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Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast

Jenny Sheahan and Kate O'Driscoll

47 episodes

4 days ago

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 fabricsHilja - Kate’s originalStockholm - new and improvedWundaweb - iron-on hemming tapeNet curtain wire + hooksTension rods for cafe curtainsGlass film suppliers:CoatekGlassfilm.euLink to Kate’s cafe curtain tutorialSupport the show Fo...

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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 fabricsHilja - Kate’s originalStockholm - new and improvedWundaweb - iron-on hemming tapeNet curtain wire + hooksTension rods for cafe curtainsGlass film suppliers:CoatekGlassfilm.euLink to Kate’s cafe curtain tutorialSupport the show Fo...

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Episodes (20/47)

Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast

Listener Questions 3 - Cafe Curtains and Frosted Windows

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 fabricsHilja - Kate’s originalStockholm - new and improvedWundaweb - iron-on hemming tapeNet curtain wire + hooksTension rods for cafe curtainsGlass film suppliers:CoatekGlassfilm.euLink to Kate’s cafe curtain tutorialSupport the show Fo...

1 week ago

10 minutes

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Episode 43 - House Warming Podcast cross-episode

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 follow-up episode where we will discuss SEAI's Traditional Homes pilot scheme, designed with period homes in mi...

2 weeks ago

34 minutes

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Listener Questions 2 - Fifty Shades of White

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 GreeneSubtle - ColourtrendArctic Blonde - ColourtrendPowdered Shell - ColourtrendSoda Bread - ColourtrendTrigg - Farrelly & CoWimborne White - Farrow & BallOld White - Farrow & BallSchoolhouse White - ...

3 weeks ago

14 minutes

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Episode 42 - Quartz, Porcelain, or Natural Stone?

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 ripitupearlybird@gmail.com or via DM @ripitup_podcast_official on Instagram and we’ll answer on the pod! C...

1 month ago

30 minutes

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Listener Questions 1 - Bedside Tables

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 shelvesKave home floating shelvesZara Home floating shelvesHeadboard with built-in shelves: Kate’s Moebe bed frameKave Home IKEA NordliIkea HemnesBrands mentioned for good quality bedside lockers: HomesenseWest El...

1 month ago

12 minutes

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Episode 41 - Every Home Should Come With a Manual

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. Support the show Follow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

1 month ago

46 minutes

Rip It Up: The Renovations Podcast

Episode 40 - Top 40 Hits

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. Support the show Follow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

2 months ago

51 minutes

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Episode 39 - Latest and Greatest Kitchen Appliances

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. Support the show Follow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

3 months ago

56 minutes

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Episode 38 - Fix It Yourself: Essential Home Repairs

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.youtube.com/@Rip-It-Up Courses Mentioned DIY evening courses: https://www.adulteducationireland.ie/diy/Furni...

3 months ago

43 minutes

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Episode 37 - The Snag List

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 gift! Email us at ripitupearlybird@gmail.com to sign up. Support the show Follow us on Instagram - Je...

4 months ago

48 minutes

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Holiday Break and a Quick Update

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! Support the show Follow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

4 months ago

1 minute

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Episode 36 - Should You Project Manage Your Own Renovation?

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. Support the show Follow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

5 months ago

43 minutes

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Episode 35 - Rip It Up // The Interiors Podcast

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! Support the show Follow us on Instagram - Jenny is @workerscottage and Kate is @victorianrathmines

5 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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Episode 34 - Decluttering

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 CoVacuum bags (the Organised Store, Amazon, Homestore and More)Joseph JosephOxoThe Home EditHumdakinBrabantiaCommand hooksDyson dockPicture ledge shelvesAdverts.ie / Done DealVintedDepopOxfam Postback - https://www.oxfamireland.org/postback-donate-by-post-for-freeGreat accounts to follow on Insta Orla S...

6 months ago

40 minutes

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Episode 33 - Lighting Revisited

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 LightingHicken LightingLuminaire LightingWillie DugganLighting range in Woodies - the EditInternational Suppliers Dusk LightingLamp TwistThe Deco NookLampmastersPopup LightingAstroLight11.deF...

6 months ago

45 minutes

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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 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...

7 months ago

26 minutes

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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 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...

7 months ago

40 minutes

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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 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...

8 months ago

31 minutes

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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 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...

8 months ago

55 minutes

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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 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

8 months ago

38 minutes