Generated by All in One SEO v4.8.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Discover Mid-Century EST. 1959 ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://my59ranch.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Discover Mid-Century - Our Blog](https://my59ranch.com/blog/) - [Our NEW Roof - Why Choose 40-Year Architectural Shingles?](https://my59ranch.com/our-new-roof-why-choose-40-year-architectural-shingles/) - Our homes have a first line of defense against the elements. IF and WHEN it starts showing signs of age—like curling shingles, missing it's surface granules, or God forbid it starts to have leaks—it’s time for a replacement ASAP! Historically people have put in 20 or 30 year shingles, however today there are new products - [DIY: Is Do It Yourself For You?](https://my59ranch.com/diy-is-do-it-yourself-for-you/) - Many people associate improperly about what DIY means. Sometimes people associate it with doing a job "on the cheap". Like perhaps, I don't have enough money to pay someone or the overall cost of material is also too expensive to do the job properly. This of course can be true in some cases but it - [Review Kitchen-Aid gas grill with searing side burner](https://my59ranch.com/review-kitchen-aid-gas-grill-with-searing-side-burner/) - If you are a grilling fan, today you will learn something you did not know about just like me and why we are talking about our Kitchen-Aid gas grill with a searing side burner. Focus in on the last part "Searing Side Burner". If you have never used a searing side burner you are missing - [Blackstone Beer Cheese Sloppy Joe & Baked Beans](https://my59ranch.com/blackstone-beer-cheese-sloppy-joe/) - If you know blackstone griddles you know all kinds of crazy things can be made on them including this recipe for Blackstone Beer Cheese and Baked beans. Jump To Recipe Quick Shopping List I am part of MANY groups on Facebook (mainly focusing on Mid-Century and Mid-Century Modern topics). However, one group I follow is - [What was it like to Live in the 1950's in North Carolina?](https://my59ranch.com/what-was-it-like-to-live-in-the-1950s-in-north-carolina/) - Life in North Carolina in the 1950s: A Glimpse into a Simpler Time Living in North Carolina during the 1950s was like stepping into a world where life moved at a slower, more deliberate pace. The Tar Heel State, with its rolling Piedmont hills, coastal plains, and majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, was a place of - [Biltmore Estate - 1960 Mid-Century Ranch on Vanderbilt Rd](https://my59ranch.com/biltmore-estate-1960-mid-century-ranch-on-vanderbilt-rd/) - Discover the timeless charm of Mid-Century Ranch homes and explore a stunning 6,050 sq ft property at 426 Vanderbilt Rd, Asheville, NC, with 5 beds, 5 baths, and a 4.04-acre lot. - [Mid-Century Front Door Makeover - CARIBE](https://my59ranch.com/mid-century-front-door-makeover-caribe/) - Like so many of our projects, we start with a priority of what needs to be done next. Over the many years, it ends up being a necessity as to why we take on a project.... for this one however I wanted to have the front door painted for my wife's birthday. Not a real - [How to Test your Fireplace before it gets cold](https://my59ranch.com/testing-your-fireplace-before-it-gets-cold/) - The temperature has started to turn chilly in the past couple of weeks and our bedrooms prefab fireplace will be getting fired up soon. In a previous post here: we finished working on our fireplace in our living room and it has been working out great! However, the fireplace in our master bedroom will need - [Why blog about your house?](https://my59ranch.com/why-would-you-blog-about-your-house/) - Why blog about your house? When we were first looking at this house, I imagined us recording the changes and upgrades so we could / can look back and see where we came from. That was the primary purpose of the blog. Then, ss time went on we found out that some of the history - [Repairing Front Plastic on a 2017 Polaris Sportsman 450 HO](https://my59ranch.com/repairing-a-2017-polaris-sportsman-450-ho/) - When you need an ATV to service your property, you may discover that buying an ATV is not cheap for your pocketbook. Days of the $2500 ATV are long gone. When searching Craigslist, Facebook marketplace, eBay etc. etc. you will be lucky to find a used, well maintained, and halfway decent condition for under $6,000. - [The Ultimate Decision Tree for Upgrading Your Septic Tank: A Step-by-Step Guide](https://my59ranch.com/the-ultimate-decision-tree-for-upgrading-your-septic-tank-a-step-by-step-guide/) - Are you wondering whether it’s time to upgrade your septic tank? Upgrading your septic system can improve efficiency, protect your property, and ensure compliance with local regulations. But with so many factors to consider, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. This blog post provides a clear decision tree to guide you through the process of upgrading - [Is Mid-Century Modern Still Influencing us today?](https://my59ranch.com/is-mid-century-modern-still-influencing-us-today/) - Key Points Research suggests mid-century modern (MCM) design continues to influence 2025 home trends, blending nostalgia with modern functionality. It seems likely that trends like wine red, ochre, and mustard yellow colors, iconic furniture, and open floor plans are prominent. The evidence leans toward MCM's enduring appeal due to its timeless design and sustainability, though - [Spring Is Here - Our $2,300 Audi A5 Convertible](https://my59ranch.com/spring-is-here-our-2300-audi-a5-convertible/) - If you are a Mid-Century fan, the likely hood you are into restoring things goes beyond just your home. I think it was my dad who said to me "we can't afford "X" we need to fix it ourselves" or "It is too expensive for new things and what we have can be fixed". I - [Chicken kabobs on a Blackstone Griddle or a Grill? What