Renovation guides for Montreal

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Kitchen after Ébénisterie SAM's work: cream raised-panel cabinets, beadboard island and black granite counter — Cuisine : nouvelles portes à panneaux, îlot lambrissé et comptoir conservéProject by Ébénisterie SAM

Kitchen before the work: original white cabinets and black counter — Cuisine : nouvelles portes à panneaux, îlot lambrissé et comptoir conservéProject by Ébénisterie SAM

Bathroom after: custom walnut vanity, white counter and full-width mirror — Salle de bain : vanité sur mesure en noyer et nouvel éclairageProject by Ébénisterie SAM

Bathroom before: laminate vanity and original light fixtures — Salle de bain : vanité sur mesure en noyer et nouvel éclairageProject by Ébénisterie SAM

Bathroom after: black-framed glass shower, freestanding tub and grey tile — Salle de bain : bain encastré remplacé par une douche vitrée et un bain autoportantProject by Ébénisterie SAM

Bathroom before: built-in tub with grey tile and yellow walls — Salle de bain : bain encastré remplacé par une douche vitrée et un bain autoportantProject by Ébénisterie SAM

How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Montreal in 2026?
How much does a kitchen renovation cost in Montreal? 2026 ranges by project type ($8,000 to $20,000 for refacing, $35,000 to $90,000 turnkey), what moves the price and how to save.
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How much does a bathroom renovation cost in Montreal in 2026?
How much does a bathroom cost in Montreal? 2026 ranges ($2,500 to $6,000 for a vanity, $20,000 to $45,000 turnkey), what moves the price and the timelines.
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Renovation permits in Montreal: when do you need one?
Which work requires a permit in Montreal (load-bearing wall, basement, plumbing, facade, PIIA), who issues it, how long it takes and how we prepare the application.
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Refacing or a new kitchen: how to choose?
Cabinet refacing or a new kitchen? Comparison of costs, timelines, durability and the cases where each option fits, with a checklist for your cabinet boxes.
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How much do custom kitchen cabinets cost in Montreal in 2026?
How much do custom kitchen cabinets cost in Montreal? 2026 ranges: $35,000 to $90,000 for high-end cabinets, $8,000 to $20,000 for refacing.
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Solid wood, veneer or lacquer: which material should you choose for your cabinets?
Solid wood, veneer or lacquer kitchen cabinets? Look, durability, care, repairs and relative price compared, with practical advice for Montreal homes.
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Cabinetmaker or kitchen designer: who should you hire for your kitchen?
Cabinetmaker or kitchen designer for your Montreal kitchen? What each one does, when to choose which, and the questions to ask before you sign.
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