Assess Your Rancher IQ
Email To Friend | share this article | Posted by Renee on March 19th in General Remodel.
So you know your Ranchers like the back of your hand? Or you think the home’s minimal layout is easy to decipher? Let’s test that knowledge with a short quiz on Ranch style charms. Like all homes, Ranchers have their own set of unique characteristics. Have fun assessing them, and if you need to peek, the answers are below.
1. An original Ranch style kitchen will likely include:
A. Granite countertops and stainless steel appliances
B. Avocado green tiles and dark brown cabinets
C. A rustic feel with distressed wood cabinets and stone floors
2. A Ranch style home is typically built without a basement.
A. True
B. False
3. Ranch style homes are most often found in the following layout:
A. A long “U” or “L” shape
B. A rowhouse, partially attached to the neighboring property
C. Narrow and tall, with a front porch bordered by columns
4. Ranch style siding will most likely be:
A. Stucco
B. Stone
C. Brick
5. The Rancher’s garage most often leads into which rooms:
A. The kitchen or laundry room
B. An attached courtyard
C. A small hallway bordering the rear family room
Answers:
1. B. Avocado green tiles and dark brown cabinets
Remember that a majority of Ranch style homes were built in the 50s and 60s. Changes are if the kitchen hasn’t been updated since, dark greens and browns abound.
2. A. True
Since most Ranch style homes consist of one level, they’re built without basements. There are exceptions, though, such as the Raised Ranch or Split-Level Ranch, which come with partially submerged basements.
3. A. A long “U” or “L” shape
Detached, single story properties, Ranchers are called Ramblers because of their asymmetrical shapes that lend to lots of space, an easy flow between rooms, and easy access to additions.
4. C. Brick
Wood and vinyl are also common.
5. A. The kitchen or laundry room.
Turn your laundry room into a mudroom to give it a dual function!
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