is best?](https://my59ranch.com/chicken-kabobs-on-blackstone-griddle-vs-gas/) - Chicken kabobs on Blackstone Griddle is great in concept but I don't think it can beat a gas or charcoal grill. A friend of mine over at Crafted Cook has been posting recipes of him cooking on the Blackstone Griddle. Check his site out if you have a chance. As I started to prep for - [Save the Planet - Recycling Composite Deck Boards (Trex)](https://my59ranch.com/save-the-planet-recycling-composite-deck-boards-trex/) - In our throw out world today recycling composite deck boards may not be something you have heard of or even thought about. We believe and teach in our house, that we are given resources to "use" but not destroy. We should take care of things brought into our possession. Hence our philosophy in our house. - [1958 & 1959 Popular Mechanics Magazine. Is it Wall Art?](https://my59ranch.com/1958-1959-popular-mechanics-magazine-is-it-wall-art/) - Popular Mechanics Magazine was a frequently read magazine in our house when I was a kid. They always had informative and entertaining content. Especially if you like to tinker with things and dream big. Today, if you keep your eyes open, you will see in antique shops in your area these period correct magazines for - [Chic Mid-Century Broyhill Brasilia Dressers, Consoles, and Sideboards](https://my59ranch.com/chic-mid-century-broyhill-brasilia-dressers-consoles-and-sideboards/) - Discover the epitome of mid-century modern furniture with Broyhill, a name synonymous with timeless design and quality craftsmanship. As a leader in solid wood mid-century furniture, Broyhill's legacy extends far and wide. But my personal connection to Broyhill goes beyond admiration. In my youth, I had the unexpected pleasure of working on Ed Broyhill's XJ-S - [Spring Flowers Bring Positive Outlook During Crisis](https://my59ranch.com/spring-flowers-bring-positive-outlook-during-crisis/) - As we all know the President and the CDC has requested us to do many things like staying home, and not gathering with groups of more than 10 people for 15 days. Keeping your distance if you go out. Let's also not forget to WASH YOUR HANDS! Working from home if you are a digital - [Awesome and Relaxing Spring Morning](https://my59ranch.com/awesome-and-relaxing-spring-morning/) - Enjoy a morning out our back door... this morning was really cool with the lighting and breeze. - [Enjoying Spring and a Waterfall](https://my59ranch.com/enjoying-spring-and-a-waterfall/) - In my last post (10 things I am thankful for during the Great Corona-Virus) I reflected on positive things. One of them I did not dive into is this... I have found it really nice this Spring, to get "off" work and do some things in the yard. After all, with working from home - - [What do you do when your find an unexpected Hill Cart in your yard?](https://my59ranch.com/hill-cart-trolley-what-should-we-do/) - Never in my wildest dreams would I have thought that I would be the owner of a Hill Cart, aka Funicular and aka Trolley... A word/phrase that never crossed my mind. In fact, when we bought this house, our Hill Cart was not even on the list of things on the property. It came as - [A Great Get Away in the Turks and Caicos](https://my59ranch.com/oceans-club-resort-turks-and-caicos/) - Last year, I teased up a post about our trip to Turks and Caicos. It was truly a great time away with my wife and another couple (life long friends the Cave's). As we have settled into a fairly cold winter, our hearts turn toward the Caribbean to look back. Last year we were celebrating - [Brazilian Jacaranda Cantu Chairs, Mid-Century Furniture](https://my59ranch.com/mid-century-modern-brazilian-jacaranda-cantu-chairs/) - In a continuation of our series of interesting Mid-Century / Modern (MCM) furniture from the 1950’s, 1960’s I found this on eBay from a Brazilian designer, a full set of Jacaranda Cantu Chairs. While many MCM - Mid-Century Modern designs typically are focused on designs starting in Sweden or Denmark, this South American Designer Sergio - [Barn Find 2005 Toyota Tacoma - only 18k miles & never driven in rain!](https://my59ranch.com/barn-find-2005-toyota-tacoma-only-18k-miles-never-driven-in-rain/) - One of the most important tools when working on your home is transportation to get material to your home. I have been looking for a pickup for a long time and where this 2005 Toyota Tacoma comes into play. You see my priority like many of you, is to ensure my wife and kids have - [The Past year during Covid-19 our Success and Failure](https://my59ranch.com/mcm-projects-for-2021/) - Why the delay of project posts? This year has been a roller coaster for us, just like you I am sure. With the end of Summer / Fall of 2021, we have had multiple projects to blog about. Over the next couple of months you will start to see the progress we have had. Overall, - [Memorial Day weekend - honoring the fallen](https://my59ranch.com/memorial-day-weekend-honoring-the-fallen/) - Memorial Day Weekend always gives our family a moment to reflect on those Patriots who gave their life in service to their country. For 3 generations my family served in the Military in some capacity. Fortunately we never made the ultimate sacrifice but the risk was there. There is no greater sacrifice that can be - [Amazing Turks and Caicos (part 1)](https://my59ranch.com/turks-and-caicos-in-the-winter/) - Get rid of winter blues in the Caribbean- Turks and Caicos. One of the best beaches in the world! - [Adding 5" Can Lights To our Office (observitory)](https://my59ranch.com/observatory-updating-the-lighting-with-can-led-lights/) - Replacing 1980's and 1990's track lighting with recessed LED lighting. - [Replacing Carpet wtih Heart of Pine Hardwood Floor (part 1 Dining Room)](https://my59ranch.com/replacingoldcarpethardwoodfloor/) - Removing old carpet, and adding value to our home with tile? or Wood? Come and see! - [Replacing Old Carpet with