Robert Siutkowski, Autor w serwisie Renoverend - Wij leveren bouwspecialisten

Bathroom under construction with new pipework and waterproofing applied before tiling

Renovation guides

Bathroom renovation – how do you plan a bathroom refurbishment in the Netherlands?

Underfloor heating pipes in an existing home before the screed is laid

Energy savings and sustainability

Underfloor heating during a renovation – when does it make sense and how do you plan it?

Living room under renovation with tools and building materials shortly before the holidays.

Renovation guides

Renovating before the holidays: three months of margin or three weeks of panic?

Fitter installing a new window frame in the façade of a home during a renovation

Renovation guides

Replacing window frames during renovation – when should windows and frames be replaced?

Tradesman fitting insulation material between the purlins of a pitched roof during a renovation

Energy savings and sustainability

Roof insulation during renovation – when is insulating your roof worthwhile in the Netherlands?

Installer checking the pressure of a central heating system before the start of the heating season

Energy savings and sustainability

Preparing your home for the heating season – what should you check before autumn?

Woman with a blanket on the sofa during the first cold evening of autumn

Renovation guides

The first cold evening, and suddenly everyone thinks about insulation

In the photo, you can see someone using a ruler and a pen to make a technical drawing or building plan.

Renovation guides

Do You Need a Permit for Renovation? When Is a Building Permit Required in the Netherlands?

Two people at a table exchanging documents during a financial or advisory conversation, with a laptop, a clipboard with papers and an envelope on the table – an atmosphere of discussion about financing or a subsidy application.

Renovation costs

Financing a renovation with subsidies and loans – how to get more support for energy-efficient projects in the Netherlands

Modern black induction hob with pots and pans on active cooking zones – sleek, functional and stylish.

Renovation guides

Induction or gas? A household debate that the electrician may have to settle

Modern, functional kitchen with wooden cabinet fronts, a dark countertop, white upper cabinets, and stylish LED lighting. The practical layout ensures comfort and efficient cooking.

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Kitchen Without a Work Triangle? Is Cooking in a Maze Your New Sport?

The structural framework of a house featuring a concrete staircase, unfinished walls, and a concrete ceiling.

Renovation guides

Stair Renovation – How Long Does It Take and What Does It Include?

A man is trimming a tall hedge with a large hedge trimmer. He is wearing work gloves and a plaid shirt. In the background, there are trees and a cloudy sky.

Renovation guides

Garden Renovation – Ideas for a Modern Dutch Outdoor Space

shows a person holding a smartphone in front of a smart TV. The phone appears to be controlling the TV, illustrating a smart home setup that provides greater convenience and easy device management.

Energy savings and sustainability

A Smart Home, Not an Expensive Gadget – Smart Home Features That Truly Improve Comfort and Safety

A wooden herringbone floor with two paint rollers placed on it. A colorful patterned rug with fringes is visible on the left side.

Renovation guides

What to do with your ex’s former room?

A calculator, construction drawings, paint samples, and brushes on a table symbolize smart renovation planning and a carefully managed budget for a home renovation.

Renovation costs

Cost-Effective Renovation: Smart Tips for Your Budget

A bright and functional bathroom featuring a modern corner shower, a spacious vanity with a large mirror, practical storage cabinets, and neutral grey tiles. The clean design creates a comfortable and timeless atmosphere.

Renovation mistakes

Why doesn’t your bathroom like you?

This modern hallway combines bold colors with sleek furniture. The green and purple elements create a playful look, while the wooden floor adds warmth and balance.

Inspiration and trends Renovation guides

Color and material: the right combinations for a stylish make-over

Tiles play a key role in both the appearance and functionality of a home. They are commonly used in bathrooms, kitchens, and floors, where they are exposed to daily wear and moisture.

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Renovation tiles – how to choose tiles and what does replacement involve?

Stairs are one of the most frequently used elements in any home. Daily use inevitably leads to wear and tear

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Stair tread renovation – how to renovate stair treads in your home

In modern homes, it’s no longer just about design and finishing. Comfort, energy efficiency, and air quality are becoming increasingly important.

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Silent revolution: ventilation systems with heat recovery and their impact on costs and health

Many interior trends are designed to look impressive in photos and online. In reality, they often require precise execution and specialized skills.

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Is beige making a comeback? Interior trends that drain your budget and your architect’s patience

Planning a renovation and looking for a professional who focuses not just on the finish, but on the structure behind it?

Choosing a contractor

Renovation carpenter – when do you need a professional carpenter during a renovation?

A toilet renovation in the Netherlands often also involves plumbing and tiling work, which can increase both the cost and complexity of the project.

