Flooring combo color advice

[Leonid Sapronov]

Hi all!

Looking for flooring advice for a split-level SFR in Virginia that I'm updating prior to listing for sale. The main level has laminate that's in good shape (pics below). The flooring and kitchen cabinets are medium/honey colored wood and were installed in 2013 - I'd like to keep them. The upper level (3 bedrooms) and basement have carpet that I want to replace with LVP (luxury vinyl plank). My problem - transitions b/w zones. The wall paint color will be Agreeable Gray from Sherwin Williams, which is cooler and more grayish than the walls in the picture.

Options:

1. Install LVP in basement and upper level. Need specific color suggestions that will not clash with the laminate on the main level (with links, if possible). LVP would cover the stairs - is that a good way to do the transition?

2. Install carpet in basement and upper level. In that case, there's no problem and it'll probably be a little cheaper, but possibly not as appealing in this price range ($450k-$500k). Carpet would cover the stairs as well, which is how it is now.

3. Replace everything, including main level with uniform LVP. most expensive option, but, possibly, most appealing. Need specific LVP color suggestions, with links if possible. No transition issues here.

Thank you!!!

[Satyam Mistry]

@Leonid Sapronov Hello Leonid, installing LVP is a great option for rentals and worth the money when holding as it is very durable, easy to clean, and also looks high end. I would rule out option 3 as the existing laminate looks fine and is in good shape as you mentioned. Doing a nice carpet in the basement and upper levels would be significantly lower in price than doing a good quality LVP. Check out other listings in this price range and see what finishes they are doing for bedrooms and basements. Many homes in A class neighborhoods still do carpet in bedrooms and basements so this is not uncommon. You are updating the paint to a very popular color in agreeable gray so that will give the home a modern touch and new carpet that compliments that will still look very nice. After laying down the new carpet put a protective carpet runner in the rooms and over the stairs as it is a cheap way to let the buyers know and feel that the carpet is new and gives the home that same  updated feel. Best wishes.