Heart of Pine Hardwood Floor (part 2 - Dining Room)](https://my59ranch.com/replacing-old-carpet-part-2-dining-room/) - Just when you think things are going well... you get to a problem. - [Heart of Pine Hardwood Floor (part 3 Dining Room)](https://my59ranch.com/replacing-old-carpet-part-3-dining-room/) - Final wrap up of the dinning room flooring! So excited to have this done. The floors look GREAT! - [Replacing Mid-Century Windows (part 2)](https://my59ranch.com/windows-and-doors-replacing-drafty-1980s-doors-and-windows-part-3/) - When you walk past a door or window and you feel the temperature outside...it is time to replace them. Hence the reason for this how to Replace drafty 1980’s doors and windows - [Replacing drafty Mid-Century Panel Windows (parts 1)](https://my59ranch.com/replacing-drafty-1990s-doors-and-windows-part-2/) - Replacing windows in our house has been a goal we had from the very beginning. In a previous post we discussed replacing a windows in our master bedroom and in the kitchen. This was needed to match the windows on the front of the house that had already been replaced. Those old Windows were a - [The Best Fireplace Door and Screen](https://my59ranch.com/winter-is-here-fireplace-updates-part-1/) - An open fireplace can be a beautiful thing, and one of the features we love about... - [Fireplace Mantel and Your TV](https://my59ranch.com/build-a-stunning-modern-fireplace-mantle/) - An open fireplace can be a beautiful thing, and one of the features we love about... - [The Perfect Fireplace Tile, can one be found?](https://my59ranch.com/finding-a-perfect-tile-for-our-fireplace/) - You have seen the pictures in Magazines and online the perfect fireplace tile. When you start your own project it becom... - [Replacing our Landscaping Pagoda Pathway Lights](https://my59ranch.com/best-outdoor-pagoda-lights/) - Pagoda lights have been around for many years. We actually had some in our first house - but they did not work and looked horrible. I ripped them out and replaced with modern deck lighting. On our new house it had Pagoda lights installed on all 3 staircases - you can see an early picture - [Finishing up our Budget Friendly Tile and Mantel Project](https://my59ranch.com/finished-fireplace-mantel-tile/) - If you had an ugly or even an attractive fireplace, you might have wanted to update the look to be more modern. that was our intention to... - [Can Ultraviolet Light Kill COVID-19 and clean your Air Ducts?](https://my59ranch.com/can-ultraviolet-light-kill-covid-19-and-clean-your-air-ducts/) - Are UV lights COVID-19 Killers? It appears it could be so... several articles validated that UV light has the ability... - [Outdoor Speakers + Your Deck or Patio = BETTER](https://my59ranch.com/a-symphony-with-large-6-5-outdoor-speakers-on-our-deck/) - One of the best features of our house (especially when we have NICE weather), is our Deck and the Outdoor Speakers we just installed. While there are miles and miles it seems to maintain all of the deck (1400+ Square Feet), we do enjoy being outside on cool evenings. Today I will give you some - [Successful Deck Refinishing and Essential Repair to a Staircase](https://my59ranch.com/deck-refinishing-sand-stain-staircase/) - Not so long ago we set out on our deck refinishing mission. This included several essential areas on our deck and front staircase. It needed board(s) replacement, sanding of existing salvageable boards and staining as mentioned here, "Save big deck railing and general repair". One of the challenges with this deck is the sheer size. - [Chimney Cap Installation in 30 Minutes](https://my59ranch.com/stainless-steel-chimney-cap/) - Do you have a brick chimney? The Chimney cap is one of the most important elements of your Chimney. See how.. - [Recycling Windows and move to Another Location](https://my59ranch.com/move-windows-to-another-location/) - Have you ever bought something that you wished you made another decision or choice? What if you did that with $800 windows? - [#1 Sauna Heater Failure a Simple Inspection to Stop Expensive Repair](https://my59ranch.com/inspect-and-clean-a-sauna-heater/) - A Sauna Heater is a relatively simple device, almost like an oversized toaster oven. It is important to inspect and clean the sauna heater once a year. It was a surprise when we toured our home to find out it had a "real" sauna. It was not part of the home description but no matter - [Fabric Covered Lambrequin Cornice Board Removal](https://my59ranch.com/fabric-covered-lambrequin-cornice-board-removal/) - Yes I know... me too but no we are not speaking of a cloth that a Knight would have worn known as a Lambrequin. I only bring those out for special guests. No, we are talking about Lambrequin Cornice boards today. In our lower bedroom / bonus room, there were fabric covered Lambrequin cornice boards - [Make a big impact with Landscape Lighting for your House, Bushes or Trees](https://my59ranch.com/make-a-big-impact-with-landscape-lighting-for-your-house-bushes-or-trees/) - We had 3 flood lights installed about 100 feet up in our Beechwood trees that were installed by the previous owners. They were focused to light up the deck and house vs. being Landscape lighting. However, we wanted to light up our AMAZING Beechwood trees and that is the purpose of this blog post. I - [Sonos Wireless or In Wall Mounted Rear Surround Sound Speakers?](https://my59ranch.com/rear-surround-sound/) - When we bought this house, one of my first thoughts centered around the living room and having a great sounding stereo with full range rear surround speakers. As you may or may not know, trends in the industry have been shaken up lately with the much improved wireless speakers. There are several brands that stand - [Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Sputnik Chandelier](https://my59ranch.com/vintage-mid-century-modern-atomic-sputnik-chandelier/) - I have said it before and will say