Our Home Renovation is an independent guide for homeowners planning renovation and home improvement projects. We explain how to plan and budget a project, how materials such as flooring, tile, paint and countertops compare, and which tools a DIY renovator actually needs.
Our guides cover renovation planning, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, flooring, painting and wall finishes, DIY tools, home maintenance and buying guides. Product information comes from manufacturer specifications and installation instructions, and safety guidance follows sources such as OSHA, the EPA and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. We do not replace a licensed contractor: electrical, plumbing, gas, structural and permit work belongs with qualified professionals, and we say so in every guide where it matters.
Who we write for
Our readers are homeowners and DIY beginners in the United States who are planning a renovation, upgrading a room or choosing tools for home improvement projects. Every guide aims to answer a real question clearly and point to the source behind any important claim.
How we work
Our articles are researched from manufacturer manuals and installation instructions, OSHA and NIOSH safety guidance, EPA lead-safe renovation (RRP) guidance, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, ENERGY STAR and U.S. Department of Energy home improvement guidance, and local building codes. We explain how we chose and checked information in our Editorial Policy. We do not publish fake reviews, invented test results or made-up personal stories, and we do not claim to have tested a product unless the article says how it was tested.
How the site is funded
Some links on Our Home Renovation are affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, Our Home Renovation earns from qualifying purchases. Commissions never decide what we recommend. Read our Affiliate Disclosure for details.
Important
Renovation work carries real risks. Wear eye and hearing protection and a suitable respirator when cutting, sanding or spraying, and follow the tool manufacturer's instructions. Homes built before 1978 may contain lead paint: follow EPA lead-safe work practices or hire an EPA-certified renovator. Turn off power at the breaker before working near wiring, and leave electrical, plumbing, gas and structural work to licensed professionals. Check local permit requirements before you start.
Contact
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