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  • The Draw of Beautiful Solid Hardwood Floors

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    No other element of a house exudes warmth and traditional style quite like a hardwood floor. Just entering a room with a rich, earth-toned foundation is enough to make you feel at home, isn’t it?

    But like many elements in home design, the looks are just the beginning. Hardwood floors have become the preferred option over other floor coverings, and here are a few reasons why:

    • Durability – Hardwood floors can take a lot of wear and tear as long as basic steps are taken regularly to protect them from moisture and scratching. 
    • Longevity – Authentic wood floors can last hundreds of years if maintained properly. And even for hardwood floors that suffer from scratches, dents and other damages, they can easily be repaired and renewed with a little sanding and refinishing.
    • Value – While the wood species you choose (like pine, walnut or bamboo) will directly affect how much your flooring will cost, any upgrade to hardwood will add value to your home.
    • Eco-Friendliness – All wood is a sustainable resource and hardwood flooring takes much less energy to manufacture than other types. What’s even more beneficial is when your wood floors are either collected from a local lumber yard (which cuts down on transportation) or if the floors are made using reclaimed or recycled wood.

    If you are considering the addition of a hardwood floor to your Fairfield County home, contact the professionals at Country Club Homes, Inc. We can be reached online at  www.countryclubhomesinc.com or directly at 203-762-0550.

  • A Cool Basement Solution to Inspire Your Own Home Design

    Millions of homes across the country have basements, but few have a basement as functional as this indoor/outdoor design found in Washington State. These homeowners envisioned a space where its difficult to determine where the outside ends and where the inside begins. There are several details from this basement that you could use to inspire…

  • Think Outside the Box Shaped Room and Let in More Light

    In custom home design its important to think outside of the box. We suggest getting creative with room shapes and home layout instead of relying on box-shaped rooms. A simple shift away from the standard square room allows more light to pour into the room and helps create an airy feel. At Country Club Homes we understand…

  • May New England Home Style of the Month: Federal

    The Federal architectural style is truly American and represents the Federal era of 1780 to 1830 in the United States. This was a time of new beginnings and the birth of a nation. Hallmarks of the Federal style include symmetry, balance, and the lack of adornments. There are many classic Federal buildings still in use across the country…

  • Add Layers of Interest to a Large Space With Clever “Mini Rooms”

    One of the hottest trends in home remodeling is creating mini-rooms within larger spaces. There are a variety of reasons for wanting to add a mini-room including privacy, visual interest, and an innovative use of space. If you are interested in a mini-room consider adding it to your: Playroom – Playrooms are all about whimsy and fun and a great way to elevate…