it again, buy authentic "REAL" items as much as you can. That was our decision when we wanted to find a real vintage Mid-Century Modern Atomic Sputnik Chandelier. It was one of the first items I knew I wanted to find for our house. I already had - [Mid-Century Gold Ceiling Light by Moe lighting](https://my59ranch.com/mid-century-moe-lighting/) - If you know vintage lighting, you would have heard of Moe Lighting by Thomas Industries. MOE Lighting was one of the premier American mid-century modern and atomic lighting manufacturers of the 50's and 60's. Their product was made here in the USA, like many products of that era. I really enjoy every time I take - [Should you be Repairing or Replacing your Deck? An expensive decision](https://my59ranch.com/repairing-or-replacing-your-deck/) - Are you thinking about repairing or replacing your deck? That is our question surrounding this post. We will cover some of our deck replacement ideas and why we went the direction we did. As mentioned in previous posts, our house has a 1400 square feet of deck space off our main floor. When we purchased - [FIX Brick or Mortar Cracking on your house or structure](https://my59ranch.com/devastating-brick-or-mortar-cracking-our-number-1-tip/) - A common problem, "brick or mortar cracking" on a structure could point to serious problems with your foundation. You may see cracked bricks, or mortar / masonry cracking and starting to fall out of the walls on your home or business. you might even notice cracks getting larger over time. Mortar DefinitionYou Military guys may - [How to remove glued and nailed down Particleboard - TIME SAVER!](https://my59ranch.com/how-to-remove-glued-and-nailed-down-particleboard/) - IF you have ever tried to remove glued and nailed down Particleboard you will find it a literal nightmare. I tried and tried to remove our particle board when replacing it in our dining room for wood floors. After hours of viewing and researching, I came across this one small video and a couple of - [Deck Walkway and Roof Repair](https://my59ranch.com/deck-walkway-and-roof-repair/) - Our deck walkway and roof repair project has been ongoing for some time. Overall the main portions of the deck has been updated and repaired (this blog post started the affair and is a decent overview of the deck repair). However, on the backside of the house (above the saw-tooth room, bathroom and sauna, the - [Building a Bridge - 5 Uses For Recycled Deck Boards](https://my59ranch.com/making-a-bridge-out-of-recycled-deck-boards/) - In our throw away society today real recycling (not the bin you throw water bottles in) is rare. It is so easy to "replace" things and trash the old items, it has become part of our culture that fills up our landfills with building material. I would argue this is the most wasteful thing we - [How To: Add A Mantel to a Bedroom Fireplace, Step Up The Experience](https://my59ranch.com/how-to-add-a-mantel-to-a-bedroom-fireplace/) - Have you ever thought it would be nice (especially on cold nights) to have a fireplace in your bedroom? What about if you have one but you don't have a mantel. It maybe just a in wall unit which can look nice enough, but what if you could add a mantel to a bedroom fireplace - [8 Inspiring Mid Century Kitchen ideas to bring new life to your space ](https://my59ranch.com/8-mid-century-kitchen-ideas-to-bring-new-life/) - When you have a white mid century kitchen, 0r a more classic white mid century modern kitchen you have many choices when doing a remodel. Of course it depends on how far you want to go. Are you stripping out the old cabinets? Going for total floor up remodel? Or are you going for addressing - [A Simple Roof Repair You Can Do Yourself](https://my59ranch.com/a-simple-roof-repair-you-can-do-yourself/) - In the intro post to this issue on our Mid-Century Modern Ranch, I talked about Roof Repair and securing the deck walkway above the roof. The walkway connects both the deck near the kitchen through the backside of the house to the dining room and walkway to our master bedroom. You can get an idea - [How to Restore or Change Stained Grout Color in Seconds](https://my59ranch.com/grout-color-changed-or-restored/) - If you have tile flooring in your home or office, then you know the importance of keeping the grout lines clean. Over time, grout can become stained, making your floors look dirty and unattractive. Stained grout caused by a variety of factors, including spills, dirt and grime and just regular mopping / cleaning the floor. - [Ice Storm, Trees and Limbs falling all around us!](https://my59ranch.com/ice-storm-trees-and-limbs-falling-all-around-us/) - Ice storms and trees in your yard. While individually they are nice to enjoy together is another story. - [When you find a Railroad track in your yard?](https://my59ranch.com/when-you-find-a-railroad-track-in-your-yard/) - What do you do when you find a RailRoad Track in your YARD? - [Mothers, just dropping off their Fawns](https://my59ranch.com/can-you-see-who-stopped-by/) - The other day we had a visitor of the 4 legged kind, a fawn was dropped off by it's mother. This fellow (or girl) I don’t know of a way to tell the difference between male or female, was dropped off by its mother. If you know, please leave a comment below of how to - [Fall at our home](https://my59ranch.com/fall-at-our-home/) - Fall, maybe my favorite time of the year. The temperature, Color of the leaves and a sense of change and a hint of winter with a fire off in the distance. - [Take a Hiking Around The Lake](https://my59ranch.com/after-thanksgiving-hike-around-the-lake/) - Living our Dream of living on a lake in the middle of a forest. #natureliving #lakelife - [our first Real Christmas Tree](https://my59ranch.com/christmas-lights-and-our-tree/) - At Christmas time this year, we were a little behind due to... - [Our first snow of the season!](https://my59ranch.com/is-it-spring-or-winter-our-first-snow-this-winter/) - Life