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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.

  • One Kitchen, Two Islands: A Unique Idea for Your Fairfield County Home

    The kitchen has always been the heart of the home, and for obvious reasons. This is where we eat, drink and be merry! We probably all have fond memories of being in the kitchen as a child. The aroma of lasagna baking in the oven, or the sweet smell of fresh homemade apple pie –…

  • Stone Exteriors are Great for Your Fairfield County Home

    When you’re building a home, you have a multitude of choices for its exterior material. You want the home’s exterior to reflect your style and the overall design of the home. Have you considered a stone exterior? Stone exteriors have numerous advantages, including their: Appearance:  Stone is a beautiful building material and is available in…

  • Hot Firepits for Cold Days and Nights in Fairfield County

    A cold night often encourages homeowners to get cozy and curl up next to the fireplace to warm up and relax. Have you ever considered taking this rejuvenation outdoors? A firepit is a great way to upgrade your home’s exterior while warming up on a cold Connecticut day. A firepit will: Increase the use of…

  • Ideas for a Dreamy (and Organized) Walk-In Closet

    Picture it. You walk into your closet, turn on the light, and are greeted with a carefully planned and completely organized space. Every sweater, shoe, and suit has its own perfect spot and the closet is an oasis of calm. Fantasy? Maybe. Your future reality? Definitely. You can upgrade and organize your closet by: Creating…