Lighting by Kes Lighting
Painted floorboards always look so alluring in photos. They offer an opportunity not only to refresh a room but to add personality underfoot, transforming a practical surface into a design feature in its own right. If you are lucky enough to have floorboards in your home, deciding what to do with them may leave you feeling confused and conflicted. There’s definitely something charming about exposed floorboards. They bring warmth, character, and a sense of history to your home. And for those of us drawn to a more natural, lived-in aesthetic, they can be an affordable alternative to new flooring. But before you start ripping up carpets with visions of rustic perfection, it’s worth knowing that beautiful floorboards rarely come easy.
