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10 cost-effective garage conversion ideas – Real Examples
Get the most out of your investment with these 10 amazing ideas for garage conversions. Garages are seriously underrated, there is so much potential in these otherwise dumping grounds!
HOWDENS VS IKEA: Why we turned down an IKEA kitchen for Howdens
Discover why we chose Howdens Kitchens over IKEA in our comprehensive comparison, including factors like quality, design, price, and installation process.
10 Clever Ideas For Chimney Breasts and Alcoves
If you’re looking for chimney breast or alcove ideas then you’ve come to the right place! Here’s a list of my favourite ways to decorate chimney breasts and alcoves, plus how I’ve decorated mine!
Rosalyn's Loft Conversion En Suite Renovation Before & After! | Reno Club Spotlight
Discover the secrets behind Rosalyn's jaw-dropping renovation that will leave you wanting to tackle your own project.
How to plan your kitchen – with ZERO regrets
Planning a kitchen is such a huge investment you don’t want to get wrong. Find the answers to these questions and you’ll ensure your kitchen planning is a success…
Do I Need Planning Permission For An Extension?
Maximize your home's potential with a well-planned extension. Learn all about planning permission in our comprehensive guide.
Creating a Side Extension: The Step by Step Guide
Exciting times ahead, you’re planning a side extension! Take it from us, side extensions can be an excellent way to create those needed extra rooms and a larger open plan floor space. Here’s how to prepare for the renovation ahead of time.
Knocking down an internal wall - what to think about
Thinking of opening up your layout? Knocking down an internal wall can completely change a space, bring in light and create interesting volumes. Outdated layouts often don’t allow for our contemporary flexible sociable lifestyles which is why many home renovators choose to go through this process. But before you ask your builder to knock down a wall here’s everything you should think about, from design and technical consideration to what it might cost to knock down a load bearing wall.
Rear Extensions: The Ultimate Guide
Everything you need to know before beginning a rear extension project. From the costs, to finding the right people. Let’s go!
Stay Warm & Save Money: Guide to Alternative Heating Systems
Save money and reduce your carbon footprint with an alternative heating system. Our beginner's guide makes it easy to choose the right option for your home.
How to keep under your house’s ceiling price
It may feel like throwing cold water over your dream renovation, but being sensible about your house’s ceiling price, and the value you can realistically add is key to finding the sweet spot between dreamy home and future investment.
Looking for Benchmarx kitchen price list? This is why you can't find one
If you’re having trouble finding prices for Benchmarx kitchen, you won’t find them online. But, we can help you to understanding why and fill you in on the process to get your own quote.
An Expert Architect's Ultimate Guide to Underpinning
Discover the ultimate guide to underpinning your home! Dive into methods, tips, and expert advice to solve subsidence issues and secure your home's foundations. 🏠💪🛠️
10 beautiful and achievable kitchen extension ideas
Whether you’re looking for kitchen extension ideas yourself or just want to see some of the most beautiful real homes in the UK for inspiration, look no further!
Am I dreaming?! Our latest renovation project | The cottage renovation of dreams
Did I manifest this…? 😱
Build over agreements: A newbie's guide
We recently had some discussion in the Reno Club about build over agreements. Build over agreements isn’t the most common topic that’s discussed when planning for a house renovation or extension, but they are an important consideration at the beginning so that it doesn’t negatively impact your plans!
How to renovate in the cost of living crisis
With the cost of our day-to-day lives going through the roof, check out these savvy ways to save on your next renovation project.
How Much Does it Cost for a Kitchen Renovation - Plus Labour?
We help you understand what the true cost for a kitchen renovation is and highlight some of the variables that can change the price with tips on how to control your costs.
How to renovate a house remotely – a few handy tips
If you’re about to embark on the slightly hands-off approach of a remote renovation, here’s everything you need to know…
How to find a builder – minus the cowboys
Just starting out on your renovation journey? Unless you’re going down the fully self-built route, you’re probably going to need help with builders here and there. Here’s our guide to finding the best.