Interior floor covering in Charleroi

Our flooring services

–  Installation of solid, engineered, or laminate flooring

–  Installation of interior tiles, with or without underfloor heating

–  Application of polished concrete for a contemporary finish

–  Restoration of old floors in terracotta or marble

–  Installation of carpet for bedrooms and circulation areas

Process of a flooring project

The precise measurement of each room determines the necessary quantities and identifies the constraints of the existing support, flatness, residual humidity, or the presence of an old covering that needs to be removed beforehand.

The preparation of the support always precedes the installation of the new covering: leveling, primer application, or anti-humidity treatment according to the needs identified during the initial diagnosis.

A standard flooring project lasts from two to five days per room depending on the chosen material and the condition of the existing support, including drying time.

Parquet, tiles or polished concrete: how to choose?

The parquet brings a visual and tactile warmth that is hard to match, especially appreciated in bedrooms and living rooms. Its main drawback remains its sensitivity to moisture, which limits its use in wet rooms.

The tiles remain the reference for kitchens and bathrooms, with unmatched water resistance and ease of maintenance. The choice of format and color strongly influences the perception of space, with a large format visually enlarging a small room.

The polished concrete is appealing for its contemporary look and visual continuity from one room to another, without visible joints. However, it requires a perfectly stable substrate and specific expertise to avoid any subsequent cracking.

Renovating an old floor: marble and terracotta

Old apartments in the center of Charleroi sometimes hide under a carpet or plastic covering a floor made of marble or old terracotta, worthy of restoration rather than replacement.

A preliminary diagnosis often reveals unsuspected potential beneath these surface coverings. Sanding and appropriate treatment then restore the charm of noble materials that are no longer manufactured under the same conditions today, with an authentic character that is difficult to recreate.

Regulations and VAT in Wallonia

The installation of a floor covering in a home over ten years old benefits from a 6% VAT rate, provided that the corresponding mention appears on the invoice from the registered contractor.

A change of floor covering generally does not require any urban planning procedure, except in the specific case of a classified or protected building in the regional heritage.

Carpet and textile coverings: still relevant?

The carpet remains appreciated in bedrooms for its softness underfoot and its insulating effect against noise and cold. Current ranges, more resistant to stains and easy to maintain, have far surpassed carpets from past decades.

In areas of heavy traffic, a textile covering wears out more quickly than tiles or parquet. Targeted use in rest areas rather than throughout the entire home remains the most sustainable solution in the long term.

Continuity of floors between rooms

A consistent choice of flooring between different rooms in a home visually enlarges the space and facilitates circulation, especially in modest-sized downtown apartments.

Some projects prioritize total continuity, using the same flooring from the living room to the open kitchen, while others prefer to mark a transition between living spaces and wet rooms, each with its own constraints and specific function.

Choice of materials and technical installation

Tiles or polished concrete are more resistant to moisture and impacts than traditional parquet flooring for a kitchen, although specifically treated parquet can also be suitable. Installing parquet over underfloor heating is possible as long as a compatible parquet and appropriate installation are chosen, with particular attention to the dimensional stability of the wood. Polished concrete, on the other hand, requires a professional: the technique demands precise control of the mixture and drying time between each layer, with amateur installation often resulting in visible cracks or irregularities.

Drying time, restoration of tiles, and property value

Generally, allow 48 to 72 hours before light traffic on new polished concrete, and several days before placing heavy furniture on the freshly treated surface. Restoring an old tile rather than replacing it is possible in many cases: sanding and appropriate treatment can restore its original shine, often a more economical solution than a complete replacement. The floor significantly influences the sale of a property: a degraded or dated floor gives a negative overall impression to the buyer, even if the rest of the home is in good condition.

A floor to renovate in Charleroi?

The precise measurement of each room allows for a cost estimate by type of flooring, before any financial commitment on your part and without surprises during the project.

We operate in Charleroi, in both Upper Town and Lower Town, as well as in all sections of the municipality such as Marcinelle or Jumet, with the same requirement for substrate preparation.

A well-chosen and well-installed floor permanently transforms the atmosphere of a room, while also enhancing the property's value for future resale or simply for the daily comfort of the occupants.

Whether the project concerns a single room to refresh or the entire apartment to harmonize, the same method applies: precise measurement, careful substrate preparation, and installation done according to the rules of the trade.