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December 8, 2022
Choosing carpet for small rooms is just as fun as when selecting floor coverings for larger spaces. Your choice of carpet will not make a small […]
October 5, 2022
After an extremely long hot summer it has been good to experience some cooler weather for a change……. There has been a definite change in the season […]
August 22, 2022
Camon is a medieval, fortified village in the Ariège known locally as ‘La Petite Carcassonne’. One of the things I love about my work is the […]
May 31, 2022
We travel the length and breadth of France visiting clients and fitting carpets. So, from time-to-time it is great when we have two clients situated within […]
May 31, 2022
We travel the length and breadth of France visiting clients and fitting carpets. So, from time-to-time it is great when we have two clients situated within […]
May 3, 2022
One of the songs I remember well from my younger days was Led Zeppelin’s Stairway to Heaven… it’s a great tune and a personal favourite. The […]
May 3, 2022
One of the songs I remember well from my younger days was Led Zeppelin’s Stairway to Heaven… it’s a great tune and a personal favourite. The […]
April 5, 2022
Gold is an opulent colour, full of warmth and offers a touch of luxury. That is why gold is such a great choice for carpet; and […]
March 1, 2022
I enjoy our trips to the French Alps. This year, we have been twice already to fit carpet in the Alpine region for two separate clients. […]
February 2, 2022
Clients sometimes ask whether it is still possible to order British made carpets for their homes in France. Yes – most certainly! There is no doubt […]
November 30, 2021
Despite the ongoing challenges we are facing with the pandemic, 2021 has been another interesting and successful year, with lots of different projects to keep us […]
November 3, 2021
There is something magical about trains, don’t you think? We all love the chance to travel in style aboard a beautiful train carriage, with its classy […]
October 5, 2021
Recently we have been adding to our extensive range of carpet suppliers with some exciting new brands, dealing directly with producers to ease availability issues. Associated […]
August 30, 2021
Many of us dream of owning our very own château one day. For Andrew and Katie, this dream has come true – and they are the […]
August 9, 2021
Over the years we have been fortunate to lay carpet in all sorts of places: cosy city apartments, country cottages and several grand châteaux. Boats, too! […]
July 9, 2021
If you’re thinking of giving your flooring a fresh new look why not consider vinyl flooring? While it’s fair to say that several years ago many […]
June 7, 2021
Last month we travelled south for a carpet fitting job in the tiny principality of Andorra. This country is located between France and Spain high in […]
April 30, 2021
This year I have been in the carpet and flooring business, in one form or another, for 45 years. So it’s fair to say that I […]
April 30, 2021
It has been a busy start to the year. We really value our long-standing relationship with UK carpet manufacturers, and behind the scenes Andrea and I […]
February 25, 2021
Last year, my son Joel started working with me full-time. We are now a real father-and-son company! I am really proud to have Joel on board. […]
January 19, 2021
2021 has started as last year finished – extremely busy. January has already seen us out and about visiting clients to measure up as well manage […]
December 15, 2020
Well, 2020 has been quite a year, hasn’t it? I am sure that none of us will forget these last 12 months. It has been a […]
November 10, 2020
We have lived in the Corrèze, located in the heart of France, since 2006. It’s fair to say that we decided on this beautiful area almost […]
October 8, 2020
It’s always exciting when a new carpet range is launched. I have worked in the carpet industry for a long time and I have seen how […]
August 11, 2020
It has been incredibly hectic over the last couple of months since lockdown ended, with lots of new enquiries. Thank you! Normally I spend most of […]
July 10, 2020
Summer is here, the skies are blue (ok, for a lot of the time!) and many of us are dreaming of walks along the beach or […]
June 5, 2020
Like many of you, I have spent some of the time during lockdown decorating our home. Our house is mostly painted white currently, so this year […]
May 8, 2020
The lockdown restrictions in France are easing and we are delighted to say that we have reopened our office. We can now book appointments from Monday […]
April 6, 2020
These are crazy – and yes scary – times that we going through at the moment, I’m sure you’ll agree. Family means everything to all of […]
March 9, 2020
I read recently that 1 in 2 homes in France have either a dog or a cat – and it’s fair to say that Andrea and […]
February 5, 2020
During the course of the year, I travel thousands of kilometres visiting client’s homes. It’s a great way to discover what a tremendously varied country France […]
January 13, 2020
Many of our customers have lived in France for several years. They love the unique service we offer; for example, we come to your home to […]
December 4, 2019
Stripes are an extremely versatile pattern for use with carpet, especially stair runners. They provide elegant simplicity as well as a classical feel and will stand […]
November 6, 2019
Yes that’s right! We now have in stock 8 rolls of carpet in various colours from our trusted UK manufacturing partners Abingdon and Cormar. The carpets […]
October 7, 2019
Reducing the use of plastic and recycling plastic is of course a subject that is increasingly discussed. It is an issue that affects all of us […]
September 3, 2019
Did you know the average home loses up to 10% of its heat due to uninsulated floors? We all are increasingly aware of the need to […]
August 5, 2019
What is your favourite place in France? We moved to France in 2006 and we are happily settled in the Limousin. In that time we have […]
