From the monthly archives:

August 2008

Adding On To A 50s Ranch

How do you decide about adding on to a 50s ranch house? If you currently live in a ranch style house built in the 1950s, chances are you have between 1,500 and 1,800 square feet. Those were common sizes at the time. Some home owners have decided to add on but have found that it [...]

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What to Do with Popcorn Ceilings

Popcorn, a coating sprayed onto the ceilings of homes built between 1935 and 1979, is often one of the first items a new homeowner wants to change. They often feel these types of ceilings are dated or have heard about hazards associated with them. Learning what to do with popcorn ceilings is one way to [...]

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Ranch Home Plans Make a Comeback

Ranch homes became popular starting in the 1930s. They continued to be the home plan of choice well into the 1970s. They are still popular homes with very few changes to the plans except for the amount of space. The good news is that ranch home plans are making a comeback. If you’re interested in [...]

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What is a Ranch Style House?

Ranch style houses have been popular in neighborhoods around the United States starting in the 1930s. They can be seen in nearly every state and their floor plans can be modified to meet every need a homeowner may have. But what is a ranch style house? photo credit: tifotter There are certain characteristics and features [...]

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Revising Kitchen Layouts

Watch any remodeling show on television and you’ll see how important the kitchen is for resale value. Revising kitchen layouts is more than merely replacing the appliances or painting the walls, although having the most up-to-date appliances and a new coat of paint can’t hurt. It could mean knocking down walls, switching out cabinets, and [...]

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Remodeling Ranch Style Homes

Many people who have older homes consider remodeling them to bring them into the 21st century. Remodeling ranch style homes is often something you will see people doing. Here are some ideas of ways you can remodel your ranch style home. Before you begin any remodeling project, you may want to have a conversation with [...]

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Remodeling a Ranch Style House

The Ranch style house is one of the most popular homes styles, however many people think this house is boring. It is plain to look at from the outside, but it is flexible and can be decorated in nearly any design style. If you want to know how to remodel a ranch style house, here [...]

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Mistakes to Avoid When Remodeling a 1950s Ranch Style

Remodeling a house is something homeowners consider when there are changes to their family dynamics. Maybe they have a new baby in the house or have an elderly family member moving in and need an additional bedroom. Here are common mistakes to avoid when remodeling a 1950s Ranch style home. Failure to plan well. If [...]

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Easy Home Remodeling With Helpful Books

If you’re interested in remodeling your home, or purchasing a “fixer-upper” to remodel and sell, you may not know where to begin. Don’t despair. There are many books about remodeling that might give you the inspiration you need to get started. Choosing the right book to learn about remodeling or to give you better instructions [...]

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Choosing Colors For A Brick Ranch Style House

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Image via Wikipedia What paint colors go well with pink brick ranch houses? Do you need help choosing colors for a brick ranch style house? Recently got just this question. House Colors: Exterior Color by Style of Architecture “I need help. buying a ranch style home in Texas built in 1974 and it needs a [...]

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