# Hot **URL:** https://home.renovation.reviews/hot.md?page=119 [Latest](https://home.renovation.reviews/latest.md) · [Categories](https://home.renovation.reviews/categories.md) · [Tags](https://home.renovation.reviews/tags.md) **Page:** 120 --- ## [Should I replace an old staircase entirely or restore it?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-replace-an-old-staircase-entirely-or-restore-it/28604)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 9:32am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-replace-an-old-staircase-entirely-or-restore-it/28604 "2025-08-29T09:32:42Z")
Should I replace an old staircase entirely or restore it? --- ## [How do I decide whether to expand horizontally or vertically?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-decide-whether-to-expand-horizontally-or-vertically/28600)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 9:32am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-decide-whether-to-expand-horizontally-or-vertically/28600 "2025-08-29T09:32:24Z")
How do I decide whether to expand horizontally or vertically? --- ## [Should I raise ceilings during renovations for added value?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-raise-ceilings-during-renovations-for-added-value/28596)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 9:32am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-raise-ceilings-during-renovations-for-added-value/28596 "2025-08-29T09:32:05Z")
Should I raise ceilings during renovations for added value? --- ## [How can I reinforce my home against climate-specific risks (flood, heat, snow)?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-can-i-reinforce-my-home-against-climate-specific-risks-flood-heat-snow/28595)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 9:31am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-can-i-reinforce-my-home-against-climate-specific-risks-flood-heat-snow/28595 "2025-08-29T09:31:49Z")
How can I reinforce my home against climate-specific risks (flood, heat, snow)? --- ## [Should I test my foundation before starting any cosmetic renovation?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-test-my-foundation-before-starting-any-cosmetic-renovation/28593)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 9:31am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-test-my-foundation-before-starting-any-cosmetic-renovation/28593 "2025-08-29T09:31:31Z")
Should I test my foundation before starting any cosmetic renovation? --- ## [The Role of Home Security in Renovations](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/the-role-of-home-security-in-renovations/28313)
**Author:** [@ThomasWood](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/ThomasWood)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2025, 5:31pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/the-role-of-home-security-in-renovations/28313 "2025-09-07T17:31:08Z")
When upgrading a house people often focus on style and comfort but security should not be left behind Modern renovation projects often include smart home systems and I realized during my own project that it is easier to … --- ## [Why Good Lighting Makes or Breaks a Renovation](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/why-good-lighting-makes-or-breaks-a-renovation/28228)
**Author:** [@ThomasWood](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/ThomasWood)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 31, 2025, 8:15pm UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/why-good-lighting-makes-or-breaks-a-renovation/28228 "2025-08-31T20:15:44Z")
When people plan renovations they often focus on paint colors flooring or furniture but lighting is what truly shapes how a room feels I learned this while redoing my living room A fresh coat of paint looked flat until I… --- ## [How do I make my renovation adaptable to new family structures (blended, multi-gen)?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-make-my-renovation-adaptable-to-new-family-structures-blended-multi-gen/28100)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:24am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-make-my-renovation-adaptable-to-new-family-structures-blended-multi-gen/28100 "2025-08-29T08:24:39Z")
How do I make my renovation adaptable to new family structures (blended, multi-gen)? --- ## [Should I renovate with rental income potential in mind?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-renovate-with-rental-income-potential-in-mind/28095)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:24am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-renovate-with-rental-income-potential-in-mind/28095 "2025-08-29T08:24:18Z")
Should I renovate with rental income potential in mind? --- ## [How do I add hidden relaxation spots like hammocks or alcoves?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-add-hidden-relaxation-spots-like-hammocks-or-alcoves/28091)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:24am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-add-hidden-relaxation-spots-like-hammocks-or-alcoves/28091 "2025-08-29T08:24:01Z")
How do I add hidden relaxation spots like hammocks or alcoves? --- ## [Should I plan for home-based business spaces?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-plan-for-home-based-business-spaces/28087)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:23am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-plan-for-home-based-business-spaces/28087 "2025-08-29T08:23:43Z")
Should I plan for home-based business spaces? --- ## [How do I design flexible guest spaces for short or long stays?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-design-flexible-guest-spaces-for-short-or-long-stays/28082)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:23am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-design-flexible-guest-spaces-for-short-or-long-stays/28082 "2025-08-29T08:23:17Z")
How do I design flexible guest spaces for short or long stays? --- ## [Should I add an outdoor workspace for remote working?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-add-an-outdoor-workspace-for-remote-working/28080)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:22am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-add-an-outdoor-workspace-for-remote-working/28080 "2025-08-29T08:22:57Z")
Should I add an outdoor workspace for remote working? --- ## [How do I incorporate flexible walls for seasonal changes?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-incorporate-flexible-walls-for-seasonal-changes/28055)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:20am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-incorporate-flexible-walls-for-seasonal-changes/28055 "2025-08-29T08:20:15Z")
