http://www.hardwoodbargains.com/wood-floors/elm.html - Searching for wood floors can lead you to appreciate the beauty of elm flooring. Getting an elm floor is quite similar to getting oak wood, but with some differences. Elm wood flooring has the same color as walnut, but the growth rings usually have tinges of orange, red, and yellow which give a more vibrant look. Elm hardwood flooring is softer than oak, but is just as hard wearing.