Jeffers just about yanked the remodeler’s hammer out of his hand. One year after she persuaded Wilsonart to leave the house intact, the National Register of Historic Places added the home to its list of historic landmarks.
“We thought it was fun but didn’t realize that it would be quite the captivating thing that it was,” said Alison DeMartino, the employee who showed Jeffers the house.
DeMartino said Wilson used the house to experiment with his laminates. Although Wilson wasn’t a flashy person, this home is full of loud colors - black and pink shower, aqua cabinets, yellow walls, all made in Temple.
Preserved almost like it was when Wilson and his wife, Sunny, lived there, Wilsonart gives tours and brings clients to it for parties. Decorators often visit, looking for ideas and inspiration.
The Ralph Sr. and Sunny Wilson Historic House Museum on the web: www.wilsonart.com/wilsonhouse
To book a tour: 254-207-2806
