
Renovating a house
What you can expect to pay
Renovators take us on a tour of their homes
Wanting to move or improve your home and looking for a bit of inspiration? We asked homeowners to share their renovation stories and some easy-to-steal decorating tips.
Need to cover up some peeling paint or tired wallpaper? Don’t be afraid to pile on the pattern like Leeds-based Katie who turned a ‘peach palace’ into a hip family home. Find out how she did it, and see more of her renovation at comedowntothewoods.com.
Looking for a colour scheme that works in a small space? Keep it simple and highlight the details, says stylist Katy. Discover how she transformed a tiny terraced home and see more of her renovation at apartmentapothecary.com.
Want to transform your home on a budget? Bring out the paintbrush and add some natural finds, like interiors blogger Ruth. Discover her top, low-cost decorating tricks and see more of her renovation at designsoda.co.uk.
Need more space? Londoners Tim and Ewan doubled their ground floor with a kitchen extension. Discover how they did it, and what they learnt along the way.
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What you can expect to pay
Transform it into a special place
Whether it’s building a kitchen extension or just painting walls, a refresh could add value to your home and turn it into a place you won’t want to leave.
Try our calculator to see examples of what you’d pay each month, and over the full term, for different mortgage types and interest rates.
Spruce up your property
Whether you’d like a new kitchen or want to give your lounge a new lease of life, you could get more from your home.
Subject to application, financial circumstances and borrowing history.
Get a quote for buildings and contents insurance, and find out why it’s important to ensure your mortgage is covered if you fall ill or die.
We’ve a range of savings options, whether you’re planning major building works, buying a new sofa, or are thinking of setting up a handy rainy day fund.