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  • The Art of Laying Hardwood Floors

    Hardwood floors look elegant and sophisticated in your home, but installing them requires careful attention to detail. At Country Club Homes, we recommend paying careful attention when choosing subfloor and hardwood flooring materials.
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    Choosing Sub-floor Materials

    • Plywood sub-floors are common in new construction, but you must be sure to choose the right thickness. As joist spacing increases, you need a thicker sub-floor.
    • Particleboard is never a good choice as a sub-floor for your hardwood construction. It’s not sturdy enough to support the fasteners.
    • If your floor is currently constructed from solid wood, the easiest option may be to install the new floor directly on top of the old one. If using very thin flooring, you may need to install plywood on top of the old wood to prevent warping.

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    Choosing Flooring Materials

    • Natural wood has a classic look, but you do have to give it time to adjust to the moisture levels in your home before installing it to prevent bowing.
    • Engineered wood is less moisture sensitive, and gives your home a modern, sophisticated appeal.

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  • Make it Crafty: A Custom Craft Room in Your Home

    Whether you’re creating paper pumpkins and bats for a Halloween party this weekend or daydreaming about crafting in a dedicated space throughout the year, here are some tips for creating the perfect craft room in your home. Plan Your Space: Your craft room should be designed to accommodate the tasks you will spend the most…

  • Green & Energy Efficient Building

    There are a myriad of decisions to make when deciding on “green” products and systems for your home. For some, it means taking advantage of everything out there, and making sure that the process has been coordinated to result in the best end product with the smallest footprint on our planet. For others, it may…

  • Sweet Dreams: Elements of a Restful Master Bedroom

    A bedroom that invites peaceful relaxation creates a better quality of life. A good night’s sleep promotes mental and physical health. Keep the following in mind when considering your bedroom remodel and sweet dreams will be yours!   Color: Warm earth tones such as coppers, creams and tans are best for creating a cozy atmosphere. Soft,…

  • Mirror, Mirror on the Wall: Powder Room Reflections

    In a small space like a powder room, the mirror makes a strong impression. This important design element is often the first thing and the last thing a visitor sees. The right mirror can make your powder room feel larger and establish a stylish focal point in the room.   Get creative and experiment with…