Comments for Sweeten https://sweeten.com/ Renovation stories, tips, and inspiration Wed, 15 Feb 2023 18:53:57 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.1 Comment on Natural Stone Boosts the Luxe Factor in the Bath by The Freestanding Tub for Every Bath https://sweeten.com/renovation-materials-101/natural-stone-boosts-luxe-factor-bath/#comment-89112 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 18:53:57 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=24209#comment-89112 […] you’re looking to add some luxury to your bath, natural stone, like marble or granite, pairs well with the classic look of a freestanding […]

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Comment on 2021 Average Bathroom Remodel Cost in NYC by The Freestanding Tub for Every Bath https://sweeten.com/renovation-cost-guides/nyc-bathroom-renovation-cost/#comment-89111 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 18:10:50 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=11006#comment-89111 […] tub is one of the biggest expenditures you will make in your bath, so invest in quality. The manufacturer should offer a limited lifetime warranty. Follow the […]

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Comment on Newlywed writers turn a dark kitchen into a bestseller by 6 Butcher Block Kitchen Styles: Warmth, Workability, and Value | Sweeten https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/kitchen-renovations/newlywed-writers-turn-dark-kitchen-bestseller/#comment-89106 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 12:41:58 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=22332#comment-89106 […] Amanda and her husband purchased their two-bedroom apartment, they knew the dark and closed-off kitchen would need an […]

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Comment on A Historic Brownstone Wreck Set for Renters by 6 Butcher Block Kitchen Styles: Warmth, Workability, and Value | Sweeten https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/entire-home-renovations/historic-rowhouse-wreck-renters/#comment-89105 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 12:41:41 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=18860#comment-89105 […] big focus of Janet and Jerry’s home renovation? The kitchen. They designed the space to be the most efficient space possible for […]

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Comment on Exposed Beams and Marble Frame a Luxe Renovation by 7 Stunning Home Renovation Projects With Exposed Beams https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/entire-home-renovations/exposed-beams-and-marble-finishes-frame-a-luxury-apartment-renovation/#comment-89104 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 09:52:51 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=19668#comment-89104 […] renovation surprise may not always be a good thing, but in the case of Lia and Chris’ Williamsburg loft remodel, it most certainly was. Their top-floor unit with a terrace, parking […]

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Comment on My Sweeten Story: A Renovating Couple Gains Their Urban Chops by A Guide to Home Remodeling Contractors & Professionals https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/entire-home-renovations/hudson-yards-renovation-updates-foyer-kitchen-bath/#comment-89094 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:40:42 +0000 https://sweeten.com/?p=39401#comment-89094 […] option for medium to large-scale renovations. They also work well on any project that requires high attention to detail. Design-build contractor teams […]

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Comment on Park Slope Gut Renovation Moves the Kitchen, Bets on Built-Ins by A Guide to Home Remodeling Contractors & Professionals https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/entire-home-renovations/a-brooklyn-couple-slays-the-storage-problem/#comment-89093 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:37:33 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=34345#comment-89093 […] Designing custom built-ins and cabinetry […]

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Comment on How to Budget for a Full-Home Renovation in NYC by Apartment vs House? A Brooklyn Family Decides | Sweeten.com https://sweeten.com/renovation-101/cost-guides/nyc-home-renovation-cost-per-square-foot/#comment-89091 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 16:26:04 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=10944#comment-89091 […] say this: If you are renovating a 100-plus-year-old home, expect a substantial portion of your budget to go towards system upgrades like electrical, plumbing, heating, and the sewer line. After those […]

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Comment on Popular Types of Kitchen Countertops by A 1950's Kitchen Remodel Before and After in Manhattan | Sweeten https://sweeten.com/renovation-materials-101/popular-types-of-kitchen-countertops/#comment-89078 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 20:42:10 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=25955#comment-89078 […] white, while a light gray was chosen for the bottom cabinets to make the space feel larger. A butcher’s block material and wooden shelving near the window added some warmth to the overall look. The wood countertop also […]

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Comment on Exposed Beams and Marble Frame a Luxe Renovation by A New Bath Takes Its Cue From Contrasts | Sweeten.com https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/entire-home-renovations/exposed-beams-and-marble-finishes-frame-a-luxury-apartment-renovation/#comment-89073 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 14:16:09 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=19668#comment-89073 […] light tile with dark grout, as seen in Lia and Chris’ bath, is a simple way to make a bold style […]

