No, they do not have to match. If you have warm colored countertops, however, you wouldn't want to choose a floor that is cool colored and opposite. They don't need to match, but they shouldn't clash either.
Try mopping with just water before you use any cleaning agents. As long as you're not oversaturating the floors, water is really great for cleaning most hardwoods. Wring out the...
Having the lights go out probably adds to the fear about being stuck in an elevator. Use the light on your phone to illuminate the elevator buttons. See if there...