Bathrooms are undoubtedly one of the most rewarding spaces to renovate in your home. Bringing a dated 1970s-style bathroom into the modern day can be a truly transformative experience. With a few strategic upgrades and design choices, you can turn your old-fashioned washroom into a stylish oasis that perfectly blends…
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Join Me for 30 Days of Insider Tips and Tricks
A couple of weeks ago I started 30 days of reno tips. I’m currently at DAY 17. I’ve been sharing daily updates, advice, and tricks on everything you need to know about home renovations. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or hiring a contractor, these tips will come in handy. So,…
Reno tips & How to Airbnb
I’ve been doing a lot of planning and writing behind the scenes lately, even when I’ve been trying to get through endless renos myself. Argh. Over the last 18 months I’ve done 2 houses. That’s 2 kitchens, 2 laundries, 3 bathrooms, 6 bedrooms, 4 living areas, a bar, endless exteriors…
3 Ways To Manage Your Budget During A Renovation
Are you tired of feeling stuck in a situation where you can’t afford to pay for the completion of a renovation project? Or perhaps you’ve run out of funds to finish your kitchen splashback? Don’t worry, today I’m discussing how to effectively manage your budget during a renovation project. I…
26 ways to renovate your house with no money
Are you looking to renovate your home but don’t have the budget for a full-scale remodel? Don’t worry, there are plenty of ways to give your home a fresh new look without spending a lot of money. From simple decluttering and reorganising to adding plants and rearranging furniture, there are…
Before & After Living Room
I just love the feeling of accomplishment that comes with completing a DIY renovation project. There’s nothing quite like taking a space that’s in need of a little TLC and turning it into something beautiful and functional. Whether it’s a simple paint job or a full room re-do, the process…
A tiny ensuite BEFORE + AFTER
The last BIG reno job is finally done at my house – this tiny ensuite. Imagine it’s the size of a caravan haha! Yes it’s that little. It measures 880mm x2700. It cost me $4,200 start to finish. The challenge was trying to find products to fit. I had to…
How to Get a Clear Renovating Vision
If you’re looking to renovate your house, you’ve probably already discovered that it’s not always easy to envision what the space could look like. If you’ve got a great vision in your head, then good for you! But if not, don’t despair because we’ve got some tips and tricks that…
RENO RULES online learning guide
Got an itch to renovate? Starting a reno but just have no idea what to tackle and how to make it all come together? Have you always wanted to renovate and don’t know where to start? No idea on budget? How to buy in a hot market, or what costs…
20 DIY Ways to Cut Costs in a Reno
Renovating a house doesn’t have to be left to the pros. Of course anything licensed like electrical, plumbing, gas and waterproofing, must be done by those licensed trades. But you’d be surprised how many ways you can cut costs to your renovation by doing it yourself. Here are just some…
DIY you can do
Demolition One of the best parts of renovating but also the messiest is the demolition. It’s the fun part that enables you to take out all your stress for the day by smashing some tiles or ripping up carpet. There is no reason as to why you can’t complete 90%…
A reno update
It’s been a wild 18 months. If you follow along often you’ll know that I’ve had some big changes… anyway, that’s not what I’m here for today because I wanted to give you an update on where I’m at with the renovations! Early this year I finished a reno on…