And since baseboards are adjacent to the floor you need to make sure the two materials work together in terms of color and texture.
Changing color of hardwood floors and baseboards.
If baseboards aren t thick enough to cover the gap an addition of a shoe molding or quarter round at the bottom can do the trick.
Replacing it will let you choose the look you want.
You will probably need to remove the baseboards and shoe molding before you lay the new floor.
If your hardwood floors have undergone some wear and tear over the years it may be time to upgrade them.
Remember that more streamlined molding will collect less dust and dirt.
It s higher than quarter round and has a much better appearance.
The answer is usually yes.
If you plan to let the wood show you should choose trim of the same species and color as your flooring.
Many homeowners don t realize that you can change the color of hardwood flooring when you refinish your floors.
If the room has hardwood floors add shoe molding for a dramatic detail.
Yes it s true you can go light or dark or red tones or anywhere in between.
The old baseboard and molding may suffer some damage during removal.
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Baseboard trim is usually much less ornate than crown molding though in modern houses both can be starkly simple.
Instead of replacing them altogether though you could change the color of your hardwood floors by staining refinishing or painting them.