September 8, 2023
Joel has been working with the carpet fitters and myself for a couple of years now and it’s been a great learning experience for him. Earlier […]
August 14, 2023
Rugs are a popular floor covering used in many homes across France. They are good for creating a cosy and intimate space, bringing colour to a […]
June 29, 2023
Dogs have always been an important part in my life – and as I travel around France fitting carpets, I know that many of our clients […]
May 11, 2023
During April we went back to fit carpet in a château that I first visited around 12 years ago – the Château de Saint-Aignan. Located in […]
March 28, 2023
Recently my son Joel and I recently returned from a busy week in the UK. Joel has been working in the family business for a couple […]
February 16, 2023
Jon recently fitted carpet in the home of Sara Silm, owner of the beautiful Château Montfort. Read about this wonderful project, the carpets and the furnishings.
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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. […]
