Why choose Avenir Renovations?
A worn or unsuitable floor weighs on the entire interior
The floor occupies the entire surface of a room. It sets the mood, walking comfort, and acoustics.
A difficult flooring to live with
Stained carpet, swollen laminate near the patio door, cracked tiles or blackened joints: maintenance becomes tedious and the room appears older than it is.
In a family home, a damaged floor also raises hygiene and safety questions, with lifting planks or snagging tiles.
A cold or noisy floor
Ice-cold tiles above an uninsulated basement, a floor that resonates between two floors of an apartment: a new covering, combined with the right underlay, corrects these defects.
Above a garage or basement, it's also the time to check the floor insulation, which changes comfort more than the flooring itself.
An uneven or damp substrate
In old houses, screeds are rarely flat and sometimes damp. Without preparation, the new floor peels off, cracks, or deforms within a few months.
Thus, we check the flatness and humidity before choosing the flooring, not after.
Our flooring services in Leuven
Avenir Renovations offers various flooring solutions tailored to each room in your home. Our services guarantee comfort, aesthetics, and durability.
The most requested coverings in Leuven
Each material has its advantages. The right choice depends on the room, usage, and heating.
Warm and durable, wood flooring can be renovated several times during its life. Engineered wood is very suitable for underfloor heating, which is not always the case with solid wood.
Tiles made of porcelain stoneware resist everything and conduct heat well from a heated floor. Large formats reduce joints and visually enlarge the rooms.
For a heavily trafficked hall or kitchen, a full-body porcelain stoneware is chosen, which maintains its appearance even in case of chipping.
The polished concrete provides a seamless floor, without joints, highly appreciated in contemporary interiors and lofts converted from old industrial buildings.
It requires a perfectly stable substrate and careful application in several layers. Well protected by a varnish, it is easily maintained with soapy water.
For a hall, a bathroom, or a reception room, marble adds a character that few materials can match. It requires careful installation and maintenance.
The terracotta tile is suitable for character homes and kitchens with a more traditional style.
It is protected with an oil or wax that enhances its color and limits stains. Over time, it develops a patina that adds to its charm.
In a bedroom or an office, carpet remains unbeatable for acoustic comfort and warmth underfoot.
Current models are more stain-resistant and easier to maintain than before. However, it is best to avoid laying it in damp rooms or in an entrance hall.
Very present in recent renovations, vinyl planks convincingly imitate wood or stone. It is quiet, water-resistant, and for most models, compatible with underfloor heating. A good option for a kitchen, a student room, or a rented apartment.
Cost-effective and quick to install, laminate is suitable for bedrooms and offices. Choose an appropriate usage class for foot traffic and an acoustic underlay, especially in apartments.
It is installed quickly, often clipped onto an underlay, making it a good solution for renovating a room in a day.
Whether original or new, cement tiles add character to a hall, kitchen, or bathroom. Those found in old houses in the center are often easier to clean, repair, and protect than one might think.
How much does a floor covering cost in Leuven?
Material, type of installation, and condition of the substrate make up the bulk of the price. Our page on floor renovation prices details the items. Price ranges include VAT at the reduced rate of 6% for a home over ten years old, supply and installation.
| Type of work | Factors affecting the price | Indicative price including VAT |
| Vinyl or laminate installed | Usage class, click or glued, underlay | 35 to 70 € / m² |
| Porcelain stoneware tiles installed | Tile format, substrate preparation | 70 to 140 € / m² |
| Engineered wood flooring installed | Wood species, wear layer thickness, installation type | 75 to 150 € / m² |
| Solid wood flooring installed and varnished | Wood species, installation pattern | 100 to 190 € / m² |
| Polished concrete | Surface, number of layers, finish | 110 to 180 € / m² |
| Self-leveling or new screed | Thickness, integrated insulation | 20 to 60 € / m² |
| Sanding and varnishing of existing parquet | Condition, board repairs | 30 to 55 € / m² |
Before estimating, we measure the humidity of the screed and check its flatness with a ruler. Under a carpet, we lift a corner to see what is hidden underneath. The quote distinguishes preparation, supply, and installation.
