Skilled Tradies is excited to bring you a series of mysteries and out-of-the-ordinary stories related to renovations across the world. The stories are captured from varied sources and renovators worldwide; this is one of the many intriguing stories to come.
An old house renovation took an unexpected turn when a spiral staircase was found beneath a bathtub. The internet was captivated by the discovery, which quickly went viral after being shared by Diablo Plumbing and Heating Ltd., a family-run business in Scotland. The video, posted on January 4, has already amassed 1.4 million views on TikTok, with thousands of viewers sharing their amazement and curiosity.
The footage shows a section of the bathroom floor being removed, revealing a hidden stone staircase spiraling down into darkness. The stairs appear to be made of rough-cut stone, covered in dust and debris, leading to an unknown space below the home. While old houses often contain surprises, finding an entire hidden structure beneath a bathroom is far from ordinary.
As expected, the video sparked a flood of reactions online. Many viewers speculated about the staircase’s original purpose. One of the most popular theories was that it could be an oubliette, a medieval dungeon where prisoners were left to die. Others suggested it might lead to a hidden cellar, a forgotten storage space, or even a secret passageway from centuries past.
The idea of keeping the discovery visible became a trending topic in the comments. Many users suggested covering the opening with glass, allowing future occupants to view the staircase without altering the home’s structure.
One commenter, @seanotelulah, recommended installing a glass panel, to which the original poster responded, calling it a “smart” idea. Another user, SM, envisioned a “toughened glass floor bathroom” with the staircase cleaned and illuminated.
Excitement and curiosity filled the comment section. Geoff commented, “Lighting and a glass floor I’m thinking.” Others, like Fleur, shared a mix of awe and unease: “That’s pretty mad, but I’d probably freak out knowing that was beneath me while I was trying to soak!”
Some saw the discovery as an adventure waiting to happen. “That’s incredible! Get down there ASAP! I need to know what’s down there!” wrote Siman Cairns.
The find also reminded some of an eerie phenomenon—houses with hidden spaces. Julie Walters compared it to dreams where people suddenly find unknown rooms in their homes. Another viewer, Andrea Crosby, remarked, “It’s wild to me how many people discover secret parts to their houses under bathroom floors. This is the third such discovery I’ve seen in the last couple of months.”
The staircase itself remains a mystery. Does it lead to a long-forgotten basement, a tunnel, or something even more unusual? As the homeowners and experts explore further, more details may emerge. But for now, the discovery has left the internet fascinated, proving once again that history often hides beneath our feet, waiting to be uncovered.
Who knows what other hidden stories lie within the walls of old homes? This peculiar find made their renovation project unforgettable. If you’ve ever unearthed something surprising in your own home, share your story—who knows, it might just reveal a fascinating piece of history. Stay with us for more mysteries in bathroom renovation.
