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  • Stay Warm and Cozy This Winter with Heated Floors

    Heated floors are such a fabulous addition to any home, especially now that winter is fast approaching. The two most popular methods of installation are electric radiant heat and hydronic heat. Here are some ways to distinguish between these two methods:

    Electric Radiant Heat

    This is a less expensive and easier to install version, in which thin electrical heating cables are interlaced on mesh mats and then pressed between sheets of thinset before the primary flooring material is installed. Porcelain or ceramic tile, stone or concrete are the best conduits; wood (unless engineered flooring) is discouraged. A separate thermostat controls the temperature settings and programmable units are available and often used in bathrooms and kitchens. This type of radiant heat is typically supplemental to another heating system.

    Heated Tile Flooring
    Source: Houzz

    Hydronic Heat

    Hydronic Heat uses a network of closed loop tubing running under the flooring and then back to a water source. Generally, a dedicated boiler or hot water heater, is the basis of a hydronic heating system which pushes water heated to a temperature of 100 to 120 degrees through the tubing. This heavy duty tubing is held in place by a thin layer of concrete and then covered with the flooring material of your choice. Hydronic floor heat is also controlled by a separate thermostat and is considered the most energy efficient of the two choices.  This type of radiant heat is often designed to be the sole source of heat in a home, although it can also be used as a supplement in a master bedroom suite, as an example.

    Warm Up your Dining Room with Heated Floors
    Source: Jean Longpré (via Houzz)

    For more information on the latest trends in flooring and radiant heat systems please contact the professionals at Country Club Homes, Inc. today.

  • Tips When Hiring A Builder

    Whether a project is large or small, short-term or long, there are a few steps that should be taken before hiring your Builder. Investing a little extra time before the project starts can save you lots of headaches and expense down the road. There are five principle areas to look into before you make the…

  • August New England Home Style of the Month: Italianate

    The Italianate architectural style began in England in the early 1800’s as a reaction to the formal architectural styles of the 1700’s. It was inspired by rural Italian farmhouses that featured classic masonry techniques, square towers, and informal details. This style spread to the United States by the 1830’s and was popular throughout our growing…

  • Kitchen Cabinet Trends to Incorporate in Your New England Home

    Cabinetry is one of the most prominent parts of a kitchen and it should be designed with both form and function in mind. Your cabinets should look great while meeting all of your practical storage needs. Our favorite trends to incorporate in your New England kitchen include: Charging cabinets – Today’s homeowners likely have multiple mobile devices that…

  • You Can Expect More From Your Deck Design

    During the last two decades the residential deck has undergone an amazing transformation. What used to be a simple wooden structure has become an extension of a home’s living spaces, featuring elements such as outdoor kitchens, tiered levels, and exquisite decorating. At Country Club Homes we understand the evolving influence of deck design and always begin the…