How do I incorporate flexible walls for seasonal changes? --- ## [Should I add space for future aging-in-place modifications?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-add-space-for-future-aging-in-place-modifications/28051)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:19am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-add-space-for-future-aging-in-place-modifications/28051 "2025-08-29T08:19:55Z")
Should I add space for future aging-in-place modifications? --- ## [How do I make a small home feel luxurious through details?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-make-a-small-home-feel-luxurious-through-details/28047)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:19am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-make-a-small-home-feel-luxurious-through-details/28047 "2025-08-29T08:19:39Z")
How do I make a small home feel luxurious through details? --- ## [Should I design an outdoor shower for summer use?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-design-an-outdoor-shower-for-summer-use/28044)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:19am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-design-an-outdoor-shower-for-summer-use/28044 "2025-08-29T08:19:18Z")
Should I design an outdoor shower for summer use? --- ## [How do I renovate to allow easier furniture movement through doors and halls?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-renovate-to-allow-easier-furniture-movement-through-doors-and-halls/28038)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:18am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-renovate-to-allow-easier-furniture-movement-through-doors-and-halls/28038 "2025-08-29T08:18:52Z")
How do I renovate to allow easier furniture movement through doors and halls? --- ## [Should I add a storm shelter or safe room during renovation?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-add-a-storm-shelter-or-safe-room-during-renovation/28035)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:18am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-add-a-storm-shelter-or-safe-room-during-renovation/28035 "2025-08-29T08:18:35Z")
Should I add a storm shelter or safe room during renovation? --- ## [How do I create hidden storage under floors?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-create-hidden-storage-under-floors/28030)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:18am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-create-hidden-storage-under-floors/28030 "2025-08-29T08:18:17Z")
How do I create hidden storage under floors? --- ## [Should I design the laundry room near bedrooms instead of the basement?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-design-the-laundry-room-near-bedrooms-instead-of-the-basement/28026)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:18am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-design-the-laundry-room-near-bedrooms-instead-of-the-basement/28026 "2025-08-29T08:18:01Z")
Should I design the laundry room near bedrooms instead of the basement? --- ## [How do I improve the flow from the garage into the house?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-improve-the-flow-from-the-garage-into-the-house/28021)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:17am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-improve-the-flow-from-the-garage-into-the-house/28021 "2025-08-29T08:17:45Z")
How do I improve the flow from the garage into the house? --- ## [. Should I add a pantry that doubles as a prep kitchen?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-add-a-pantry-that-doubles-as-a-prep-kitchen/28017)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:17am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-add-a-pantry-that-doubles-as-a-prep-kitchen/28017 "2025-08-29T08:17:24Z")
. Should I add a pantry that doubles as a prep kitchen? --- ## [How do I design stair landings to be usable spaces?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-design-stair-landings-to-be-usable-spaces/28009)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:16am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-design-stair-landings-to-be-usable-spaces/28009 "2025-08-29T08:16:54Z")
How do I design stair landings to be usable spaces? --- ## [Should I finish my basement as living space or keep it utility-focused?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-finish-my-basement-as-living-space-or-keep-it-utility-focused/28005)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:16am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-finish-my-basement-as-living-space-or-keep-it-utility-focused/28005 "2025-08-29T08:16:34Z")
Should I finish my basement as living space or keep it utility-focused? --- ## [How do I make attics functional instead of just storage?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-make-attics-functional-instead-of-just-storage/28000)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:16am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-make-attics-functional-instead-of-just-storage/28000 "2025-08-29T08:16:12Z")
How do I make attics functional instead of just storage? --- ## [Should I renovate the garage to include organized storage systems?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-renovate-the-garage-to-include-organized-storage-systems/27998)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:15am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-renovate-the-garage-to-include-organized-storage-systems/27998 "2025-08-29T08:15:53Z")
Should I renovate the garage to include organized storage systems? --- ## [How do I balance bold design with timeless appeal?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-balance-bold-design-with-timeless-appeal/27993)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:15am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-balance-bold-design-with-timeless-appeal/27993 "2025-08-29T08:15:32Z")
How do I balance bold design with timeless appeal? --- ## [Should I invest in custom art niches or display walls?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-invest-in-custom-art-niches-or-display-walls/27989)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:15am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/should-i-invest-in-custom-art-niches-or-display-walls/27989 "2025-08-29T08:15:12Z")
Should I invest in custom art niches or display walls? --- ## [How do I use contrasting materials without clashing?](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-use-contrasting-materials-without-clashing/27986)
**Author:** [@Chick-asaw](https://home.renovation.reviews/u/Chick-asaw)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 8:14am UTC](https://home.renovation.reviews/t/how-do-i-use-contrasting-materials-without-clashing/27986 "2025-08-29T08:14:50Z")
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