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30 Strange Home Features That Have Disappeared

30 Strange Home Features That Have Disappeared takes you on a fascinating trip back to a time when houses were full of quirks and clever ideas.

From mysterious little doors to lone basement toilets, these unusual details were once common sights in everyday homes. In 30 Strange Home Features That Have Disappeared, we’ll uncover the purpose behind these odd designs and the ways they made daily life easier.


Some were practical, some were downright peculiar, but all were a reflection of the creativity and lifestyle of the era. This video will show you 30 Strange Home Features That Have Disappeared that you might remember from your grandparents’ house or maybe even your own.


Whether it’s a forgotten laundry chute, a secret storage nook, or a feature that makes you ask “Why?”, you’ll see how our homes have changed over time.


00:00 - Intro

00:43 - Wall Plates/Anchor Plates

01:51 - Coal Shoot Door

02:59 - Built-in Phone Nooks & Landline Phone Jacks

04:00 - Ice Door

06:00 - Pittsburgh Potty

07:01 - Pantry

09:05 - Push Button Light Switches

10:46 - Root Cellars

13:00 - Dumbwaiters

15:54 - Milk Doors

17:59 - Picture Rails

21:14 - Defined Room Layouts

23:21 - Knob and Tube Wiring

25:30 - Mud Room

 

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