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“you have to be careful with gray,” she says, “because it can bleach toward green.”

Keep in mind that a floor that gets lots of direct light may change appearance over time.

Dark brown, nearly black shades can also be beautiful, Rottet says. Just be aware that you may need to sweep often. Darker shades, whether in wood or ceramic tile, will also help a space feel warmer, Cardet says.

Overall, Cardet suggests making conservative choices with flooring colors and styles, then getting creative with area rugs that can be replaced if your taste changes.

CONSIDERING CONCRETE AND TILE

Concrete floors are trendy and can be beautiful. But over time, cracks can form, and there’s little that can be done to prevent