I do not think every wooden piece in a room needs the same finish. Matching everything can make the space feel a little rigid, while a considered mix gives you more freedom to keep furniture you like. The difficulty is knowing when variation feels intentional and when it feels accidental.
Let one finish lead
The floor often occupies the largest area, so it is a useful starting point. If that floor is pale oak, you might use a darker table as a contrast while keeping other large pieces quieter. Trying to give three strong finishes equal attention can make a small room feel busy.
Dominance is about visual area as well as the number of objects. One large cabinet may carry more weight than three small timber frames.
Look beyond the colour name
Two products described as oak can look very different. Stain, oil, lacquer and the grain itself all affect the finished appearance. Look at actual samples where possible rather than assuming that the species name guarantees a match.
I would compare the warmth of the finishes as well as their lightness. Honey-coloured timber and an orange-toned piece may feel different beside a grey-washed floor, even if all three are technically light woods.
Use a separating surface
If a table and floor look uncomfortably close in colour, a rug can create a useful break. Painted furniture, upholstery or a metal lamp can also stop the room becoming a continuous field of timber.
The separating material should earn its place. Choose a rug that suits the layout and how the room is used rather than adding one solely to hide an awkward combination.
Repeat a finish somewhere small
A dark cabinet can feel less isolated if its tone appears again in a picture frame or a chair detail. That repetition does not have to be exact. It simply helps the eye understand that the darker finish belongs in the room.
My final check would be the overall balance from the doorway. If the furniture works together at that distance, small differences in grain are unlikely to matter. For the wider palette, start with these notes on warm neutrals.
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