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Umelye Ruchki: practical advice before you repair, clean or renovate.
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Renovation planning · 7 min read How to plan a renovation budget without losing control
A practical guide to renovation budgeting, contingency, materials, labour and the decisions that usually create overspend.
Painting · 6 min read How to paint a room properly: preparation, paint choice and finishHow to prepare a room for painting, choose paint, avoid patchy walls and decide when to use a decorator.
Flooring · 8 min read How to lay laminate flooring without obvious mistakesA simple guide to laminate flooring planning, underlay, expansion gaps and when the job is better handled by a professional.
Cleaning · 5 min read End of tenancy cleaning checklist for landlords and tenantsA practical end of tenancy cleaning checklist covering kitchens, bathrooms, carpets, appliances and inspection risks.
Emergency plumbing · 4 min read What to do when you have a leak before the plumber arrivesFast practical steps for active leaks, water damage risk and what to send when booking an emergency plumber.