in Lewisville, North Carolina has been more like living in Northern Florida this year. - [Medaloni Cellars Winery near Lewisville, NC](https://my59ranch.com/a-getaway-thats-not-far-from-home-medaloni-cellars-winery/) - A little over 3 miles from our house in Lewisville, North Carolina is a place called Medaloni Cellars. It is a winery located on twenty-two acres of rolling hills located in North Carolina's beautiful Yadkin Valley. They are also an event center for weddings and other gatherings. Some friends said, "Hey, would you guys like - [Our first fire and being Inspired by the beauty of Fall in our forest](https://my59ranch.com/our-first-fire-of-this-beautiful-fall-season/) - On a Saturday night, we gathered around our first fire of the year. It was welcomed warmth and relaxing after we worked outside to enjoy the perfect fall weather. It was only a high of 65 degrees. Not too hot and not too cold while trimming up the canopy of our trees. Raising the canopy - [A Tasteful Mid-Century Modern Designed Restaurant](https://my59ranch.com/a-tasteful-mid-century-modern-designed-restaurant/) - Would you be surprised to find a restaurant designed with a Mid-Century Modern (MCM) flair? I think you would agree, there are many "retro" 50's style soda shops around (we have one here in Lewisville called Alex's Grill and Ice Cream). However, in our area we were surprised to find a Mid-Century Modern themed restaurant. - [Mid-Century Electric Credenza Bar by Alfons Doerr KG](https://my59ranch.com/mid-century-electric-credenza-bar-by-alfons-doerr-kg/) - Our journey at My59Ranch so far has been great. Thank you for the emails and comments. We are and will continue to mark the space with our projects and documentation around restoring our Mid-Century American Ranch. Starting today, we will also start to bring you stories about related homes and furniture and list them in - [Mid-Century “JACKS” Cocktail Table by Adrian Pearsall](https://my59ranch.com/mid-century-adrian-pearsall-jacks-cocktail-table/) - Have you been looking for the perfect MCM Cocktail Table for your home? One of the things I appreciate about MCM styled items is they can literally go with any decor and style. This timeless piece makes me think it can fit with ultra modern as well as Mid-Century designed homes. This weeks post is - [Mid-Century Danish Chairs in Teak Wood](https://my59ranch.com/mcm-danish-chairs-in-teak-wood/) - As we explore furniture from the 1950's, 1960's and early 1970's you will find very interesting furniture pieces from Sweden or Denmark. These Danish modern chairs (set of 10) fit the bill and were made in the 1960's. During this period for Mid-Century Modern designs Danish and Swedish designs were leading this charge. Their culture - [Mid-Century Dresser Set found on Facebook Marketplace](https://my59ranch.com/facebook-marketplace-finds-mid-century-dresser-set/) - On our journey to restoring our home, we started to look for various pieces of furniture like this Mid-Century Dresser. Some could say this is a Mid-Century Modern design too... We try to find items that would be of interest to us and our readers. In continuing this series that started with a Mid-Century Electric - [Danish High-Back Rocking Chair in Rosewood](https://my59ranch.com/mcm-atomic-danish-high-back-rocking-chair-in-rosewood/) - If you want something in your room to get a wow factor, this Mid-Century HIGH-BACK ROCKING CHAIR IN ROSEWOOD maybe for you! - [A 1959 Mid-Century Modern Bachelors Pad](https://my59ranch.com/1959-mid-century-modern-home-for-sale/) - NO - Not our house, but another 1959 Mid-Century Modern located down the street in Laurenburg, NC. About half way from Lewisville, NC to the coast is a small town nestled in the pine forests. This is part of a series where we explore furniture and homes from the 1950's, 1960's and early 1970's. I - [Check out this Shagadelic, 1972 Mid-Century Modern](https://my59ranch.com/a-shagadelic-1972-mid-century-modern/) - As Mid-Century Modern enthusiasts (mainly due to our house), if we get a chance to visit another Mid-Century Modern house we will drop everything and head out the door. Sometimes we feature homes on our site we run across for ideas and really documentation. You can see a couple here: In this case, right down - [Dreaming of a 1973 Mid-Century Modern](https://my59ranch.com/another-1973-mid-century-modern-restoration/) - This 1973 Mid-Century Modern house here in Lewisville is at the last end of what could be considered "Mid-Century". Some would say, "are the 70s considered mid century"? Typically the range for these houses is from the late 30's until mid/late 60's. However in our area the trend continued for this style of home well - [Charlie Brown creator Charles M. Schulz's gorgeous 1960s California Studio home](https://my59ranch.com/house-tour-charlie-brown-creator-charles-m-schulzs-gorgeous-1960s-california-studio-home/) - The 1900s Mid-Century homes were ones that did not disappoint. Many of them were designed with simplicity and nature in mind, especially for those that were successful. Case in point, this lovely studio turned into a home of the Charlie Brown Creator, Charles M. Schulz built in 1966 is for sale. It sits atop a - [A spectacular 1962 Wedding Present 120 Canal Dr, Chowchilla, CA](https://my59ranch.com/1962-wedding-present-frank-lloyd-wright-mcm/) - With an earlier post discussing Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired home, this house appears to have direct connections to the man and the architectural school. According to the original owners children, this house in California was designed by one of his students. This was a 1962 wedding present to the parents of the current owner. How - [Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired 1963 MCM, Salisbury NC](https://my59ranch.com/house-tour-frank-lloyd-wright-inspired-1963-mcm-salisbury-nc/) - When you start talking