Should Wiring and Plumbing Be Checked Before Walls Are Renewed?
Wiring and plumbing should be checked before walls are renewed; every channel cut afterwards spoils the paint and wallpa…
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How Long Does an Italian Paint Application Take?
One wall usually takes 1 to 3 days depending on the technique. Surface preparation and drying between coats decide the t…
Which Jobs Cause the Most Extra Cost in a Home Renovation?
Extra cost mostly appears after strip-out: old pipework, poor plaster and screed, damp. The second big cause is decision…
Why Is a Survey Carried Out Before a Renovation?
In a survey the home is measured and the walls, floors and services are examined. A price given by phone is a guess; a w…
Can Italian Paint Be Used in a Kitchen?
Italian paint suits kitchen walls. A wipeable protective coat is advised above the worktop and a glass panel behind the …
What Must Be Checked When Renovating an Old Home?
In an old home the hidden things are checked first: wiring, water pipes, drains, damp, plaster, windows and doors, and f…
How Long Does a Home Renovation Take on Average?
A cosmetic refresh takes a few days; a full apartment renovation can take 3 to 6 weeks. Scope, drying times and made-to-…
Does Glass Textile Wallcovering Hide Cracks?
Glass textile covers hairline cracks and stops them coming back. Which cracks it solves and which it cannot.…
Is It Possible to Live at Home During a Renovation?
You can live at home during small jobs; for major renovations with demolition, services and new floors, moving out is ad…
In What Order Should a Full Home Renovation Be Done?
A full renovation moves from rough to fine and from top to bottom: it starts with strip-out and services and ends with f…
In a Home Renovation, What Comes First: Paint, Floor or Kitchen?
First the rough work in kitchen and bathroom, then the first coats of paint, then units and flooring, and the final coat…
Where Should You Start a Home Renovation?
A renovation starts with a list of needs: first write what will be done, then settle the budget, survey, priorities and …