Trim is an important factor to consider when selecting hardwood floors for your home, but it often gets overlooked in the decision process. The hardwood flooring specialists at Georgia Direct Carpet in Hamilton, OH, recommend looking at all of your trim and molding options before you buy your flooring materials.

Trim is essential because it covers edges and gaps, keeping joints and bridging areas from ruining otherwise beautiful flooring. When selecting your trim, keep these tips in mind.

Choose Trim That Matches Your Flooring

Choosing trim and molding that resemble your hardwood floors can help make a room look more spacious. Look for similar grain patterns, styles, and colors for best results. For example, if your hardwood floors are oak and have the hand-scraped look, choose oak trim with a similar treatment.

Know the Types of Trim Available

The most common types of trim include threshold trim, which is often used in doorways and to hide seams. Stair nose trim is used on steps or stair landings, and reducer strips are teardrop-shaped trim used between floors of different heights. Quarter-round molding hides the seams where hardwood floors meet cabinets, baseboards, or stairs. T-molding is a common transition piece between two types of flooring.

Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help

If you have little-to-no knowledge of flooring, a specialist can show you samples and explain the different options available to you. Georgia Direct Carpet offers free shop-at-home services, meaning they bring samples to your home so you don’t have to make choices from inside a store or through online browsing.

If you’re installing hardwood floors, don’t forget to choose trim and molding, too. Call Georgia Direct Carpet at (513) 894-7700 to schedule an appointment, or view their services online. Their flooring experts can help you choose your materials and install them, too.