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Renovation tips

Practical guides for planning a bathroom or apartment renovation.

Bathroom walls during waterproofing and tiling

Waterproofing: the most important layer in a bathroom

You can't see waterproofing in a finished bathroom, but it's what prevents water damage and mould. Here's how it's done and what to look out for.

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Glass-walled shower with sage-green tiles

Walk-in shower or bathtub: which to choose?

Many people face the same question before a bathroom renovation: keep the bathtub or build a level-access shower? We compare the pros and cons.

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Renovated bathroom with large grey tiles

Bathroom renovation in a panel building: what to consider

Bathrooms in panel buildings are small and often combined with the toilet. Here's what's worth knowing before you renovate.

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Tradesman in a bathroom during renovation work

How to choose a renovation company: 8 things to check

Choosing the right renovation company saves money and stress. Here are eight things to check before signing a contract.

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Stripped room during a renovation

When do you need the apartment association's permission to renovate?

Most renovation work in an apartment doesn't need the association's permission, but some changes do. Here's when to talk to your association first.

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Distribution board with circuit breakers and wires

When should you replace an apartment's old wiring?

In older apartments the wiring is often decades old. When is it time to replace it, and why is it best done together with a renovation?

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Grey handleless kitchen with a black sink and tap

Kitchen renovation: how to plan a practical kitchen

A good kitchen starts with planning, not with choosing units. Tips for making a kitchen that's easy to use every day.

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Bright living room with herringbone parquet and a dining table

A refresh before selling or renting out your apartment

You don't always need a big renovation before selling or renting out. A well-chosen refresh helps the apartment sell faster and for more.

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Sauna with a glass door and lit benches

Sauna renovation: when is a refresh enough and when do you need a new sauna?

An old sauna doesn't always need rebuilding from scratch. We explain when sanding and new benches are enough, and when a full renovation is needed.

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Painting work during a renovation

How to live at home during a renovation

Not everyone can move out during a renovation. Practical tips for fitting the renovation around everyday life.

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Renovated bathroom on Gerbera tee

Bathroom renovation step by step: what to expect

A bathroom renovation is one of the most complex jobs in a home. Here are the stages it consists of and what happens at each one.

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Bright renovated living room

Apartment renovation: where to start?

Bought an older apartment or want to thoroughly renovate your home? Here's how to plan a full renovation.

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Modern kitchen

Renovation financing: renovate now, pay in instalments

Your renovation doesn't have to wait until you've saved up the full amount. Here's what renovation financing is and who it suits.

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Finished bathroom on Õismäe tee: vanity unit, mirror and towel rail

How much does a bathroom renovation cost?

The price of a bathroom renovation depends on several things. Here's what the price is made of, what makes it more expensive and where you can sensibly save.

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Finished bathroom in Randvere: wooden vanity unit and illuminated mirror

How long does a bathroom renovation take?

A bathroom renovation usually takes two to four weeks. Here's where the time goes and what can make it take longer.

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Bathroom tiling: light wall tiles and patterned floor tiles

How to choose bathroom tiles?

Tiles give the bathroom its look. Here's how to choose tile size, finish and colour so the bathroom is both beautiful and safe.

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Bathroom walls after removing the old tiles

Mould in the bathroom: why it appears and what to do

Black spots in the grout and on the ceiling are a common bathroom problem. Here's where mould comes from, what you can do yourself and when a renovation is needed.

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Bathroom floor during tiling with a drain in the middle

Bathroom underfloor heating: electric or water?

A warm floor is one of the nicest comforts in a bathroom. We compare electric and water underfloor heating and explain which suits an apartment and which a house.

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Bright room in a renovated apartment

Apartment renovation cost: what does it depend on?

Many people ask for the price of an apartment renovation per square metre. Here's why one number isn't enough and what the price is really made of.

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Wooden deck next to a house

Decking: larch, composite or treated wood?

The decking material decides how long it lasts and how much care it needs. We compare the three most common choices.

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Electric car charger on a house wall

Home EV charger: what you need to know

Charging at home is more convenient and cheaper than public charging. Here's what you need for installation and what to check first.

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Renovated private house

Do you need a building permit to renovate a house?

Ordinary interior renovation needs no permit, but some work must be reported to the municipality. Here's when and how.

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Facade of a private house

Facade insulation: when is it worth it and what does it give?

An insulated facade keeps the house warm in winter and cuts heating costs. Here's when insulation pays off and what the options are.

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