These floors...well, they certainly have potential.

This is a photo diary of the progress of day one.

Before: Nasty carpet and cheap laminate

After: Original hardwood floor in need of sanding and consistent stain.  We are super excited to see the beauty.

Before: No charm just "German Technology"

                                                                              Warmer and more natural.  The odd rectangle on the lower left is the original heating grate...we haven't decided if we will lay replacement hardwood over this of find an ornate grate to bring it back to it's original glory.

After: Original sub-floor...we will probably carry the hardwood throughout the bedrooms.

Before: STAINED and gross!