The Exotic History of Cowhide
Humanity has a long and rich history of creating from the furs of animals. It makes total sense as humans are pretty much hairless; they turned to the furred skin of other animals for safety and comfort! Archeologists believe that we have been using animal hides since the prehistoric era. Common hides came from cattle…
Read MoreAluminum Windmill Fans for Outdoor Spaces
As the summer heat creeps in and the sun stays out later, our minds turn to cool our outdoor spaces so they can still be enjoyable! And that means outdoor ceiling fans… An overhead ceiling fan can elevate a basic back patio and turn it into an oasis. Outdoor ceiling fans are a must for…
Read MoreWe’re Re-Decorating the Most Popular Places of TV’s Hottest Western, Yellowstone!
Yellowstone is the hot-tempered drama following the infamous Dutton family ranch legacy. John Dutton is the sixth generation to run the ranch, leading his family while the winds of changes in Montana sway with developers and newcomers after the land and classic enemies like the national park organizations and the bordering Broken Rock Indian Reservation…
Read MorePutting the Windmill Ceiling Fan Touch on Paradise Valley
Yellowstone, the hot-tempered drama about a familial ranch legacy and the winds of changes in the mountains of Montana, also happens to be the most-watched show on cable in the USA. This Kevin Costner-led drama appeared on the scene just three years ago and had a reverse rise to fame, growing large audiences in smaller…
Read MoreThe XIT Ranch: Far from a Myth, its Legacy is as Rich as Texas Itself
If you’ve been to the Texas State Capitol in Austin and dove into its rich history, you likely heard about the XIT Ranch, a swath of land stretching across the Panhandle that, while short-lived as a massive cattle ranch, is the reason we have such an awe-inspiring Capitol. As the story goes, state legislators in…
Read MoreLivestock Protectors At Your Service: Meet Our Great Pyrenees Pups!
Anyone who has visited our ranch in Pilot Point, Texas, has likely met our security team. No, we’re not talking about a bunch of big, burly men standing at the front gate. Our two Great Pyrenees pups, Sampson and Bo, get the job done perfectly. They are our livestock protection team, and boy, they take…
Read More4 Advantages of Using Aluminum to make Windmill Ceiling Fans
So many things stand out about our Windmill Ceiling Fans that it’s difficult to put one particular feature or advantage at the top of the list. From American-made to unrivaled strength and craftsmanship, the ability to customize every last detail to match your personality and style, and more, we love them all — and we…
Read MoreHow Cooling a Barndominium Led to The Original Windmill Ceiling Fan Company
You’ve likely heard this story before: Kelly Eggers was looking for an efficient way to cool their brand-new barndominium when she spotted a farm-style windmill overlooking the property. The blades were stronger; there were more of them, and that represented farm living. The possibilities were endless if she could make a smaller, lightweight version. So…
Read MoreMaking the Most Out of Life on the Farm: An Animal Farm Tour
You can’t have a farm without animals! Well, I guess you could, but it wouldn’t be near as fun. On the Eggers farm in Pilot Point, Texas, home to your friends at The Original Windmill Ceiling Fan Company, we raise Belted Galloway cattle, yes the Oero cows! But it doesn’t stop there. We have Paso Fino…
Read MoreHow Does the Number of Blades Affect a Windmill Ceiling Fan?
We love the look on our customers’ faces when they see our Windmill Ceiling Fans for the first time. After all, most people are used to seeing the traditional fan with three to six blades. They buy them off a store shelf somewhere, install it, and think that this is the best they’re going to…
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