about Mid-Century Modern houses the name Frank Lloyd Wright often comes up. He was one of the chief architects that started the trend to simplicity. I like his quote below and you can see in his designs and also in the designs of the architects that followed his work and how - [A Spectacular 1959 Mid-Century Ranch 832 Camelot Court](https://my59ranch.com/1959-mid-century-ranch-832-camelot-crt/) - This 1959 Mid-Century Ranch is somewhat near and dear to our hearts. This house was owned by my brothers family that they lived in for many years. It is one of the reasons that inspired us to look into Mid-century homes. We liked the long layout of the property and how the house continued on - [A Magnificent transformation of a Mid-Century marvel at 3201 Peachtree St.](https://my59ranch.com/wont-believe-mcm-transformation-sarasota-fl/) - An Mid-Century Modern aka MCM transformation like this is unlikely to go unnoticed. I don't know about you, but my spirit pulls for the underdog. It has always been my way. To see a story of the unloved, the miss-understood, the thrown to the trash heap (you get the idea) make a massive turn around - [An Amazing 1961 Mid-Century Modern, The Leeds House](https://my59ranch.com/an-amazing-1961-mid-century-modern-the-leeds-house/) - Exploring homes like this 1961 Mid-Century Modern is one of wonder for many people. This house has a simplistic design that is at the core of Mid-Century Modern home design. While our house has elements of large windows to bring the outside in, this home was designed inside out on the primary concepts for Mid-Century - [The Mailbox a Mid-Century Modern Accessory to complete your look](https://my59ranch.com/mid-century-modern-mailbox/) - When searching for the latest Mid-Century Modern Accessory for your house, one of the last things to come to mind would be a Mailbox. We never gave this conversation a second thought, however you should. For example: If you pay attention to your surroundings, you can easily identify old things. Like a design that gives - [Furniture: A Terrific Mid-Century Walnut Nightstand](https://my59ranch.com/a-sophisticated-walnut-nightstand-mcm-furniture/) - If you chase MCM Furniture, you might want to consider the folks down in Charlotte at FOS RESTORATION CO. have this Walnut Nightstand that they refurbished. It looks new or better than new as they have refinished the walnut exterior. I have found that this company seems to do an exceptional job at restoring items - [Raise the bar with a mid century modern TV stand](https://my59ranch.com/raise-the-bar-with-a-mid-century-modern-tv-stand/) - Mid century modern design is a popular style that has experienced a resurgence in recent years. If you're looking to add a touch of retro chic to your living room, a mid century modern TV stand is a great choice. These stands are characterized by their clean lines, natural materials, and sleek shapes. One of - [Mid-Century Modern Tripod Lamp to Upgrade any Room](https://my59ranch.com/mid-century-modern-tripod-lamp-to-upgrade-any-room/) - Mid-century modern tripod lamp designs are a style that originated in the mid-20th century and is characterized by its clean, simple lines, organic shapes, and a focus on functionality. One of the most iconic elements of this style is the tripod lamp. Tripod lamps are so named because they have three legs, which support the - [Sauna Cleaning: The Importance of Maintaining a Clean and Hygienic Sauna](https://my59ranch.com/sauna-cleaning-the-importance-of-maintaining-a-clean-and-hygienic-sauna/) - Saunas have been a staple in many households for years, providing a relaxing and rejuvenating escape from the stresses of everyday life. But just like any other place where people gather, saunas can become contaminated with germs, dirt, sweat and other unpleasant substances if not properly cleaned. That's why it's crucial to keep your sauna - [3D Printer - Replace VINTAGE Mid-Century Shower Faucet Handles](https://my59ranch.com/3d-printer-replace-vintage-mid-century-shower-faucet-handles/) - When you have an older Mid-Century home like ours, you will have old things that will need to be replaced. Specifically hardware like door handles, hinges, faucets, wall plates etc, etc, that will need updating or replacing. The list literally goes on forever. The good news, many items can be easily replaced, like door hinges - [A Simple Guide for Replacing Mid-Century Door Hinges](https://my59ranch.com/guide-to-replace-mid-century-door-hinges/) - If you have a Mid-Century home, chances are the door hinges are in a dire straight and in need of attention. Today we are working on replacing both old and semi new (late 80's" door hinges. Our goal is to have them not only match the door handles that are satin silver but also to - [The Journey Begins with Our Mid-Century Modern Ranch](https://my59ranch.com/the-journey-begins/) - After casually searching for 5 years and more intensely recently, we found this home and hence our journey begins. It was a vacation spot built in the late 50's and modified a couple of times in it's life. A Mid-Century Modern Ranch that started life as a typical Ranch of that era. We are very - [Easy DIY Chimney Crown Repair with ChimneyRX](https://my59ranch.com/mansonry-chimney-crown-repair/) - Do you have a brick chimney? It has a crown - learn how to repair and maintain it... - [French Cherry Pie Recipe (Clafoutis)](https://my59ranch.com/cherry-pie-recipe-the-easy-way-clafoutis/) - This recipe Cherry Pie recipe aka "Clafoutis Recipe” was something from a Friday afternoon coffee break a.k.a. Fika at work. Working for an international company gives you a great chance to experience other cultures. The parent company for Mack Trucks is Volvo in Gothenburg Sweden. Jump to Recipe A tradition in Sweden is Fika “to have - [A promising view by Sanding our Deck Railing then Stain With Thompson's](https://my59ranch.com/deck-railing-final-sanding-and-stain-with-tompsons-waterseal/) - When