I am planning on putting down a few area rugs to help protect some of the high-traffic areas, but leaving the hardwood exposed for the most part.
My parents live in central Florida. Houses are cheap there. They sold theirs about 2 years ago and moved to a “continuing care” condo building, and house prices have continued to drop since then.
We have 12 people in our house - some of them on roller skates or riding scooters - and a large dog. That would be rough on any kind of floors, other than cement.
Let me know when your abode is ready for COM-PANY. *she sez, winking*
And what can I bring, besides “stuff?”