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Useful articles about renovations

Comparisons and recommendations that help you decide before the work starts. Based on what we solve with clients on Prague building sites every week.

Laminate flooring being laid during a flat renovation in Prague

Types of flooring in Czechia: a practical comparison

Compare eight popular flooring options by price, lifespan, water resistance and suitability for underfloor heating.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Large-format marble-effect tiles and built-in niches in a Prague bathroom

Bathroom tile sizes and formats: how to choose

A practical comparison of small, standard and large-format wall and floor tiles for modern bathrooms.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Living room with carefully chosen wall colours after a renovation in Prague

Wall paint colours: inspiration for every interior

A practical colour guide with 18 shades, coverage, use cases and tips for choosing paint before renovation.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Underfloor heating loops and manifold before the screed is poured

How to choose underfloor heating: a practical guide

Water or electric? Compare systems, installation height, running costs and suitability for new builds and renovations.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Bathroom with marble-effect tile and a washbasin after a flat renovation in Prague

Recommended renovation dimensions for flats and houses

Twenty practical heights and clearances, from the washbasin and sockets to doors, windows and stairs.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Back boxes for sockets and switches set into a wall during a Prague flat renovation

How many sockets and switches does each room need?

A practical room-by-room guide to planning sockets and light switches in a flat or family house.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Smooth walls after the final skim coat in a Prague flat

Plaster or skim coat: what is the difference?

Compare layer thickness, surface texture and the right use for traditional plaster and a smooth skim coat.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Walls stripped back to the substrate before plastering during a Prague flat renovation

Reinforcing mesh on walls: when is it needed?

A practical guide to reinforcing mesh, substrate joints and reducing the risk of cracks in renovation work.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Flat prepared for renovation with the work area cleared in Prague

How to prepare a flat before renovation

An eight-step checklist that protects your belongings and helps the renovation start without avoidable delays.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Flat during renovation and preparation of building work in Prague

The most common renovation mistakes

Eight avoidable mistakes that affect budgets, schedules, finishes and everyday comfort after a renovation.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Washbasin, bath and shower spaced out in a bathroom after a Prague renovation

Clearances between bathroom fixtures

Recommended minimum distances for a comfortable, safe and functional bathroom.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Door openings with white frames in a flat after a Prague renovation

Doorway widths in a flat

Recommended clear widths for comfortable movement, safety and moving furniture during a renovation.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Ceiling and wall lights in a living room after a Prague flat renovation

Modern lighting schemes for a flat

Room-by-room lighting ideas using three layers: general, task and decorative light.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Plasterboard structure with niches and shelves during a Prague flat renovation

Frequently asked questions about plasterboard

Practical answers about board types, thickness, acoustic insulation, moisture and fixing heavy cabinets.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Ceiling with recessed linear LED fittings in a flat after a Prague renovation

Questions about ceilings

Practical answers about stretch and plasterboard ceilings, lost height and integrated lighting.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Floor, tile and bathroom material samples prepared for selection

Construction-material sourcing and delivery

We can order, collect and deliver renovation materials to the site for you.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Bathroom with marble-effect tiling and a bath after a Prague flat renovation

How much does a bathroom renovation cost?

Indicative pricing for a complete bathroom renovation and a clear overview of what the basic scope includes.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Old floor being stripped out at the start of a Prague flat renovation

How much does a flat renovation cost?

Indicative pricing for a complete flat renovation and a transparent overview of the typical scope.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Staircase and open living space in a completed family house

How much does it cost to build a family house?

Indicative 2026 construction costs by standard, floor area and level of equipment.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

Living room with a statement chandelier and a large-format wall mural after a Prague renovation

The most popular flat-renovation trends for 2026

Colours, materials and solutions shaping flat renovations in 2026, with an emphasis on function and long-term value.

Updated 5 Aug 2026

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