Why everyone’s ripping out their dated floors and going wide, warm, and wow — and why you should, too.
“We had no idea how much our floors were aging the house… until they were gone.”
When Bellevue homeowners Michelle and David first contacted LUKS Construction, they weren’t sure what was “off” about their home. The rooms felt cold. The gray-toned floors they had installed a decade ago — trendy at the time — were showing scratches, warping at the seams, and somehow making their newly painted white walls look… dull.
They replaced them with wide, extra-long, European walnut planks in a warm satin finish. The transformation?
“The whole house feels like a boutique hotel now. It’s like we remodeled everything — but it was just the floors.”
🚫 What’s Out in 2025
- ❌ Cool-gray tones
- ❌ High-gloss finishes
- ❌ Narrow planks
- ❌ Monotone widths
✅ What’s In
- Wide Planks (7″–12″) – More flow, fewer seams, upscale feel
- Extra-Long Lengths – Stretch the space visually
- Mixed-Width Planks – Adds rhythm, breaks monotony
- Patterned Floors – Herringbone, Chevron, Parquet, Inlays
🎨 Patterned Perfection
Herringbone
Elegant, timeless, works in both modern and traditional homes.
Chevron
V-pattern with visual motion and bold character.
Parquet
Classic Versailles and basketweave for drama and luxury.
Inlays & Borders
Custom flair for entryways, landings, and offices.
⚙️ Technical Guide
- Use engineered hardwood for humid PNW climate
- Let floors acclimate 3–7 days
- Level subfloor for wide/mixed-width installs
- Use moisture barrier and dustless sanding
🪑 Decor Tips
Pair with soft neutrals, warm metals, layered textures.
🧼 Care Tips
- Use microfiber mops, not wet ones
- Vacuum with hardwood setting
- Recoating every 3–5 years
📞 Ready to Transform Your Floors?
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