Renovation costs

Toilet renovation – how much does a toilet renovation cost in the Netherlands?

Recycled concrete and wood-fiber façades are sustainable building materials that provide better insulation and lower CO₂ emissions.

Energy savings and sustainability

Materials of the future: Will recycled concrete and wood fiber facades replace traditional construction?

heat pump fails during winter, boiler stops on the coldest day, low water pressure, electrical issues,

Energy savings and sustainability

Broken thermostat and heat pump failure: how your home takes revenge when neglected

influences the cost of renovating your staircase

Renovation costs

Stair Renovation Costs – What Does a Stair Renovation Really Cost?

Underfloor heating—installation rules, costs, and how to prevent cracks and heat loss for maximum efficiency and durability.

Energy savings and sustainability

Underfloor Heating: How to Prevent Floor Cracks and Heat Loss (The Complete Guide)

Full renovation in the Netherlands what’s included, costs, and key benefits of working with one contractor.

Renovation guides

Full Renovation – The Complete Guide to a Total Renovation in the Netherlands

A good plumber ensures what you don’t see: silent pipe operation and instant access to hot water at every tap. Investing in reliable craftsmanship means no stress and the guarantee that your new bathroom will remain dry and functional for years.

Choosing a contractor

What Is the Difference Between an ‘Ad-Hoc Plumber’ and a Renoverend Plumber? (A Wrench Is Not Everything)

Worker in overalls sits at a workbench with tools, holding his head in frustration during a project.

Renovation mistakes

Can you renovate yourself and not go crazy? (no)

Smiling worker in overalls uses a caulking gun to neatly seal joints along a kitchen countertop.

Renovation mistakes

What does the tiler laugh at when you’re not looking?

smart phone with apps in modern living room

Energy savings and sustainability

Sustainable renovation: eco-friendly choices for your home

important considerations Structure installations

Renovation guides

Safety first: important considerations for every renovation

Modern Solutions lighting textures Natural materials

Inspiration and trends

Interior trends: modern solutions for your renovation

A man wearing a construction helmet on a building site holds his finger to his lips in a “shh” gesture, suggesting hidden knowledge or a secret within construction teams.

Choosing a contractor

9 out of 10 construction crews won’t tell you this

Energy savings and sustainability

Insulating homes from the inside – how to reduce gas consumption and energy costs

Lifestyle

Tiles or Kamasutra? The most uncomfortable renovation positions

Before and after renovation showing preserved original elements and transformation from an old interior into a modern living space

Inspiration and trends

From old to new: how to preserve authentic elements during renovations

Renovation mistakes

9 out of 10 Construction Teams Make These Mistakes… They Could Cost You a Fortune!

Stacks of coins and a red house symbolizing property value growth through regular maintenance and renovation

Renovation guides

Maintenance and renovation: long-term value for your property

Professional painter working in a modern interior – example of craftsmanship and flawless wall finish during renovation

Renovation guides

Why professional painting is more than just color on the wall?

Shelf with paints and building materials in a store – example of high-quality products used during renovation

Choosing a contractor

Quality and craftsmanship: the key to a successful renovation

Renovation mistakes

A Million-dollar renovation – why Instagram lies

Lifestyle

Renovation through the neighbour’s eyes: a horror story with a drill in the background

Inspiration and trends

Inspiring renovations: success stories and expert tips

Renovation guides

Renovation planning: from idea to stress-free execution

Inspiration and trends

From vision to reality: Inspiration for your next renovation

Choosing a contractor

What other contractors don’t tell you (but we do)

Man en vrouw met ruzie op de bank – spanning en conflicten in de relatie

Lifestyle

Renovation vs. Divorce – What puts more strain on a relationship?

Bouwplan met architectentekeningen, gereedschap en een schaalmodel van een huis in renovatie

Renovation guides

Effective planning: How to make your renovation run smoothly

Klusser maakt een fout tijdens renovatie met een hamer

Renovation mistakes

10 Big mistakes in a renovation (and how to avoid them)

Energy savings and sustainability

Sustainable materials: A green choice for your renovation

Renovation mistakes

A Pinterest-Perfect home – how to spend €15,000 and still be disappointed

Inspiration and trends

The perfect tile – how to choose tiles for a stylish bathroom

Energy savings and sustainability

Smart renovation: How to prepare your home for the future

Renovation mistakes

Do It Yourself… and regret it: Top 6 home repairs you shouldn’t do on your own

Lifestyle

Renovate or relocate – should I stay or should I go?

Renovation guides

10 tips for a flawless renovation

Energy savings and sustainability

Renovating is the perfect time to think about the sustainability of your house

Lifestyle

Renovating during the holidays? A relaxing idea