A single scroll on Instagram is enough to see perfect, gleaming interiors that seem to be magically finished, often accompanied by the enigmatic description “quick makeover”. However, the dreams of an ideal home brutally clash with reality. Renovation is a process – costly, time-consuming, and full of challenges that social media carefully conceals.
The image of the ideal interior vs. the reality of costs and work behind the scenes
The rule is simple: what looks easy and cheap online is almost always difficult and expensive in real life. The Instagram “before and after” photos show the final result, omitting weeks, and sometimes months, of hard work, logistics, and unexpected expenses. No one posts about the cost of rubble disposal, the price of specialized sealing, or complex installation work. Beautiful minimalist designs often require expensive, dedicated solutions that hide the technical aspects – and that is precisely the essence of a professional renovation.
Frequently omitted costs and time required for a professional renovation
The key to realistic budget planning is the awareness of “hidden costs.” These include, among others: fees for architectural and engineering designs, necessary building permits, the cost of subfloor preparation (whose condition often only becomes apparent after demolition), as well as the labor costs of experienced specialists. Execution time is another pitfall: delays in the delivery of premium materials or the necessity of performing work according to best practices (e.g., the drying time of screeds or plaster) make a “quick renovation” an oxymoron. Professional quality requires time and an appropriate budget.
How Renoverend helps realistically plan budget and expectations
At Renoverend, we focus on 100% transparency. Our goal is for your vision to become reality, but without later disappointments. Already at the initial quotation stage, we consider not only finishing materials but also the realistic scope of work – including the less “Instagrammable” tasks that are crucial for durability and safety. We help you manage expectations regarding time by providing a detailed schedule and actively communicating any potential changes. We believe that a good renovation is one where the budget is managed sensibly, and the final quality surpasses the snapshot beauty seen on social media.