Blackstone Single Family Specifications OUTSTANDING INTERIORS - 9' main floor ceiling - Decora-style light switches and two USB outlets - Gas fireplace - Ceramic tile flooring in foyer, main floor hallway, mudroom and laundry room - 3¼" Vintage Northern Solid Sawn hardwood as per plan - Solid oak handrails, spindles and newel posts - Spindles mounted on standard oak nosing on all hall railings - Main floor den French doors with single clear glass lite in many models - Satin chrome finished doorknobs throughout - Cardel’s trademark large windows for extensive natural light DESIGNER KITCHEN - 2'' cornice molding on upper kitchen cabinets - Walk-in kitchen pantry (in most models) - Workable islands in most models (see plan) - Double stainless steel kitchen sink - Moen Integra chrome single-lever tap with integral sprayer - Shut-off valves under all sinks - Hardwood flooring in kitchen, nook and walk-in pantry - Ceramic tile kitchen backsplash BETTER BATHROOMS - 10 mm frameless glass shower enclosed with white moulded or tile base and tiled walls (in some models) - Drawers in vanity cabinets (in some models) - Moen Chateau Series faucets - Ceramic tile flooring in powder, ensuite and main baths - Ceramic tile to ceiling height (maximum 9') in main bath tub/shower - Shut-off valves under all sinks ENERGY-SAVING DETAILS - All windows include low-e coating and argon gas for improved energy efficiency - Rinnai wall-hung tankless hot water heater in most models (rental unit) - Heat recovery ventilator, min 75% SRE (Sensible Recovery Efficiency) - R-60 attic loose fill insulation - R-12 blanket and R-12 batt insulation - Walls between garage and house include R-5 insulated structural sheathing and - R-22 fibreglass batt insulation - Exterior walls (house) include R-5 insulated structural sheathing and R-22 fibreglass batt insulation - All ductwork is sealed to prevent air leakage - All standard fixtures include CFL lamps - High-efficiency (minimum 96% AFUE) gas furnace - 1 wi-fi programmable thermostat - R-31 insulation between garages and heated rooms above - Spray foam installed on all window and door perimeters DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE - Choice of distinctive exterior elevations - Holiday light soffit plug on exterior with interior switch - Exterior front and rear entry wall satin finish down light - Rough-in ceiling fan wiring for great room or family room with 10' or greater ceilings and vaulted ceilings - 2 LED pot lights at garage - One multi-media outlet - All main and upper floor venting windows are triple-glazed, casement or awning - Large, double-glazed basement windows (including egress window) - 5 LED pot lights in kitchen - Radon-ready rough-in - Gasline for barbecue HIGHER CONSTRUCTION STANDARD - Architectural laminated limited lifetime warranty shingles - Exterior home walls are 2" x 6" at 16" on centre - Interior walls are 2" x 4" at 16" on centre - Engineered flooring system, including engineered 11 7/8" joists @ maximum 19.2" o.c. with 3/4" tongue and groove OSB floor sheeting nailed, glued and screwed to joists - Basement walls are framed with 2" x 4" studs at 24" centre - Bitumen spray on exterior of foundation wall with a dimpled high-density polyethylene membrane installed - Rubberized asphalt eave protection at all roof edges and under all valley flashings CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR LIFE - Experienced professional sales consultants - Professional interior design services - Personalized construction service featuring construction tours - Homeowner’s manual to explain the process - 1-year comprehensive builder’s warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship - TARION 7-year warranty covering major structural defects Blackstone Town Specifications Outstanding Interiors 9' main floor ceiling Ceramic tile flooring in foyer, powder room, all bathrooms, laundry and kitchen 3¼" Vintage Solid Sawn® oak hardwood in living area, hallway and den Solid oak handrails, spindles and newel posts Satin chrome finished doorknobs and towel bars throughout Two-panel swing doors with smooth finish throughout 40 oz 100% nylon stain-protected carpet with 4 lb/9 mm foam underlay Designer Kitchen Island with breakfast bar Kitchen pantry Workable islands in some models 36" cabinets in a selection of finishes Double stainless steel kitchen sink Moen Chateau chrome single-lever tap with sprayer Shut-off valves under all sinks Ceramic tile kitchen backsplash Fridge, stove and dishwasher included as a bonus Better Bathrooms Moen Chateau series faucets Ceramic tile to ceiling height (maximum 9') in main bath tub/shower 10 mil frameless glass shower in ensuite Energy-Saving Details All windows include low-e-coating and argon gas for improved energy efficiency Wall-hung tankless hot water heater (rental unit) Heat recovery ventilator R-60 attic loose fill insulation A combination of R-12 continuous blanket insulation and R-12 batt insulation from basement slab to ceiling Walls between garage and house are R-22 batt insulation and R-32 batt insulation in ceilings Exterior walls are R-22 fibreglass batt insulation Exposed ductwork in the basement is sealed to prevent air leakage Hydronic furnace with ECM motor Programmable thermostat Rental drain-water-heat-recovery unit included in basement (served by two showers where available). Spray foam at all window and door perimeters All standard fixtures include LED bulbs Details That Make a Difference Holiday light soffit plug on exterior with interior switch Light at garage Main and upper floor casement venting windows One 51" x 32" basement window (suitable for bedroom egress) Electrical outlet and bell wire rough-in for garage door opener or awning Decora interior switches and plugs Sod to front, side and back yard Trees as per developer/municipal guidelines Higher Construction Standards Architectural laminated lifetime warranty shingles Exterior home walls are 2" x 6" at 16" on centre Interior walls are 2" x 4" at 16" on centre Engineered flooring system, including engineered 11?" joists @ maximum 19.2" o.c with ¾" tongue and groove OSB floor sheeting nailed, glued and screwed to joists Basement walls are framed with 2" x 4" studs at 16" centres Bitumen spray on exterior of foundation wall with Platon or Delta MS system membrane installed Footings 20" wide x 6" deep, 20 mpa type 10 concrete Asphalt driveways Customer Service for Life Experienced professional sales consultants Professional interior design services Homeowner’s manual to explain the process One year comprehensive builder’s warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship TARION 7-year warranty covering major structural defects
