Materials

Renovation Cost Guides

Modern Flooring Options & How Much They Cost

A cost breakdown on wood flooring materials and labor.

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Ideas & Inspiration

A Material to Watch: Concrete

It’s versatile, durable, and looks good too

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Bathrooms

A Couple Divides (and Conquers) a Bathroom Reno

One handled the budget, and the other, design

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Renovation Conversations

Q&A with Jean: How Much Time Should I Spend Selecting and Ordering Materials?

How much time should I spend selecting and ordering materials?

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Renovation Conversations

Q&A with Jean: Why Is Renovating in New York City So Expensive?

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Process & Planning

How to Prepare for a Bid Before a Renovation

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Renovation Materials 101

Natural Stone Boosts the Luxe Factor in the Bath

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Advice & FAQs

Sounds of Silence: Soundproofing Your Home, from Acoustic Panels to Insulation

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Ideas & Inspiration

5 Ways to Care for Your Renovated Home

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Ideas & Inspiration

Your Horoscope This Spring: Renovation Edition

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