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Comment on How To Light A Bathroom by A New Bath Takes Its Cue From Contrasts | Sweeten.com https://sweeten.com/renovation-materials-101/bathroom-lighting-guide-types-locations/#comment-89072 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 14:15:54 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=24940#comment-89072 […] chose a dark grout for contrast and paired it with charcoal flooring in porcelain tile. Sleek bar lighting and recessed lights maintained the unfussy look. The space was a typical NYC bathroom, which meant […]

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Comment on 5 Bathrooms Give IKEA Vanities the Spotlight by Bathroom Remodeling Cost Guide 2023 | Sweeten https://sweeten.com/ideas-and-inspiration/5-ikea-bath-vanity/#comment-89036 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 20:22:33 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=25182#comment-89036 […] materials are generally off-the-shelf items from “big box” stores or IKEA. This includes stock vanities; various tiles under $5/square foot such as Pergo and Daltile; and fixtures by Delta, Moen, and […]

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Comment on A Guide to Home Remodeling Contractors & Professionals by Bathroom Remodeling Cost Guide 2023 | Sweeten https://sweeten.com/process-and-planning/who-do-i-hire-first-my-renovation/#comment-89035 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 20:19:58 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=7597#comment-89035 […] The two main services to consider for your bathroom renovation are build service and design service. Depending on your needs, you have some options for what types of firms to hire.   […]

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Comment on Spoiler Alert: Ultimate Spa Bathroom Ahead by Bathroom Remodeling Cost Guide 2023 | Sweeten https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/bathroom-renovations/ultimate-spa-bathroom-ahead/#comment-89034 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 20:11:26 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=24567#comment-89034 […] finish: High-end materials take quality and craftsmanship above standard, and this category introduces custom work. This includes tiles by Clé Tile, Ann Sacks, and […]

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Comment on An Eclectic Bath Is a Mix of Mid-Century and Global Style by Bathroom Remodeling Cost Guide 2023 | Sweeten https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/bathroom-renovations/eclectic-bathroom-renovation-brooklyn/#comment-89033 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 20:03:29 +0000 https://sweeten.com/?p=40920#comment-89033 […] bathrooms, also called master bathrooms, usually have a generous vanity area with two sinks, plus a toilet and bathtub or shower. The typical fixture count for a primary bath is […]

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Comment on Renovation Inspiration Straight from Sweeten’s Newest Experts by Ceramic, Glass, or Stone? 15 Bathroom Wall Tile Ideas! | Sweeten.com https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/bathroom-renovations/renovation-inspiration-straight-sweetens-newest-experts/#comment-89004 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 14:25:42 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=12546#comment-89004 […] Expert Alastor brought painterly craftsmanship to this Chelsea bathroom with luminous penny tile, intricately laid from floor to ceiling and throughout custom rounded wall […]

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Comment on Before & After: Ellen and Ben’s Brooklyn Bathroom Renovation – Sweetened! by Ceramic, Glass, or Stone? 15 Bathroom Wall Tile Ideas! | Sweeten.com https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/before-after-ellen-bens-brooklyn-bathroom-sweetened/#comment-89003 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 14:25:15 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=13453#comment-89003 […] Ellen in Brooklyn went with classic white subway wall tiles laid in a straight set – this stacked approach is a more modern and polished take on a perennial design choice. […]

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Comment on A Designer’s High-Style Renovation in Chelsea by Ceramic, Glass, or Stone? 15 Bathroom Wall Tile Ideas! | Sweeten.com https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/entire-home-renovations/chelsea-london-terrace-renovation/#comment-88993 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 13:25:23 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=11282#comment-88993 […] Sweeten Expert Gregorio ripped out old tiles and brought in black travertine slabs in this high-end Chelsea apartment. […]

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Comment on Before and After: Ellen’s Kensington Bathroom Renovation – Sweetened! by Ceramic, Glass, or Stone? 15 Bathroom Wall Tile Ideas! | Sweeten.com https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/before-and-after-ellens-kensington-bathroom-renovation-sweetened/#comment-88992 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 13:24:59 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=13478#comment-88992 […] Ellen and Ben in Kensington opted for round penny tile in a matte white finish that lines the floor, tub, and walls in the same geometric pattern. […]

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Comment on Three Modern Baths and Two Custom Built-Ins in One, Sweetened Upper East Side Condo by Ceramic, Glass, or Stone? 15 Bathroom Wall Tile Ideas! | Sweeten.com https://sweeten.com/sweeten-renovations/three-modern-baths-two-custom-built-ins-one-sweetened-upper-east-side-condo/#comment-88991 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 13:24:36 +0000 https://blog-v2.sweeten.com/?p=12619#comment-88991 […] An Upper East Side family selected luminous jade manganese Heath subway tiles in a traditional staggered approach on the inner shower walls and added white subway tiles from Daltile to complete the shower surround. […]

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