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  • The Studs of Construction: Understanding the Lumber in Your Home

    You’ve encountered the studs of construction before: You measure and mark the walls to hang a piece of artwork. The first nail goes in easy-breezy, the second one nearly jars the teeth out of your head as you pound it in. That’s a stud.

    Homes in Fairfield County and around the country are usually framed using the same materials – predominantly by the famous 2-by-4, or “two-by.” In truth, this sturdy lumber measures two-inches by 4-inches when first milled. Once dry, the two-by becomes more of a 1.5-by-3.5.

    These studs of construction are incredibly strong, which is why they’re used to frame homes constructed with wood. They can handle a considerable amount of pressure and, once sheathed by plywood, they become resilient to side-by-side forces as well.

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    There are multiple benefits to building your home with wood:

    • Wood is a renewable resource when harvested from responsibly managed forests.
    • It is also a great insulator and can withstand high winds and water damage. As an insulator, wood is 15 times better than masonry, 400 times better than steel, and 1,700 times better than aluminum.
    • Cost effectiveness: Wood framing is the most inexpensive way to build a home because it can be easily modified and adjusted for changes during the building process.
    • Longevity: Wood-framed houses have stood the test of time for centuries because of wood’s flexibility.

    To learn more about the best construction materials for your new construction or remodeling project, contact the professionals at Country Club Homes, Inc. at 203-762-0550 or visit their website.

  • Plan Out a Laundry Room You’ll Want to Use

    Even if you hate doing the laundry you deserve a luxurious laundry room! Gone are the days that the laundry room was an overlooked space or relegated to a small closet. Today’s laundry rooms feature beautiful design elements and creative interpretations of a functional space. When designing your custom laundry room you’ll want to pay particular attention to:…

  • Different Permit Considerations for Green Building

    As you are planning which green home building amenities to include in your new custom home it’s important to note that there may be different permitting requirements. Understanding these permit considerations before you begin keeps construction on track and helps avoid delays caused by improper permitting. Permitting requirements will vary based on the locality in…

  • Add the Luxury of a Bedroom Balcony to Your Home

    There’s an exciting new trend in bedroom design, and it’s one that will help connect you with the outdoors — balconies. Yes, bedroom balconies are becoming increasingly popular, and we love the luxurious, getaway-style element that they add to homes. Keep these examples in mind while exploring ways to add a balcony to your bedroom:…

  • Should You Find the Space for an Accessory Dwelling Unit?

    An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is a self-contained additional structure on a property, located either within or adjacent to a traditional house. These structures serve many purposes, including home offices, in-law quarters, or studio spaces. An ADU may be the perfect solution to meet a need of additional space at your home. Before you begin planning…