Santiago Jose says
Such a wonderful interior design you’ve done on your house. Love the minimalist look of it and all the feature design included in this post.
Romeo says
The gray wood flooring looks super nice. I love your choice of color. You got good eyes for good designs.
Kalyan Panja says
Its always lovely reading your refreshing home related posts from the cluttered space that I stay in. And thanks for spreading the cheer around by sharing some lovely moments with your child.
kara says
I love the colour of the flooring, it looks really contemporary and stylish
Jasmine says
we have the same flooring in this apartment we’re renting until our house is ready. i love the color and look!
Shannon Gurnee says
Wow that looks like an awesome floor you guys did! Love the colors! What a great way to keep it clean as well.
DAGIAFA says
I also have the same flooring in my house
Leslie Hernandez says
Wow you guys did a great job the floors look amazing, I love it. Love your pictures they are so cute 🙂 Beautiful home too enjoy it 🙂
Gerald says
Nice post.
Scarlet Aaron says
Gray hardwood flooring is the ultimate chic choice. Inspired by trendsetting European interior design, gray wood flooring is the perfect addition to bedrooms and living spaces with modern, transitional, or contemporary design. Thank you for sharing your ideas.
Vox Furniture says
Pretty! This was a really wonderful post. Thank you for providing these details.
Mike says
You guys did an excellent job the floors look wonderful, I love it. Love your photos they’re a stunning home too.