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  • 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:

    what to do with load bearing walls
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    • Searching for beams at the lowest level of the house that interface directly with the concrete foundation.
    • Locating the home’s beams and noting which walls they connect directly to.
    • Identifying joists that meet a wall at a perpendicular angle and transferring the weight to the load-bearing wall.
    • Following internal load-bearing walls up through the structure.

    Since load-bearing walls can’t be removed, there are certain things you can do to integrate them into the home’s design. Consider installing structural columns in place of the wall and tie in their design to the room’s aesthetic. You can also use beams in the ceiling to help support the weight of a load-bearing wall while opening up the space.

    If you are considering undertaking any home renovation projects, contact our professionals at Country Club Homes today at 203-762-0550. We’re ready to be your trusted home design, renovation, and construction team.

  • Beautiful Ways to Embrace the Wrap-Around Porch

    A wrap around porch is stately, majestic, and the perfect location for friends and family to gather. If you’re hoping to add a wrap around porch to your custom home in Fairfield County we encourage you to: Consider your view Adding a wrap around porch to your home is an excellent way to maximize your home’s…

  • Layout Suggestions for a New Bathroom

    One of the most important components of bathroom design is the layout. Understanding dimensions, traffic patterns, and the strategic placement of the sinks, toilet, shower, and bath tub will help you create a bathroom that is well designed and meets your specific needs. Our favorite layout ideas for a bathroom remodel include: A corner sink A corner…

  • Please Your Brain With Luxurious Home Design

    Think of the most luxurious home interiors you’ve ever seen. What stood out most to you? What caught your eye? Luxurious home design starts with the smallest of details and builds to create spaces that feel unique and memorable. Our favorite parts of luxurious home design include: An expansive kitchen Luxury in the kitchen is…

  • Steps to Finding the Perfect Granite for Your Kitchen

    Choosing a new granite for your custom kitchen remodeling project can be a bit overwhelming. Granite is a big investment and there are so many fantastic choices. Before you make your final granite selection ask yourself: How did the samples look in my house? Looking at granite at the slab yard isn’t enough. Make sure you…