Houzz survey on remodeling and relationships uncovers some interesting statistics

The folks at Houzz conducted a survey on remodeling and relationships and uncovered some interesting stats:

"Pulling back the covers on remodeling and relationships, a new survey from Houzz reveals that while 46 percent of respondents found the remodeling and redecorating process with their significant other to be collaborative, the same amount found the experience frustrating and 12 percent admit to considering a separation or divorce mid-remodel.

Conflicting style is a major source of stress as one third of respondents do not like their significant other's design style.

76 percent shared their opinion with their significant other.

42 percent reported being stuck with items they hate but aren't allowed to get rid of yet one in five has gone ahead and removed a significant other's item without telling them. Some of the other hated items mentioned were antlers and other hunting trophies, wood paneling and old magazines.

One in five respondents have made a significant decision during the remodel process without telling their partner, from tearing down walls and picking paint colors to choosing furniture and appliances.

Four out of five survey respondents reported feeling more relaxed in their home after completing their project.

42 percent of respondents do more entertaining.

41 percent report an increase in their level of happiness with their significant other."

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Houzz survey on remodeling and relationships uncovers some interesting statistics