July 5, 2019
There is much less carpet fitted in French homes and sometimes we are asked by customers as to why it is more difficult to find quality […]
June 7, 2019
Wool is the ultimate, 100% naturally renewable fibre and is the perfect choice if you are looking for carpet that offers warmth, comfort, style and durability. […]
May 7, 2019
The 1970s: glitz and glam was definitely in… mini-skirts, bell bottom jeans and plenty of bright, bold colours. In the charts, David Bowie, The Sex Pistols […]
April 9, 2019
If you are looking for flooring which is practical, hardwearing, beautiful – and affordable – then why not consider Luxury Vinyl Tiles? Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) […]
March 7, 2019
Stair runners are the perfect way to provide floor covering for stairs. They are more comfy under foot, are generally safer (falls on the stairs are […]
February 7, 2019
Let’s face it – we all know that children and pets can be messy at times. Spills, muddy boots or dirty paw prints… and accidents can […]
February 7, 2019
Let’s face it – we all know that children and pets can be messy at times. Spills, muddy boots or dirty paw prints… and accidents can […]
January 9, 2019
Looking to brighten up your home with fresh, bold colour – with carpet that will add style and create a real ‘wow’ factor? There is no […]
December 3, 2018
It has been quite a year for Jon and Andrea Prince. The birth of their second granddaughter; the opening of a new showroom; an increasing range […]
November 2, 2018
Summer is finally over with many parts of France already experiencing their first snow of the winter…. and on chilly mornings there is nothing to beat […]
October 2, 2018
If you like to touch and feel a carpet before you buy and would like to order directly from our showroom we have some exciting news […]
September 1, 2018
Keeping your carpet looking clean and fresh is important to us and nowadays this is easy to do with modern carpets designed to withstand everyday spills […]
July 4, 2018
If you are looking to buy carpet for your French home, it can be frustrating to find flooring of the quality, price and design that you […]
June 12, 2018
Patterned carpets have certainly come a long way since the 1970s. Some of you will remember the garish swirls and highly detailed patterns that were so […]
March 8, 2018
Did you know that you can now have carpet which can be used inside or outside the home? Well you can. Alternative Flooring recently launched their […]
February 1, 2018
What do you love most about living in France? There’s plenty of choice after all. But what do you also miss as an expat? Read […]
January 9, 2018
Looking for beautiful carpet to fit in your French home? 2018 is a year which will see more new styles and options for you to choose […]
December 6, 2017
If you are looking to choose new flooring for your home in 2018, then there are a few useful tips to think about. We’ve worked in […]
October 3, 2017
Bold is back… that’s right: if you are looking for carpet for your home in France and love confident, strong colours then have a look at […]
September 1, 2017
Nothing characterises a home quite like carpet. More and more people are rediscovering the pleasure of having quality carpet fitted in their house in France – […]
June 26, 2017
Fitting carpet on the stairs will add warmth and style to your home and has the added benefit of reducing noise – and can even provide […]
May 10, 2017
Did you know that quality, British-made carpet from top UK manufacturing brands is easily available in France? When people buy a property in France, whether as […]
April 5, 2017
If you are considering buying carpets or flooring for your home in France, there are a number of important things to take into account when deciding […]
March 8, 2017
We all deserve a touch of luxury, don’t you agree? If you have ever been fortunate to stay in a nice, luxurious hotel you’ll probably recall […]
February 6, 2017
Carpet is a great way of creating real impact in your home. Nowadays, there are a wide range of superb, quality textured carpets in a variety […]
January 3, 2017
The New Year has begun, so why not start 2017 in style with some great new flooring in your French home? Here at Jon The Carpet […]
December 1, 2016
Are you looking to buy carpet or a rug, and maybe you’d like to try something a little different? Well, we have news for you. At […]
August 17, 2016
When you are looking for a carpet to provide that perfect finish in your home in France it’s likely that you’ll want a material that is […]
February 2, 2016
Using underlay for your new carpet fitting is always something that we recommend to our customers. A good quality underlay which is fitted by our professional […]
January 26, 2016
Whether you are searching for vibrant patterns, bold colourful designs or alternatively shades which offer a more natural and relaxed feel carpets are perfect for creating […]
January 26, 2016
Yes, it’s true. More and more people are now choosing the luxurious feel of carpet over hard wood flooring and tiles, and it is not just […]
January 26, 2016
The party has finished and your friends have gone home after a great night. More than a bottle or two of wine has been drunk, and […]
January 26, 2016
Carpets are good for the environment as well as great for the home. Why? Well, let’s start with where the material for making quality carpets mostly […]
May 31, 2022
We travel the length and breadth of France visiting clients and fitting carpets. So, from time-to-time it is great when we have two clients situated within […]
May 31, 2022
We travel the length and breadth of France visiting clients and fitting carpets. So, from time-to-time it is great when we have two clients situated within […]
May 3, 2022
One of the songs I remember well from my younger days was Led Zeppelin’s Stairway to Heaven… it’s a great tune and a personal favourite. The […]