Renovations
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Kitchen renovation order: the step-by-step sequence
The right order for a kitchen renovation, from planning and demolition to rough-in, linings, cabinets, benchtops, splashback and final fit-off, so trades don’t clash.
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Asbestos awareness for renovators: what to check before you start
Asbestos awareness for renovators and tradies: where it hides in older homes, how to check before you cut or drill, when you need a licensed removalist and what to do…
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Bathroom extractor fans: choosing, placing and ducting them
How to choose, place and duct a bathroom extractor fan so it actually clears steam: fan types, airflow, duct runs, venting outside, controls and common mistakes.
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How to price a kitchen renovation
How to price a kitchen renovation (remodel): cabinets, benchtops, labour, subbies, allowances and contingency. For builders in any English-speaking country.
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Planning a bathroom layout that works
A good bathroom layout starts with the drains, not the tiles. How to work around fixed points, leave enough space, place the shower, vanity, fan and lights, and sketch it…
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How to price a bathroom renovation without losing money
How to price a bathroom renovation (remodel) without losing money: labour, materials, overheads, hidden damage and margin. For tradies in NZ, AU, UK, US, Canada.