5) Hardwood flooring sounds better If you've ever walked over a floating laminate flooring system you'll hear a muffled echo sound, which is one of few downsides of laminate floor systems. With proper installation of solid hardwood floors, you will not have this distracting hollow noise. Hollow sounds and vibrations are not an issue with hardwood floors - and this is actually one of "good feelings" people can literally sense with real hardwood floors.

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Most importantly, if you hire someone to contract building of your home, take an active role, compare material cost, foundation, framing, electrical, plumming etc. You'll be surprised at savings. Also, consider whether your willing to do any of work yourself. Something as simple as doing your own painting could save you enough to have that pool, you may not have otherwise afforded.

Talk to everyone you know that has built a home. Most will tell you, if they had it to do over, they would have done things differently. There's no need to hurry, a well though out plan is crutial. After all, you're building your dream home.

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Charles & Lisa French offer home decorating advice and information for decorating your country home.