Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast

Sorted for Christmas - you're welcome!  Thomas Lynham Ceramics Orla Walsh Artist Ciara O’Neill Art Martina’s Palette Tina Reid Art Luke Reidy Art Button Studio Intelligent Tea Jimmy Lawlor Wrapped in Kindness Aoife McLaughlin Ardmore Pottery Jerpoint Glass Motly Designs George Casey Catering (also does cooking classes) Kids Books - Tales for Tadpoles Seven Oak Steele Snugi Knitwear Little Rol...

This is the second of two episodes that we recorded with the SEAI's Housewarming podcast. In this episode, we talk to Steven Farrell from the SEAI about the new Traditional Homes Pilot Scheme. This is for you if you are doing up a period home and have maybe found it difficult to navigate the currently available grants because your home is listed or has conservation restrictions. Visit SEAI.ie...

In between full episodes we will be fielding listener questions about their renovations. So if you have a burning question send us a voice-note on Instagram at @ripitup_podcast_official or via email to ripitupearlybird@gmail.com . Items mentioned: Poly-velvet Velour Boucle Microfibre Aniline leather Dr Beckmanns  Textured herringbone  Follow the podcast on Instagram @ripitup_podcast_official, or f...

This week we’re diving into dining - from compact kitchen nooks to dramatic dining rooms, we'll go through design, layouts, materials, and lighting to help you create a dining room that is both beautiful and practical for everyday living. Editor's note: We were short on time today and are talking super fast to fit everything in - we understand if you need to play this episode at half spe...

In between full episodes we will be fielding listener questions about their renovations. So if you have a burning question send us a voice-note on Instagram at @ripitup_podcast_official or via email to ripitupearlybird@gmail.com . Items mentioned: Ikea curtain fabrics Hilja - Kate’s original Stockholm - new and improved Wundaweb - iron-on hemming tape Net curtain wire + hooks Tension rods for cafe...

This week we are bringing you a shared episode which we recorded with Kim Buckley, host of SEAI's House Warming podcast, to talk about the range of energy upgrades that we both made across our various home renovations. Visit SEAI.ie to check out the range of supports they have available if you're planning to make energy efficient upgrades to your home, and keep your ears tuned for a foll...

In between full episodes we will be fielding listener questions about their renovations. So if you have a burning question send us a voice-note or a message at @ripitup_podcast_official on Instagram or ripitupearlybird@gmail.com . Our favourite (off)white paints: Slaked Lime - Little Greene Subtle - Colourtrend Arctic Blonde - Colourtrend Powdered Shell - Colourtrend Soda Bread - Colourtrend Trigg...

Are you bamboozled by kitchen countertops? Can’t tell your quartz from your quartzite or think marble is just a fancy tile? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. From the grit of quartzite to the ease of porcelain and the affordability of laminate, we’ll help you choose the perfect countertop material for your kitchen. PLUS - do you have a burning question for us? Send a short voicenote to ripitupea...

In between full episodes we will be fielding listener questions about their renovations. So if you have a burning question send us a voice-note at @ripitup_podcast_official on Instagram or ripitupearlybird@gmail.com . Items mentioned: Floating shelf with drawers: Sklum floating shelves Kave home floating shelves Zara Home floating shelves Headboard with built-in shelves: Kate’s Moebe bed frame Kav...

We feel every home should come with a manual, and if it’s your first time owning a home there may be things that you don’t know about how to keep things running smoothly or what to do if things go wrong. From shutting off water to testing your smoke alarms and having an emergency kit at the ready, here are all of our best tips to avoid disaster and keep your home in great shape. Follow the podcast...

 This is episode 40 and to celebrate, we're playing our top 40 hits - a rapid fire discussion of a favourite highlight from each of our previous episodes. If you're a longtime listener, this episode is a great summary of all of our best tips. If you're new here, this is the perfect place to start to help you to find which of our previous episodes will be the most useful for you. Fol...

From budget hobs to luxury fridges that cost more than most peoples' first car, today we're diving into the wonderful and some times bewildering world of kitchen appliances. Whether you're a microwave only chef, or a combi-oven connoisseur, we've got the low down on what's hot, what's cool, and what's just plain overpriced. Follow the podcast on Instagram @ripitu...

Last week Jenny and Kate spoke about renovation snag lists - but what if your builder doesn't come back? Small issues like hairline cracks in paint or needing to re-seal a bathtub are normal and totally doable yourself. This episode is all about how to do just that so you can tackle basic home maintenance with confidence (and a can of WD40). Watch this episode on YouTube at https://www.youtub...

Jenny and Kate discuss what happens as you near the end of your renovation. How much retention can you expect, what should you look for in your final walkthrough, and our tips for handling difficult conversations when something inevitably goes wrong. A huge thank you to everyone who signed up for our early bird list - look out for an email from us soon, including Kate's snag list as a welcome...

Register your interest for our early bird list at ripitupearlybird@gmail.com - just send us your name and say "I'm interested!", and we will add you to the list. We'll be back in two weeks with our next episode! Follow the podcast on Instagram @ripitup_podcast_official, or follow us - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

Today Jenny and Kate are discussing the pros and cons of project managing your own renovation versus enlisting the services of renovation professionals such as architects, designers, and quantity surveyors. Is it worth the stress to save some money? Let’s get into it. Follow the podcast on Instagram @ripitup_podcast_official, or follow us - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

Today you lucky listeners are getting two for the price of one! Jenny and Kate are joined by Tanya Neufeld Flanagan - interior designer and host of The Interiors Podcast. This episode delves into the biggest renovation mistakes, helping you skip the stress and the screw-ups! Follow the podcast on Instagram @ripitup_podcast_official, or follow us - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrat...

We are in full spring cleaning mode. So for this episode, we're giving you all our best tips for decluttering and staying reasonably organised (we're not Marie Kondo!). Items mentioned: Clossy Co Vacuum bags (the Organised Store, Amazon, Homestore and More) Joseph Joseph Oxo The Home Edit Humdakin Brabantia Command hooks Dyson dock Picture ledge shelves Adverts.ie / Done Deal Vinted Depo...

Jenny and Kate dive into the second installment of their lighting series, sharing clever hacks to upgrade your lighting without having to rewire, plus a big bonus list of favourite brands and suppliers. Featuring an exclusive reveal of Kate's gorgeous new lighting! Items Mentioned: Irish suppliers Mullan Lighting Hicken Lighting Luminaire Lighting Willie Duggan Lighting range in Woodies - the...

 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 s...

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 holder Adhesive broom holders Elfa System / Boaxel System (Ikea) - wire shelves and fittings for laundry and utilities Dehumidifier - Meaco and DeLongh...

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. Ite...

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,...

 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! Follow the podcast on Instagram @ripitup_podcast_official, or follow us - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

 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....