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Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast

Jenny Sheahan and Kate O"Driscoll

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. They 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 unturned.As well as being a management consultant, Jenny writes a weekly home column in a national Irish newspaper as

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Episode 32 - Live at the Ideal Home Show April 2025

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2025/04/17

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 questions, to Jo Linehan for the fabulous interview, and to the whole team for having us on stage! We talked all about how to keep your renovation on budget, on time, and in style. Note as this was recorded in a busy environment there will be some background noise, but we did our best to make it sound good. Support the show Follow us on In...

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Episode 31 - Hiding Chaos in Style: Clever Laundry...

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2025/04/03

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 to hide the chaos in style. Items mentioned: Cordless vacuum charger dock plus attachments holderAdhesive broom holdersElfa System / Boaxel System (Ikea) - wire shelves and fittings for laundry and utilitiesDehumidifier - Meaco and DeLonghi Swedish airing cupboards - Asko and Nimo VerkenFoxy Dry/Sheila MaidLaundry chute Washer...

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Episode 30 - Pump up the Heat

Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast ·

2025/03/20

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 we made the decisions in our previous homes around which type of boiler to choose, radiators, underfloor heating, and heat pumps. We will tell you all about the mistakes we made and the things that we would do again. Items mentioned: Combi-boilersUnderfloor heating (gas)Devimats (electric underfloor heating - for small areas)Skirting-b...

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Episode 29 - The Gaff Goddess: Laura de Barra

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2025/03/06

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 looking for when viewing property as well as keeping it all running smoothly once you've moved in. So sit back and prepare yourself for a schooling by the Gaff Goddess herself. Items mentioned: Laura de Barra books - Gaff Goddess, Decor Galore, and Garment GoddessLighting - look for lower Kelvins for warm, cosy lightingUse smart bulbs for l...

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38:34

Episode 28 - Avoid These Renovation Mistakes

Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast ·

2025/02/20

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 save you time and money by learning from our mistakes, so be sure to listen to the whole episode! Support the show Follow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

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Episode 27 - Grainne Gillett's Victorian Cottage...

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2025/02/06

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 in Dublin, documenting every step of the transformation and getting very hands-on in the process. With a keen eye for interiors and an impressive DIY skill set, Gráinne has inspired countless people to take on their own renovation projects. Support the show Follow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianr...

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Episode 26 - Christmas Gift Guide

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2024/12/05

For the last episode of 2024, Kate and Jenny take you through their ultimate Christmas gift guideBest homewares / interiors gift we gotJoseph Joseph nesting bowlsPrints / artwork / framed photographyDried flowers (thecrate.ie)Anything with a gift receipt!Cheeseboards (personalised - check out slated.ie)Serving plattersPlantsLa Boule - Villeroy & BochThrow - McNutt of DonegalHugo Byrne knives Móinéir - Wicklow Way Wines - Irish fruit winesSheepskin slippers - Irish Hide DesignsCoffee ...

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Episode 24 - Christmas Decorations

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2024/11/21

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 beautiful and chic to the gaudy and fun; from the DIY to the sustainable to the slightly more outlandish, we've got you covered.Items mentioned:Flat Christmas trees - zig zag garland on wall using Command HooksWooden Christmas Trees - from Mon Sapin Woody (monsapinwoody.fr)Dried fruit as decorationsEucalyptus garlandHoneycomb paper ball...

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Episode 24 - Window Dressings

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2024/11/07

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:Roman blindsEmma J ShipleyHilja (ikea voile fabric)Lille - avoidNet curtain wireCafe curtainsPassementerie trimPinch peatRecessed tracksMotorised tracksSwitchbot - solar powered motor for opening and closing curtains and blindsHarry Corry for curtain railsThe Fabric Outlet, Newbridge, KildareSupport the showFollow us on Instagram - Jenny is...

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Episode 23 - Live at the Ideal Home Show

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2024/10/24

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 October, 2024.There is a little bit of background noise, but if you weren't able to make it in person then we hope you enjoy this live recording! Special shout out to Rowan for making it possible.Support the showFollow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

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Episode 22 - Temporary Fixes for Rentals or...

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2024/10/10

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 can implement easily and without breaking the bank to make your home feel a little bit more comfortable while you're there.Items mentioned:Tension rods for temporary curtainsVoile curtains - lightweight - Ikea HiljaWindow insulation filmBrush stripsDraft excluderFoil balloons for chimneysContact paper / vinyl wrapWindow film - reeded or f...

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Episode 21 - Beds

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2024/09/26

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 about picking your perfect bed, your perfect mattress, and your perfect sleep set-up.Items mentioned:Get Laid BedsMade.comMLILYYour Sleep Number BedsMoebeOttoman BedTempurMemory Foam MattressesPocket Spring MattressesSlat capsSupport the showFollow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

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Episode 20 - Gadgets

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2024/09/12

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 soon!Items mentioned:KITCHEN GADGETSRice cooker Waffle ironCoffee Machine - NinjaStand mixer - pasta attachments and ice-cream maker - Jenny has the Kitchen Aid and Kate has the KMix.ThermomixTortilla warmerAir fryer - with rotisserieSlushie maker - Ninja (for frozen margaritas!)Multifunction/steam oven - steamer, sous vide, proving...

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Episode 19 - Georgina Wilson, Special Guest

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2024/08/27

Kate and Jenny are excited to bring you a very special guest - award winning Australian architect Georgina Wilson, founder of Georgina Wilson Associates and Ask an Architect. Get ready for an absolute goldmine episode, chock-a-block with renovation revelations, and check out askanarchitect.co for more.For this episode, we are very proud to be sponsored by Floretry. Floretry crafts contemporary floral designs that evoke a connection to the Irish landscape. With a commitment to sustainabi...

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Episode 18 - Budget Friendly Renovation

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2024/08/08

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 it doesn't have to compromise aesthetics. But keeping on top of your budget throughout your whole renovation is sure to save you some money in the end.Items mentioned:- Jenny's budget tracker is available at jennysheahan.com- Lefroy Brooks (bathrooms)- Villeroy & Boch (bathroom)- Kitchen Aid stand mixer- First Fix (stage of

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Episode 17 - Finding Your Style

Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast ·

2024/07/25

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 it all together in your own space. Kate and Jenny will take you through some tips and tricks to get that professional look. Topics Referenced7 Principles of Interior DesignCreating Style BoardsCanva Google Slides / PowerPointMad About the House by Kate Watson-SmythThe Great Indoors Podcast by Kate Watson-Smyth and Sophie Robin...

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Episode 16 - Guide to Grants

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2024/07/11

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 available in Ireland.Grants mentioned - check out https://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/housing/housing-grants-and-schemes/ for a thorough guide:Home Renovation Incentive - if works were done between 2013 - 2018 you could claim up to €4050Solar / PV panels grant.Individual home energy upgrade grant - if you are choosing individual energy ef...

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Episode 15 - Thrifting

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2024/05/30

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 advice for bringing pre-loved items back to their former glory. (Please excuse my scratchy voice in this episode, I had a sore throat! - Jenny.)Where to shop for second hand deals:- adverts.ie- donedeal.ie- Kilkenny Architectural Salvage- Pamono.eu- The Vintage Hub- Pete’s Antiques- Acquired.ie- Francis Street, Dublin - full of antiqu...

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Episode 14 - Gardens

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2024/05/16

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 another room in your home. Kate and Jenny discuss everything from furniture and outdoor kitchens to plants and lighting, making your gardens such a haven you'll never want to go back indoors!Follow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

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47:33

Episode 13 - Layouts

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2024/05/02

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