Replacing your flooring at home? Here, Sweeten reviews modern flooring options and their costs, so you can plan and pick wisely! “After” photos by Lena Yaremenko for Sweeten Renovating can be a big undertaking, and if your project involves an entire home, flooring is an important piece of the puzzle that unites the space. But when […]
It’s versatile, durable, and looks good too In renovation and design, there’s always a “hot” material or finish that somehow seems to be on everyone’s Instagram—and in everyone’s home. Right now, cement is having its moment, and while it may be trendy, the oft behind-the-scenes material is a timeless choice too. These renovators, who came […]
One handled the budget; the other, the design Project: Refresh an old and outdated bathroom Before: Penny, a product manager for a financial firm, and Kevin, a puppeteer with the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre, and their son, have lived in their over 100-year-old-plus co-op building for five years. They’ve been remodeling the Sunset Park, Brooklyn, […]
Sweeten’s Founder + CEO Answers Your Renovation Questions Welcome to #10 in our series, designed to bring clarity to some of the mysteries of renovating! Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or a serial renovator, each project brings with it a new set of circumstances and new questions, and Sweeten is here to be a source […]
Sweeten’s Founder + CEO Answers Your Renovation Questions Welcome to #2 in our series, Q&A with Jean, in which I hope to bring clarity to some of the mysteries of renovating. We hear your questions every day and work happily to bring you answers through our team and blog. Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or a serial renovator, […]
A primer on the key components and details needed to secure accurate bids for your project from general contractors When embarking on a home renovation project, getting bids from several general contractors will be one of your first tasks. To ensure you get accurate bids from those professionals, Sweeten, a free service matching homeowners with […]
Whether granite slabs or a full-on marble bathroom, natural stone offers durability, resistance to bacteria, and the flexibility to match every style Laura and Peter’s bathroom features floor-to-ceiling marble, including radiant heat flooring When it comes to the bathroom, nothing says luxury like real stone. Covering a wide price range, it makes it an easy go-to when […]
Soundproofing walls and windows add a layer of acoustic luxury (Above) Deniz and Ramon’s soundproofed apartment in Brooklyn Chances are, if you live in New York City, you’re used to the hustle and bustle of busy streets and vertical living. You’ve learned to sleep through that early morning garbage pick-up, and don’t even notice your […]
Here’s how to keep key materials—from countertops to appliances—performing at tip top As your home renovation draws to a close, you may experience feelings of relief and joy at the transformation from the old to the new. Decisions on materials turned out to be good choices, and daily life is now blending and flowing around […]
Feeling stuck in your renovation? Look to the stars for inspiration If your home needs a renovation, and you’re not sure where to start, why not consult the celestial bodies for some answers? Whether your sign is connected to fire, water, earth or air, each element leans toward certain colors, styles, or texture preferences. In […]
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