Parfait Parquet

23/10/2026

The Cognac Meukow staircase restoration. My favourite phase of the project. restoration Chateau Restoration - Brad Quarless

22/10/2026

21/10/2026

Today I can finally show you the finished floor at Cognac Meukow.

The inset video in the top corner shows the work that brought us to this result. Our clients signed off the project yesterday afternoon, once the final coat was dry. They were amazed by the transformation, and we’re extremely proud of what we’ve achieved.
The aim was always to preserve this 200-year-old floor and the authenticity it brings to the building. When we started, we couldn’t know exactly what lay beneath the carpet or what condition the timber would be in.
The finished floor still carries marks of its history. Restoring it allowed our clients to retain that character at a lower cost than replacing it. That was why we were commissioned to carry out this work.

For restoration complexity, I’d put this one at 8 out of 10.

Here’s what went into this 55 m² room

• Four days removing the heavily glued carpet, adhesive and self levelling compound, using specialist machinery and diamond cutters.

• A day and a half sanding the exposed floor.
• A full day cleaning out the joints and refining the details.
• Half a day carrying out repairs.
• Thorough cleaning and checks before applying the finishes, which took another day and a half.

A complex project from start to finish from lifting the carpet to the finished floor you see here.

This room also marks the completion of our work at the main residential house of Cognac Meukow. We have restored floors throughout the property in four stages over just more than a year.

It has been a privilege to help preserve this remarkable building and keep its history intact. Above all, knowing how happy our clients are with the work makes this final stage particularly rewarding.

Brad Quarless

Restaurationt / Pose Parquets/
Rénovateur de parquets et ébéniste -

07 86 72 08 91

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20/10/2026

Denibbing your parquet before final coat!

Why it’s important part of the final 10 step process to restoration of parquet floors.

20/10/2026

Final coat applied it’s time for lunch and back at 2pm

20/10/2026

You should feel confident about who you’re inviting into your home before any renovation work begins. I believe it’s our responsibility as professionals to give you the information that helps build that confidence.

At Parfait Parquet, our welcome pack includes three things:

• A copy of our insurance documents so you can review our cover.
• A copy of our business registration so you know who you’re hiring.
• A guide to how we work so you understand the process and what to expect.

Over the years, I’ve found that clients don’t always know which documents to ask for. That’s understandable. Restoring a floor or planning renovation work isn’t something most people do every day.

Providing these details at the start gives you time to read them, ask questions and feel comfortable before accepting an estimate. It also shows the care we put into planning your project before the machines arrive.

What would help you feel more confident before welcoming a professional into your home?

19/10/2026

Today I’m preparing to apply Finsihes to our project parquet.

Now I can show you the finished room before the sunshine arrives.

17/10/2026

What makes me happy is the challenge on our projects .
The process and the happiness we bring to our clients when we reveal the outcome.

12/10/2026

Historical restoration of ancient floors

That’s one of my specialties 👌

07/10/2026

Before you give up on your old parquet, take a look at this walnut floor 👍🏼

20 m² of heavy scratches, uneven boards and old linseed oil hiding the grain.

After a day of careful sanding, you can see why this floor deserved saving. Next comes the protective finish to bring out the walnut’s colour and prepare it for everyday life again.

This is what I do at Parfait Parquet. I assess your floor, explain what we can achieve and carry out the restoration, right down to the edges and hand-scraped corners.

If you’ve been looking at your own floor wondering where to start, tell me about it through this short enquiry form. I’ll get back to you to discuss the next step.

Brad Quarless | Parfait Parquet
Based in Blanzay
07 86 72 08 91