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  • Know the Maintenance Involved Before Signing Off on Butcher Block Counters

    A butcher block countertop is an ideal surface for a traditional kitchen. The wood surface is durable and adds a rustic touch to your home decor. Before you install butcher block countertops it’s helpful to be fully aware of their required maintenance.

    Keep your butcher block looking great by:

      • Keeping it Clean: Keeping the butcher block clean is essential for safe cooking practices and overall home hygiene. Always keep a bottle of undiluted white vinegar handy to use in cleaning up common spills. This will keep kitchen bacteria such as salmonella and E. coli at bay.


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      • Promptly Removing Stains: Don’t fret over stains to your butcher block. Instead, work to promptly remove them using a proven method such as lemon juice, baking soda, bleach, scraping, or sanding.


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    • Maintaining the Finish: Classic butcher block finishes, such as mineral oil and tung oil, will wear off over time and require reapplication. Give yourself plenty of time to ensure the oil application is done properly. Let the oil sit on the counter for 15 to 20 minutes and then reapply it to allow for even distribution.

    To learn more about current kitchen design trends contact our team of professionals at Country Club Homes.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Design a Luxurious Pantry So You Won’t Want to Eat Out

    Yes, a pantry’s main function is to store food, drinks, and cooking essentials. But it can really be so much more.  A few strategic upgrades and you could be enjoying a luxurious pantry that will entice you to eat in. If you’re ready to customize your home’s pantry you should consider adding: Custom lighting- Finding things in a…

  • Custom Build-to-Suit Home For Sale in the Heart of New Canaan, CT

    Location, location, location. Isn’t that what you always hear when it comes to purchasing a home? Well, Country Club Homes, Inc. is offering a custom build-to-suit home in the perfect location. This custom home is located within walking distance to town, schools and parks in one of the best real estate sales towns in Fairfield County.  “A…

  • What’s Your Reason for Remodeling?

    A recent survey by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) asked about homeowners’ reasons for remodeling. There was a range of responses, indicating that there are many different motivations for undergoing a home remodel. The top five responses were: Desire for improved or new amenities- This is the number one reason for which people report wanting…

  • Include a Home Gym to Encourage Healthy Habits in Your Dream House

    What’s your favorite workout? A run on the treadmill? Pumping iron? No matter how you prefer to work out, a home gym is a great way to make sure you reach your healthiest potential. We recommend that your home gym include: Mirrors- Having full length mirrors in a home gym allows you to check your form for…