The Irish Times

A lending hand

When it comes to funding home improvements, financing options range from loans to grants and tax breaks

Fri Mar 14 2014 - 10:50

The great outdoors

Don’t forget the garden when it comes to doing a refurb. You don’t need green fingers to create something special

Thu Mar 13 2014 - 19:12

Hot stuff

Any kind of renovation should include energy-saving measures

Thu Mar 13 2014 - 18:46

Soft touch

From floor to ceiling, soft furnishings can tie the style of a room together and add warmth and personality

Thu Mar 13 2014 - 18:42

Keeping it old-school

Kevin Desmond has restored a listed Georgian house, once a finishing school for girls, to its former glory. Period restorations require hard work and expert advice he says

Thu Mar 13 2014 - 17:18

Smart buys

Auction rooms, charity shops and discount stores offer bargains for every aspect of your home improvements

Thu Mar 13 2014 - 16:46

Ten tips before you start your renovation

Enlisting professional help will save you money in the long run and help keep you on budget

Thu Mar 13 2014 - 15:50

Finders keepers

Upcycling bric-a-brac, art and furniture from the vast selection available at markets and online auction sites is an enjoyable way of putting a unique stamp on your personal space

Thu Mar 13 2014 - 15:21