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Planning a kitchen renovation? Your kitchen remodel costs will depend on size, finish level, scope, and services needed How much should you budget for your kitchen remodel? Here’s how to make a rough prediction of kitchen remodeling costs, using national averages . The main variables are: Size of your kitchen, typically determined by square footage, and other factors like the number of linear feet of cabinets and countertops you need. Finish level — from budget to luxury, of all the materials, fixtures and finishes for your renovation.  Scope — Are you just replacing fixtures and finishes? Are you changing the floor plan, including moving walls and utilities? Are you adding a new kitchen, or moving your kitchen to a different part of the house? Services — Do you just need construction work? Do you need professional design or architecture services?  We’ll discuss these variables below, but for now let’s sta

Bathroom design ideas—including the trending neutral color and finishes ( Above ) Renovation by Sweeten homeowners Ylia + Andre with unique decorative hooks Homeowners looking for bathroom design ideas are pulling inspiration from style-forward boutique hotels as well as nature.  These are two of many trends identified in the latest annual National Kitchen & Bath Association report. Sweeten reports on their in-depth look at the latest trends from a survey of over 700 designers, architects, contractors, and showroom managers. Sweeten matches home renovation projects with vetted general contractors, offering advice, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection—for free. 2022 bathroom designs For several years, white and gray have been the central colors to bathroom design. However, homeowners are now leaning towards a more organic style. The colors of natural mat

A bright open kitchen remodel and more natural light gave this family good reason to stay in their 16-year home “After” photos by Joe Hernandez for Sweeten Homeowners: Griselle Salgado and family found their general contractor by posting their whole-home renovation on Sweeten Where: South Arlington, Texas Primary renovation: A grand opening of the main floor, including a kitchen remodel, surface upgrades, and lots of new windows, along with a master bath redo Sweeten general contractor Homeowner’s quote: “ During the project, Sweeten kept in contact with us via email, offering personal assistance if we needed it. Thankfully, we managed all the project challenges, but it gave me peace of mind.” Sweeten’s role: Sweeten matches home renovators with vetted general contractors, offering input, support, and up to $50,000 in renovation financial protection—for free. Written in partnership wi