Country Club Homes, Inc. Logo

Some Ideas to Consider …

  • 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.
    hardwood floor design ideas
    Traditional Kitchen by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country Club Homes via Houzz

    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.

      benefits of hardwood flooring
      Source: Country Club Homes

    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.

    hardwood floor design ideas
    Transitional Entry by Wilton Design-Build Firms Country Club Homes via Houzz
    Are you looking for more home construction tips? Contact Country Club Homes, Connecticut’s leader in remodeling and custom builds.  Call us at 203-762-0550 or visit us at www.countryclubhomesinc.com.

  • Adding Wood Flooring? Here’s How to Prepare Your Home for Demolition

    Adding new wood flooring to your home’s floors is an excellent way to revive a space, add visual interest or increase your home’s resale value. A simple wood floor installation can change the entire look of a room. Before work begins, there are several things you should do to prepare: Sound sub-floor.  New wood flooring should be laid on a clean, smooth,…

  • Prepare for Your New Countertop Installation with These Tips

    Most kitchen renovations involve replacing countertops throughout the space. Because the countertops are a focal point of the room’s design, the installation must go smoothly. Before the installation begins there are several things that should be done to prepare. Make sure to: Choose a suitable material. There are a wide variety of countertop materials to choose from. Do…

  • Turn Your Master Closet Into a Hidden Retreat

    Its time to elevate the closet! In your home, the master closet should obviously serve as a space to hold your clothes, shoes, and accessories, but it can be so much more. Transforming your master closet into a hidden retreat simply requires a shift in perspective and a few functional upgrades. Consider adding: Natural light. Adding…

  • Building Up: Add an Additional Story to Your Home or Guest House

    When investigating home remodeling ideas, you may have realized that adding an additional story is a great way to increase square footage. There are important structural and design considerations to make when adding a second story to your home. Before work begins, talk to your contractor about: Design cohesion. A second story addition should look like it…