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March, 14

Renovations

Entrances usually struggle with two things: nowhere to sit while putting on shoes, and nowhere to hide the random bits that gather there – scarves, bags, sports gear, dog leashes. A storage bench tackles both at once. The top gives you a comfortable place to sit when you’re tying laces...

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How can talking to previous clients of your contractor reduce renovation stress later?

A contractor’s portfolio shows you what they want you to see. Previous clients tell you what actually happened between the before and after photos. By...

Why might it be wiser to upgrade electrical wiring before spending money on fancy lights and switches?

Beautiful lights and designer switches are tempting, but they’re only as reliable as the wiring behind them. Old, overloaded or poorly installed wiring can...

How can doing a walk-through with blue tape help you point out finishing issues at the end of the project?

When work is “almost finished,” it’s easy to miss small defects during a quick look. Your eyes jump around and everything blurs together: tiny...

What advantage is there in asking for a detailed timeline broken into stages before signing a renovation contract?

“Project will take three months” sounds simple on paper, but those three months can either be smooth or chaotic depending on planning. When you...

How can collecting photos of homes you dislike be as useful as saving ones you like before renovating?

Most people save inspiration images of rooms they love: Pinterest boards, Instagram saves, screenshots. That’s helpful, but knowing what you don’t like is just...

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