30 things every home in the '70s had that you rarely see today -

Feeling nostalgic about the '70s? Well, there's nothing like a reminder of how we used to live back then. From floral patterned furniture to record players and colored Pyrex dishes, there were certain common elements most modern homes had in that decade. But whether good, bad, or just plain tacky, homes in the 1970s were certainly unique. And if you didn't live it, then you definitely should take a look at how it was. 

So, if you want to step inside the time machine, check out this gallery for 30 things homes in the '70s had and that you rarely see today. 

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Linoleum floors -

Popular in bright colors, it was hard to find a kitchen or bathroom floor without patterned linoleum.  

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Shag carpeting -

Nothing says 1970s more than shag carpeting, which was usually in eye-searing colors like bright orange.

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Huge TVs -

Televisions weren't always so flat and light as today. Back in the '70s, they were practically furniture. 

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Bean bag chairs -

Undeniably comfortable, but how did anyone ever get out of them?

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Wood wall paneling -

While wood can be a beautiful wall covering, the '70s version was usually made from anything but real trees.

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Lava lamp -

Technically, the hypnotic lava lamp was made popular in the '60s, but it continued to be a household staple throughout the '70s.

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Floral-patterned furniture -

Big, bright, bold, and busy, furniture fabric was all about florals back then.

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Statement stone fireplaces -

All the way from the floor to the ceiling, this fireplace trend usually took up a whole wall. 

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Push-button phones -

Between the rotary phones and the cell phones of today, the '70s had push-button phones. 

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Patterned wall paper -

In the '70s, walls were also sporting papers splashed with big, bold colors and flowery or geometric shapes.

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Stereo systems -

Stereo systems have become more compact over time. But in the '70s, they were huge! 

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Rattan furniture -

Once found exclusively on patios, rattan furniture became a hot addition to interior spaces in the '70s.

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Alarm clocks -

Before the world went digital, people woke up to alarm clocks with numbers that flipped and clicked. They came in popular fake wood veneer or bright '70s colors.

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Dark tones -

Rust, sand, brick, harvest gold, and avocado were all dark, popular tones in the '70s. 

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Pyrex dishes -

It's still available in glass, but back in the '70s, Pyrex dishes and mixing bowls came in fun colors and patterns. 

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Chrome finishes -

Despite all the earth colors, the '70s were also about shine. Chrome accents on kitchen chair legs, coffee tables, and lamps were also a huge trend. 

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Typewriters -

We still have typewriters, just in the form of laptops and cell phones. 

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Macramé -

Created by tying cords into knots, macramé was all the rage in '70s homes! Be it as decorative wall hangings or used as potted-plant holders.

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Record players -

Record players peaked in the '70s, thanks to the release of some of the biggest hits in music history. 

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Fringe elements -

Fringe was a popular decorative element in the '70s, especially on lamps, where it diffused light and helped create a mellow vibe. 

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Radios -

Back before the internet and satellite radio, there was only AM and FM radio. 

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Vinyl tablecloths -

Easy to wipe up spills, vinyl tablecloths were spread over kitchen and dining room tables in the '70s.

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Popular pottery -

Whether it was caused by the rise of ceramic artists, or people getting their hands on a new hobby, ceramic lamps, vases, and more were in every home.

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8-Tracks -

One of the most iconic things from the '70s, these plastic analog tape cartridges are now long gone.

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Fondue pots -

Entertaining in the '70s often involved a fondue pot. But you better spill cheese on the shag carpet! 

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Massive coffee makers -

Just like most devices in the '70s, coffee makers also took up lots of room. 

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Rec rooms -

Often set in a basement, '70s rec rooms tended to be a bit gloomy and the perfect spot for teens to hang without their parents watching. 

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Super 8s -

Before digital video cameras and smartphones, '70s families would record themselves on Super 8 film. 

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Exposed brick -

Exposed brick became a popular feature in the '70s, especially when combined with a fireplace.

Sources: (Country Living) (House Beautiful) (Best Life Online) 

See also: Celebrity scandals and controversies of the 1970s 

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