you are finished with one step in a project that has many, it is really nice to see the final product. Finishing up our Deck Railing and staining it with Thompson's Waterseal turned out great - [Save BIG on Your Deck Repair - Deck Railing](https://my59ranch.com/save-big-deck-railing-and-general-repair/) - How can you save a HUGE amount of money on your outside deck? Many contractors will tell you to tear it down, a very expensive repair. What if you actually just repaired it? Targeted repairs and sanding a railing is a good place to start and save. - [Shrink Wrap Windows And Doors To Save Hundreds During The Brutal Cold Winter](https://my59ranch.com/shrink-wrap-your-windows-and-doors-to-save-money/) - In this post you will see how to Shrink wrap Doors and Windows to save money and stop drafts - [Moving our website to a new environment](https://my59ranch.com/new-gallery-wordpress-hosting/) - When you move your website to another hosting company, make sure you get ALL of the features you want. If you want to add plugins, ir start using WooCommerce to sell things you need a more expensive plan? Read this to find out! - [Fix a Loose Shower Tile with Gorilla Glue in 10 minutes](https://my59ranch.com/fix-loose-tile-gorilla-glue-grout-sealer/) - What do you do when some of the concrete under your shower tile starts to break down? Read this now to save Thousands of dollars, you can repair your tile! - [How to troubleshoot and replace a Well Pump](https://my59ranch.com/new-well-pump-installation/) - What do you do when you go to use your water in the morning and nothing comes out? No water is not such a fun thing, neither is replacing a well pump... - [Need A Staircase Runner? Try and use a Rug instead of Carpet.](https://my59ranch.com/staircase-runner-should-you-use-carpet-or-rugs/) - One of the quests we had, was to replace the staircase runner when we bought this house. Last summer we replaced the carpet in the lower bedroom that we use as a den / guest bedroom. It was replaced with a grey patterned (physical indention) carpet. We elected at the time to not replace the - [Gallery of our Mid-Century Modern Ranch](https://my59ranch.com/a-gallery-of-our-home/) - A small gallery of our home. What will we do next? Follow along to see! - [Delicious Dairy-Free Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe](https://my59ranch.com/dairy-free-sweet-potato-recipe/) - We are getting closer and closer to Thanksgiving and I am glad to share my dairy-free sweet potato casserole with you. This recipe like others on our website started with some type of passion/desire. In this case, Joe's love of coconut. Since he was a kid, he has loved coconut. He says it reminds him - [How to make Lebkuchen Cookies over a 100's year old German Recipe](https://my59ranch.com/lebkuchen-cookies-recipe/) - If you don’t know of Lebkuchen cookie, these are not your typical cookies. It takes time to make them (Which was OK as my oldest daughter and I loved to spend time with her). She passed away in 2021 at the sprightly age of 103. This blog post was from 2013 on my old blog. - [DELICIOUS Lettuce Wrapped Chicken and Vegetables from the Grill](https://my59ranch.com/delicious-lettuce-wrapped-chicken-and-vegetables-from-the-grill/) - Have you ever tried a lettuce wrapped chicken sandwich? This maybe one of the best grilled chicken recipes that can be made in no-time. If you try KETO, more than likely you have. Trying to cut carbs at every corner is not easy, but meals like this make it a pleasure vs. a pain point - [How to Clean Mid-Century Brass Lights](https://my59ranch.com/how-to-clean-mid-century-brass-lights/) - As we continue to document the restoration of our home, we constantly discover new things like this one today - how to clean mid-century brass lights. It's not exactly at the top of the to-do list, however we are working on the deck area and it was one of the eye sores. Also not 100% - [Our Best Split Pea Soup and Pancakes Recipe from the OLD WORLD](https://my59ranch.com/chunky-split-pea-soup-and-pancakes/) - Split Pea Soup is a warm and welcoming dish that I enjoyed as a child. I was talking with my mom and she did not remember making it (but I think she did at some point). We talked about how it may have been my Grandmother Marge, (her mom) that made it for us. Whomever - [Picking Strawberries at a local Strawberry Farm](https://my59ranch.com/picking-healthy-strawberries-at-a-strawberry-farm/) - When it is almost summer, there is a great fruit that is ready in late April and early May in North Carolina. A friends place down in Pfafftown... - [Have you ever Juiced for Life improvement? Juicing is easy - come see why!](https://my59ranch.com/life-is-more-about-doing-than-wishing/) - Are you eating what you should to be healthy? Sometimes a little effort to change can make a big impact. Juicing to improve your wellness is a great step. - [5 Minute Krusteaz pumpkin pancakes that you will LOVE](https://my59ranch.com/fall-is-upon-us-pumpkin-pancakes/) - Fall is almost here - why not get started with Pumpkin Spice and everything nice? - [Replace Appliance Light Bulbs With LED's](https://my59ranch.com/replace-appliance-light-bulbs-with-leds/) - Just about any appliance you have today, can benefit with upgrading the appliance light bulbs with LEDs. Upgrading the lighting in your microwave to LED lights can be a simple and cost-effective way to improve the functionality and appearance of your kitchen appliance. LED lights are more energy efficient, longer lasting, and cooler to the - [Mid-Century Modern NuTone Starburst Doorbell Installation](https://my59ranch.com/to-ring-or-not-to-ring-vintage-nutone-starburst-doorbell/) - Owning a Mid-Century Modern home comes with challenges like keeping it "authentic" that is what we did with installing a NuTone doorbell from the 1950's... - [How to Support Your Community Farmers - Harmony Ridge