Living With Original 1920 Hardwood Floors

There is just something about 1920 hardwood floors that feels different the moment you step onto them. You can tell almost immediately if a house has its original bones or if someone came through in the 90s and slapped down something generic. If you've ever lived in a home from that era, you know that the floor isn't just a surface you walk on; it's basically the soul of the house. These floors have survived the Great Depression, a world war, and probably a dozen different interior design trends that, frankly, didn't deserve them. ...

May 5, 2026 · 7 min · Nyere Damini