If a question baffles you and other people are answering, you have the option of letting people with relevant advice give it while you do something else. |
Is the new house on a concrete slab with no basement? |
Cool the rudeness. I also had the same thought because the popularity of hardwood floors lies in that they're firm yet not so hard on the feet, unlike tile or marble or concrete. It is a bit unusual to hear someone complaining that their hardwood floors are too hard on their feet. OP's answer is either carpeting or house shoes. Though I'd also suggest having a podiatrist look at her feet too. |
It’s well known that hardwood is worse if you have foot issues. I have plantar fasciitis and I am fine on our upstairs carpet but feel immediate pain walking on the hardwood. So, I wear slides downstairs.
I have always had low arches and now that I am in my 40s they’ve gotten lower and I’ve been dealing with tendinitis as well. Some people are more prone than others depending on your foot type. |
I have had this experience as well...never had an issue before and always went barefoot. In my new house I cannot do this, it kills my feet and legs. |
For what it's worth, I just wear crocs, Birks, or slippers around the house. |
It isn’t the shoes you need but the orthotics |
I was actually asking for clarification about what was happening. Advice is dependent on the situation. |
It could also just be that you’re older now! |
Same |
Orthopedic slippers! Quieted my angry knees and back almost instantly. A good pair will run $80-$100+ but they are worth every penny. |
Given OP’s question, it’s safe to assume that OP’s previous house had wall to wall carpeting or at least more than she has now. Doubt she’s have a problem with hardwood floor being hard, if her previous house flooring was marble or concrete ![]() |
I wear flip-flops that are only worn in the house. |
+1 |
Wear Birkenstocks |