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  • 4 Reasons to Consider Quartz Over Granite for Your Kitchen

    Quartz countertops offer homeowners the beauty of natural stone without the hassle of upkeep and maintenance. Selecting a quartz countertop for your kitchen is an excellent way to bring both form and function to the space.

    Quartz countertops
    Contemporary Spaces by Miami Tile, Stone & Countertops Marble of the World via Houzz

    Homeowners often choose quartz countertops because of their:

    • Durability Quartz countertops are made from one of the most durable minerals on Earth resulting in a product that will hold up to the daily wear and tear of your family.
    • Variety No matter what your kitchen’s color palette is you can find a quartz countertop to match including bold colors, neutrals, and dark shades.
    • Timelessness Quartz countertops in a kitchen are unlikely to look dated as the house ages. They will help the kitchen retain a fresh look for years to come.
    • Low maintenance Unlike wood or natural stone, quartz countertops won’t need to be sealed and can easily be cleaned with just soap and water.
    Bathroom by Oakville Kitchen & Bath Designers Oakville Kitchen and Bath Centre via Houzz

    At Country Club Homes we are dedicated to keeping current with home construction trends. Contact us today at Country Club Homes, call 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com

  • The Studs of Construction: Understanding the Lumber in Your Home

    You’ve encountered the studs of construction before: You measure and mark the walls to hang a piece of artwork. The first nail goes in easy-breezy, the second one nearly jars the teeth out of your head as you pound it in. That’s a stud. Homes in Fairfield County and around the country are usually framed…

  • Adding a Sauna to Your Home is Great for Your Health

    An in-home sauna may seem like an unnecessary luxury, but in reality it can provide significant benefits to your health. A sauna’s heat works to sooth your nerve endings, relieve tension, reduce joint pain, and relax your muscles.  Spending time in a sauna also works to calm your body and relieve it of stress which promotes…

  • Create Cleverly Concealed Work Spaces in Your Home

    Have you discovered that you could benefit from additional workspaces in your home? Using creative built-in storage is an excellent way to create unique spaces designed specifically to meet your family’s needs. Contemporary Family Room by New York Architects & Designers Murdock Solon Architects via Houzz   Considering adding a: Homework center: Does your kids’ homework spill out across…

  • How to Tell if a Wall or Column is Load-Bearing

    Many homeowners seek to open up space in their home during a home renovation project by removing a wall. This can connect spaces and completely transform a home’s layout. Before a wall can be removed it must first be determined whether the wall is load-bearing. This can be determined by: Traditional Staircase by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country Club…