What color/stain of oak floors were typical in the 1940s?
Ok, it’s not technically a century home but I think 85 years is close enough to hang out here. My 1942 colonial revival floors are that ubiquitous old orangey finish we all know and love. I’ve accidentally kicked my orange cat in the middle of the night more than once because she’s the exact same color as the floors.
I’m not religious about historically accurate finishes (kitchen is fully modern, and has a wood-look tile floor for practicality), but I’d like to stay true to the era for the rest of the flooring.
I like the look of a medium-darkish walnut color, but not at the expense of looking out of place in a middle-class home from that time period.
What stain colors were typical for the time? Or was it usually just the natural color with a clear coat?
Thanks!