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Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast
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In the Rip it Up podcast, RTE's Home of the Year winner Jenny and finalist Kate step the listener through everything they've learned in buying a wreck of a house and turning it into a dream home. We demystify the entire renovation journey, from finding the right house, all the way through the renovation process, from picking a builder, to choosing wallpaper. No brick will be left…
Episodes
- Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast
Episode 32 - Live at the Ideal Home Show April 2025
This episode was recorded live on the DFS stage at the Ideal Home Show in Dublin in April, 2025. Thank you to our lovely audience for listening and asking…
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Episode 31 - Hiding Chaos in Style: Clever Laundry and Utility Room Design
Today Jenny and Kate are tackling the hardest working spaces in your home - utility rooms, laundry rooms, boot rooms, and all the clever cabinets and gadgets…
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Episode 30 - Pump up the Heat
Kate and Jenny are turning up the heat - that's right, it's all about heating systems. It's not a topic that we're experts on, but we will take you through how…
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Episode 29 - The Gaff Goddess: Laura de Barra
We are joined by the inimitable Laura de Barra. She is a three-time best-selling author and "SheIY" expert who is going to tell us everything we should be…
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Episode 28 - Avoid These Renovation Mistakes
In this episode, Kate and Jenny discuss the main renovation mistakes that we have either made ourselves or that we have seen our clients making. We want to…
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Episode 27 - Grainne Gillett's Victorian Cottage Renovation
Today on Rip It Up we are joined by Gráinne Gillett who became an internet renovation sensation in 2022 when she took on a seriously rundown Victorian cottage…
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Episode 26 - Christmas Gift Guide
For the last episode of 2024, Kate and Jenny take you through their ultimate Christmas gift guide Best homewares / interiors gift we got Joseph Joseph nesting…
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Episode 25 - Christmas Decorations
We don't want to cause any panic, but it is nearly time to start thinking about Christmas. So here are all of our top tips for Christmas decorations, from the…
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Episode 24 - Window Dressings
In this episode, Kate and Jenny pull back the curtains (literally) to talk all things window dressings, from sleek blinds to cosy curtains. Items mentioned…
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Episode 23 - Live at the Ideal Home Show
For this special live episode, Kate and Jenny are interviewed by the fabulous Jo Linehan from GAFF Interiors live onstage at the ideal home show in Dublin in…
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Episode 22 - Temporary Fixes for Rentals or Pre-Renovation
Maybe you are in a short-term rental or maybe you are living in your home before you renovate it. Either way, this episode is all about quick fixes that you…
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Episode 21 - Beds
You spend a third of your life in bed, so getting the right one is important! In this episode, Kate and Jenny take you through everything you need to know…
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Episode 20 - Gadgets
This episode is all about Kate and Jenny's favourite household gadgets and gizmos. We had a lot to talk about here so there will be another follow-on episode…
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Episode 19 - Georgina Wilson, Special Guest
Kate and Jenny are excited to bring you a very special guest - award winning Australian architect Georgina Wilson, founder of Georgina Wilson Associates and…
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Episode 18 - Budget Friendly Renovation
In this episode, Kate and Jenny take you through some key tips for how you can stay on budget during your renovation. It doesn't have to compromise quality and…
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Episode 17 - Finding Your Style
In today's episode, Kate and Jenny help you to find your interior style. You know what you like and you have pictures, but you're not sure exactly how to pull…
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Episode 16 - Guide to Grants
In this episode, Kate and Jenny give you the details of how to avail of the energy efficiency, conservation, vacant property, and derelict property grants…
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Episode 15 - Thrifting
In this episode Kate and Jenny are talking about thrifting, giving their best tips for finding unique pieces, knowing how to spot a bargain, and some upcycling…
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Episode 14 - Gardens
Following an absolute scorcher of a week in Ireland, Kate and Jenny are talking about gardens, and how a planned out well garden can be as good as having…
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Episode 13 - Layouts
In this episode, Kate and Jenny give you their best tips and some simple guidelines to follow for getting the layout of each room just right. Items mentioned…
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Episode 12 - Storage
In this episode, Jenny and Kate discuss how to design for clever storage solutions during the renovation process. We are delighted to be sponsored by the…
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Episode 11 - Windows and Doors
In this episode, Kate and Jenny go through everything to do with choosing the right external windows and doors - from your front door to Crittall-style doors…
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Episode 10 - Flooring
This episode is all about flooring. So whether you're thinking of cozy carpet, timeless timber, or luxury lino, Kate and Jenny have got you covered. Visit our…
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Episode 9 - Expert Q&A - Farrelly & Co Painting
Kate and Jenny are joined by Rachel and Alan - professional painters and founders of Farrelly & Co, an Irish premium painting company. Rachel and Alan answer…
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Episode 8 - Bathrooms
In this episode about bathrooms, Kate and Jenny delve into everything from taps and toilets to tiles and tanking. Items mentioned: - Terrazzo and Zellige…
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Episode 7 - Paint Colours
In this episode, Kate and Jenny dive into how to choose the perfect paint colours for your home, whether premium brand paints are worth it, and how to create a…
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Episode 6 - Lighting
In this episode, Kate and Jenny discuss the importance of creating a lighting plan for your home, and how to get the right style, brightness, and ambiance for…
Rip It Up: The Renovations PodcastEpisode 5 - The Renovation Process
In this episode, Kate & Jenny will step the listener through the building process, talk through key construction terminology and sequencing, and highlight key…
Rip It Up: The Renovations PodcastEpisode 4 - Furniture
In this episode, Kate and Jenny talk through all the key items of furniture you may need to buy along your renovation journey. They cover everything from…
Rip It Up: The Renovations PodcastEpisode 3 - Kitchens Part II
Following on from the previous Episode 2 on kitchens, this 3rd episode is a deep dive into choosing the right kitchen materials, from joinery to counter tops…
Rip It Up: The Renovations PodcastEpisode 2 - Kitchens Part I
This episode is all about kitchens where Kate & Jenny cover everything from functional layout to colours and countertops. They talk through all the decisions…
Rip It Up: The Renovations PodcastEpisode 1 - Introductions & Our Renovation Journeys
In episode one, Jenny & Kate introduce themselves and talk through their own house buying and renovation journeys. Jenny renovated a small cottage in Dublin…