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irishtimes.com > property > interiors > 02/22/2026 > what-you-need-to-know-when-renovating-your-bathroom

What you need to know when renovating your bathroom

4+ hour, 14+ min ago  (833+ words) We've all experienced that stab of envy when catching a glimpse of how the other half live and how stylish and immaculate their homes appear to be. From plush bedrooms to swanky kitchens and of course, those immaculate, tastefully-fitted-out bathrooms....

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irishtimes.com > property > interiors > 02/17/2026 > quick-home-maintenance-fixes-to-avoid-future-costly-repairs

A guide to quick home maintenance fixes that avoid future costly repairs

5+ day, 10+ hour ago  (817+ words) It often takes a moment of disruption to prompt us to act on the things that aren't quite right in our homes. The rain over the past few weeks has done this, with talk of homeowners noticing leaks, damp patches…...

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irishtimes.com > business > 10/29/2025 > sorrento-terrace-home-wins-appeal-for-outdoor-swimming-pool-jacuzzi-and-garden-studio

Sorrento Terrace home wins appeal for outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi and garden studio

3+ mon, 3+ week ago  (361+ words) An exclusive Dalkey home once dubbed in the High Court the "unluckiest" house in Ireland has won planning permission for an outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi. An Coimisi'n Plean'la has given the go-ahead to Sorrento HGT UC for a new…...

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irishtimes.com > special-reports > 10/16/2025 > transform-your-bathroom-into-a-spa-sanctuary

Transform your bathroom into a spa sanctuary

4+ mon, 6+ day ago  (1702+ words) When it comes to Irish homeowners" most-wanted home upgrades, bathrooms are right up there. And whether it"s a mini bathroom refresh or a full remodel, these days there are more ways than ever to add style and luxury to…...

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irishtimes.com > special-reports > 10/16/2025 > beyond-white-walls-choosing-colours-with-confidence

Beyond white walls: Choosing colours with confidence

4+ mon, 6+ day ago  (895+ words) When one of Ireland's most celebrated interior designers lets you in on her expert advice on using colour in your home, you listen up. According to R'is'n Lafferty, "Colour is an emotional toolkit. It can cocoon you in comfort or…...

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irishtimes.com > technology > consumer-tech > review > 08/28/2025 > izzpresso-maker-review-portable-espresso-machine-for-caffeine-hits-on-the-go

Izzpresso Maker review: Portable espresso machine for caffeine hits on the go

5+ mon, 3+ week ago  (876+ words) Ireland has become a nation of coffee drinkers. That is not to say we have abandoned tea; sitting down with a cup is still a ritual for many. But a quick look around would indicate that, as a nation, we…...

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irishtimes.com > property > interiors > 08/26/2025 > five-simple-steps-to-keep-your-home-renovation-project-on-track

Renovating your home? Five simple steps to keep your project on track

5+ mon, 3+ week ago  (265+ words) It's natural to want your project finished quickly, but setting an unrealistic time frame is one of the fastest ways to derail a renovation. Work backwards from your ideal completion date and allow sufficient time for each phase. If your…...

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irishtimes.com > your-money > 08/08/2025 > is-it-worth-borrowing-to-improve-the-energy-efficiency-of-your-home

Is it worth borrowing to improve the energy efficiency of your home?

6+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1130+ words) It's unlikely the "250 winter energy bill credit will be repeated in this year's budget, the Taoiseach has warned. It was always a temporary cost-of-living measure to shield us from higher energy costs, but that reasoning will be cold comfort when…...

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irishtimes.com > ireland > 07/10/2025 > consumers-advised-to-stop-using-several-tower-air-fryer-models-due-to-dangerous-manufacturing-defect

Consumers advised to stop using several Tower air fryer models due to ‘dangerous manufacturing defect’

7+ mon, 1+ week ago  (323+ words) Consumers are being advised to stop using almost 60,000 air fryers sold across the State in recent years due to a risk of them overheating and potentially catching fire. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) issued a warning on Thursday…...

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irishtimes.com > life-style > people > 05/10/2025 > if-you-can-afford-to-retrofit-the-investment-could-leave-you-quids-in

How does retrofitting your house pay off?

9+ mon, 1+ week ago  (602+ words) Is retrofitting your home worth the money? Many people may be more concerned about the cost of it all and the payback it delivers than the environmental benefits. If you can afford to do it, investing in a retrofit could…...