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  • Adding Wood Flooring? Here’s How to Prepare Your Home for Demolition

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    Adding new wood flooring to your home’s floors is an excellent way to revive a space, add visual interest or increase your home’s resale value. A simple wood floor installation can change the entire look of a room. Before work begins, there are several things you should do to prepare:

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    • Sound sub-floor.  New wood flooring should be laid on a clean, smooth, level and structurally sound base.
    • Removal of items.  Remove all furnishings, draperies, paintings and other items from the room(s).
    • Protect your home.  Ensure that the space is sealed off to prevent dust and debris from infiltrating other areas of your home.
    • Acclimate.  Acclimate your hardwood flooring to its new environment.  Let it get used to the temperature and humidity levels before it’s installed.
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    The professionals at Country Club Homes, Inc. have a variety of home remodeling tips sure to make any project easier. Contact us today at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com to learn more about our services.

  • Small Details Can Make All the Difference in a Universal Design

    Universal design is the process of creating a home that works for all residents, regardless of ability or age. Many universal design homes are created specifically for homeowners that are in wheelchairs or have other physical needs, but universal design goes beyond adding ramps and making sure doorways are wide enough to accommodate a wheelchair….

  • A House Full of Secrets: Designing a Home With Hidden Passages for Convenience and Privacy

    If you love a good mystery you know that secret passageways are the epitome of suspense and intrigue. What is behind that door and through that hidden passage? Secret passageways can be built into your home to boost privacy and convenience. Our favorite passageway ideas include the: Bookshelf doorway. It may look like a wall full of…

  • Driftwood Architecture is a Gorgeous Way to Bring the Outdoors Into Your Home

    One of the most wonderful things about coastal living, aside from the stunning views, is the vast array of design ideas you can draw upon from the sea.  While common design features like ship motifs and seashells have to walk a fine line to avoid moving from tasteful to kitschy, one oceanic design element is…

  • Consider the Practical Beauty of Cedar Roofs

    Best known for their undeniable beauty, cedar roofs offer a host of other benefits to homeowners. They are incredibly durable, environmentally friendly, and stand up to even the worst weather conditions. If you’re considering installing a cedar roof as part of your construction project take the time to understand the material before you begin. Cedar roofs…