Example: for the ground floor of a townhouse in Leuven, approximately forty-five square meters, the removal of an old tile floor, a self-leveling, and the installation of engineered wood flooring often costs between 6,000 and 9,500 euros including VAT.
Procedures and points of attention for your floors in Leuven
Asbestos in old coverings
Some flexible floor tiles laid before the nineties, as well as their adhesives, may contain asbestos. If the asbestos certificate of the house mentions them, or in case of doubt, a sample should be analyzed before removal. The removal is then done according to strict rules, without dry sanding.
Apartment floors
In co-ownership, the regulations often impose a minimum acoustic insulation under a new hard covering, to protect the neighbors below. This point should be checked with the property manager before choosing tiles or parquet.
VAT and floor insulation
Installing a new floor in a house over ten years old is charged at the reduced VAT rate of 6%, including supply when it is the company that delivers it. If you are redoing the screed of a ground floor, it is also the time to insulate the floor: this insulation can be supported by Mijn VerbouwPremie for income categories 3 and 4.
Why entrust your floors to Avenir Renovations in Leuven?
Advice on the right material
Compatibility with underfloor heating, water resistance in humid rooms, heavy use with children or pets: we guide you towards the suitable flooring, not the most expensive.
A sample placed in the room, in daylight, also helps a lot in making a decision.
A proper installation
Respect for drying times, expansion joints, clean cuts, careful connections between rooms. Installation defects are visible every day for twenty years.
The thresholds between rooms, the cuts around the frames, and the baseboards are treated with the same care as the rest.
The right timing in the schedule
The floor arrives after plumbing, electricity, and plastering, before painting the baseboards. Coordinated, it does not suffer from shocks or touch-ups.
When the floor is laid, it is protected until the end of the project by panels or a suitable film.
Three technical points to know
Parquet and underfloor heating
Both go well together with a glued engineered wood parquet and a stable species. A thick solid wood slows down heat and reacts more to temperature variations.
The water temperature of the heating is also limited to preserve the wood.
The drying of a new screed
A traditional screed must dry for several weeks before laying parquet or vinyl. Its moisture is measured before any installation: this is a common cause of warped floors.
Vinyl rather than laminate in the kitchen
Vinyl is much more resistant to water. Laminate swells if it remains damp at the joints, which happens quickly in front of a sink or dishwasher.
Some rigid vinyls imitate stone or tiles very well.
Frequently asked questions about flooring in Leuven
What is the most durable floor for a house with children?
Ceramic tile remains the most resistant to impacts, water, and scratches. Vinyl planks are a good compromise, warmer and quieter. A varnished parquet also holds up well but retains marks from the strongest impacts.
Can a new floor be laid over the old tiles?
Yes, often, if the tiles are stable, level, and well adhered. Vinyl, laminate, or floating parquet can be laid on top after possible leveling. It is then necessary to check the height of the doors and thresholds.
How long does it take to install a floor?
A room with vinyl or laminate can be installed in one day. Tiling takes two to three days with the joints, while polished concrete requires several days due to the successive layers. A new screed also requires several weeks of drying.
How to renovate an old oak parquet?
A complete sanding removes old finishes and stains, then varnishing or oil protects the wood. Damaged planks can be replaced with reclaimed planks of the same species for an invisible repair.
Renovate or replace? Let's talk on-site
An old floor can sometimes be saved for a fraction of the cost of a new one. A recent tile can receive a new covering without demolition. We'll tell you frankly during the visit.
The visit is free and without obligation. We come to see your floors, we measure, and you receive a clear estimate for each option.
Agency Avenir
Rénovations
for Interior flooring in Leuven
An expert to take charge of your renovation projects and guarantee deadlines, budgets and quality of all services.