Farms](https://my59ranch.com/supporting-your-community-farmers-harmony-ridge/) - You may not live in the country or in a city that has access to local farmers but supporting your community farmers is key to having a free and open society. In recent years, the focus to get everything from big box stores has increased more and more. Think about the lock downs and the - [Insulating A Well Pump Against Freezing Temperatures](https://my59ranch.com/how-to-insulate-a-well-pump-against-the-cold/) - Insulating a well pump is a common task that is frequently overlooked. It is not a hard job, just one that is typically forgotten (until it turns cold that is). Now that temps are turning colder, one topic I wanted to check out was the well pump. It is sitting in the yard next to - [A Free Home Energy Assessment to SAVE You Thousands Of Dollars!](https://my59ranch.com/free-home-energy-assessment/) - Did you know that your electric company may offer a home energy assessment for free that could help save you Thousands of Dollars? I have gotten notices from Duke Energy for some time asking me if I would like a home Energy Assessment. They either deployed some type of AI (artificial intelligence) or black magic - [How to Clean And Paint A Cement Floor in ONE day!](https://my59ranch.com/clean-and-paint-a-cement-floor/) - This weekend we had a small task to spruce up our carport that we will share with you how to clean and paint a cement floor in one day. If you have even cleaned and painted cement / concrete floor you know it can be a headache. Hopefully this shortcut will cut down on the - [Home Renovation Use your money wisely](https://my59ranch.com/home-renovation-use-your-money-wisely/) - My list of things to do on the house has grown daily. Some things needed, some wanted and some could fall into the classification of collateral damage. if you go to Lowe's or Home Depot, project costs can add up quickly. In reality, not all things require you to spend a huge amount of cash - [Trim up English Ivy FAST with a Billy Goat](https://my59ranch.com/english-ivy-great-for-the-eyes-bad-for-trees/) - A great erosion plant (English Ivy) but it can grow out of control quickly. You don't want it growing on your house or trees as... - [Spot The Difference Between English Ivy and Poison vines like Oak and Sumac](https://my59ranch.com/difference-between-english-ivy-and-poison-vines/) - Our backyard is green all year, which makes it difficult to tell the difference between English Ivy and poison vines. Our english ivy alias hedera helix is intermixed with Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac. While we enjoy all of the greenery and the benefits it brings us, it can be a bumpy relationship if we - [2 Tips to fix a door that won't close properly](https://my59ranch.com/fix-an-ill-fitting-door/) - There is nothing like having a door that won't close properly. It leaves you with an unfinished feeling that will nag you until you resolve the problem. When we first moved in, our bedroom door had this issue. It would not close all the way and got hung at the top and one small location - [DIY Save Money TODAY - Weatherproof your Electrical Outlets Covers](https://my59ranch.com/diy-save-money-today-use-outdoor-weatherproof-electrical-outlets-covers/) - You have a tremendous opportunity to save money today by inspecting and weatherproofing your exterior electrical outlets. Over time the weatherproofing on the outlets begins to fail. They also start to not look to attractive. If you open up the covers, you will most likely see something that could be rather dangerous. We will cover - [Merry Christmas and Happy New Year](https://my59ranch.com/merry-christmas-and-happy-new-year/) - A positive outlook on 2020 - your best asset (Your Family) never take them for granted even in a COVID Christmas year. - [Just Moved In & Tree Set Up on Christmas Eve](https://my59ranch.com/night-before-christmas-eve/) - On the day before Christmas Eve, we finally got 98.9% of our things moved into our new house. It is amazing how much effort and time it takes to move. While we love moving and cleaning out things it will just wipe you out. Thankfully I was able to find a real tree, and get - [Snow! We are not even moved in yet!](https://my59ranch.com/not-even-moved-in-yet/) - The weather in NC is totally unpredictable, one day sunny and the next SNOW! So right at the Holidays, what a wonderful time of year for so many things and to add a fresh layer of snow tops it off! Shopping for gifts for loved ones, family gatherings and the food that comes with it. - [YouTube Channel and Live stream](https://my59ranch.com/new-live-stream-on-youtube/) - Live Stream on YouTube about our Lifestyle and things we enjoy. In a Nature Series - I am trying to capture our Woodpeckers and deer... hopefully we will! - [EASILY Destroy and Remove Mold and Mildew in 30 Seconds](https://my59ranch.com/remove-mildew-and-mildew/) - If like our house we get mold and mildew that is a pain to remove mold and mildew with out much success. That is until we came across this product that can take as little as 30 seconds. We hope we are past the monsoon season here in NC. It has been raining and raining - [Clean Up with Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace](https://my59ranch.com/how-to-get-rid-of-old-furniture-large-household-items-and-construction-debris-fast/) - Do you have leftover items from a project? You don't have a pickup? Don't hire someone to take them away, give it to someone who wants your trash. Read this to learn how! - [Have a Leaking Toilet? - Quick 42 Min Fix](https://my59ranch.com/leaking-toilet-quick-42-min-fix/) - Would you like to wake up to see a leaking toilet on the bathroom floor? Not me. Some days it feels like home-ownership has zero rewards. I was summoned to my daughters bathroom to see a small (pretty clear thank goodness) leak on the floor. 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