When planning a new home addition, you’ll need building materials that match your home’s original structure. At Butler County Lumber Co in Hamilton, OH, they have an excellent range of building supplies for any new house construction project. Plus, you can discuss your add-on with their qualified staff, who will help you choose the best construction materials needed to complete your design.

While building materials can vary from one home addition project to the next, there are basic materials every add-on will require. These include:

• Lumber: You will need different sheet sizes of plywood for the subfloor and exterior walls of your room. For the wall studs, ceiling joists, and floor joists, you will require lumber in different lengths and widths.
• Drywall & Drywall Screws & Tape: The size of your drywall can vary depending on the number of windows and doors you plan on adding to the room. For example, a 12 by 12 room with no doors and windows would require 17 sheets of 4-foot-by-8-foot drywall — 12 for the walls and five for the ceiling. The same size room would require 1,415 drywall screws (650 for the walls and 765 for the ceiling) and 200 feet of drywall tape.
• Wall Finishes: There are numerous ways you could finish the walls of your new home addition: paint, wallpaper, crown molding, switch plates, and/or outlet covers. It really all depends on your personal preference and electrical needs.
• Flooring: After the walls are up and finished, it’s time to put down your flooring. Whether you go with hardwood, laminate, or tile really depends on your personal taste. However, what you plan on using the room for could also dictate which type of flooring you should choose. Carpet, for example, should not be placed in any room with water access, as mold and mildew could form.

If you’re thinking about adding a new addition to your home and need help choosing the right building materials, stop by Butler County Lumber Co to speak with one of their team members today. You can also call (513) 896-6660 or visit them online to learn more about which building supplies would best serve your new house construction project. To connect more, find the company on Facebook.