Hello, we had a flood and our main floor hardwood character maple floors, including the stair treads and landing are being replaced. We have decided on Mirage oak classic hardwood flooring in color ”Galena” (see picture of sample on the stair next to the maple cap) which is a warm/neutral red oak. We do not have budget from the insurer to replace the metal spindles, or maple railings and stair caps. These railings are also on either side of our upper floor landing so there is a lot of them! Stair treads will be replaced with new Mirage Galena. Thinking to replace the existing black granite risers with painted white risers and to have the maple stair caps painted white so that the new wood is not directly beside the old color. Am I on the right track? Any other ideas to make the best of blending new with old?

To add some additional context:

I am very hesitant to put maple back in, we are southern exposure with giant windows through the main floor. The existing maple is original and has oxidized to be VERY yellowed/almost orange in places. I’ve added a picture of the original maple, on top of the laid maple near the windows to show the color change, which we want to avoid. We see this as an opportunity to put in something more neutral while still being classic. As one commenter pointed out, the house is busy with architectural elements (all inherited when we bought it!) so each time we can afford to make an update, part of my goal is to tone it down. The granite medallion that is visible in some photos by the front door will be removed and plan is for wood up to the door.

I’ve added a picture of our kitchen, which has a red oak island and our stone fireplace that has some sort of live edge wood mantle, that is quite warm. As the house is very open, I’ve also considered these elements in the decision to switch to Oak.

Thanks in advance for all comments!