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Renovating an Apartment During the Nine Days

Question

Is it permissible to paint an apartment during the Nine Days?

Answer

Shalom!
It is forbidden to paint, plaster, or wallpaper in order to beautify the house during the Nine Days.
However, if it is not done for beautification, but rather due to damage to the house, such as a pipe that burst, fire, and the like, it is permitted.

Answered 17 July 2023 How answers are reviewed
Rabbi Israel Cohen
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Rabbi Israel Cohen
Answers questions at Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Smicha "Yoreh-Yoreh" (2012), Rav Amram Fried's Beit Horaah
Orach Chaim, Yoreh Deah
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Source

Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim 551:2

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