An interior designer reveals what hardwood floor colors are making your home look dated and shares fresh stylish alternatives ...

I’ve been in the industry 20 years and that color family continues to be the No. 1 bestseller. It’s a tone that allows you to redesign around it - not too dark, not too light.

That's up to the individual. However, floor color affects the feeling of a room; a heavy dark floor tends to bring a room in and make it feel cozier. A lighter floor makes the room seem more open.

I recently interviewed Dan Natkin, Mannington Vice President, Hardwood and Laminate, and self-described "wood nerd." Here’s Dan’s expert advice on hardwood floor colors today.

I recently interviewed Dan Natkin, Mannington Vice President, Hardwood and Laminate, and self-described "wood nerd." Here’s Dan’s expert advice on hardwood floor colors today.

Hardwood floor color advice Laura Firszt Networx.com Over-the-top trends in hardwood floor colors are certainly striking.

That’s up to the individual. However, floor color affects the feeling of a room; a heavy dark floor tends to bring a room in and make it feel cozier. A lighter floor makes the room seem more open.

I recently interviewed Dan Natkin, Mannington Vice President, Hardwood and Laminate, and self-described "wood nerd." Here’s Dan’s expert advice on hardwood floor colors today.