Vous rénovez ou construisez votre maison et vous songez à faire appel à un designer d'intérieur? Apprenez-en plus sur la tarification de ces professionnels.

Autrefois considéré comme un luxe réservé aux hôtels et aux restaurants, de plus en plus de particuliers font appel à un designer d’intérieur pour rénover leur salon, leur cuisine ou leur salle de bain. Le recours aux services d’un designer d’intérieur peut être un choix judicieux si vous avez comme objectif de créer la maison de vos rêves, plutôt que de vous contenter de quelque chose qui y ressemble vaguement!

Combien ça coûte d'engager un designer d’intérieur au Québec?

Découvrez pourquoi le revêtement extérieur en acrylique remplace le stuc traditionnel au Québec. Durable, flexible et esthétique, il s’impose en 2026.

Le paysage architectural du Québec a radicalement changé au cours des dernières décennies. Finie l'époque où le stuc traditionnel, rigide et sujet aux fissures, était la seule option pour un fini lisse. En 2026, le revêtement extérieur en acrylique est devenu la norme pour les constructions contemporaines et les rénovations haut de gamme.

Revêtement extérieur acrylique : prix et coûts à prévoir en 2026

Découvrez nos astuces pour une rénovation salle de bain avec un petit budget : matériaux économiques, conseils pratiques et idées pour économiser.

Rénover une salle de bain avec un budget restreint demande de choisir avec soin les matériaux employés, surtout à l’approche de la saison estivale, où les projets de rénovation s’accélèrent et les disponibilités des entrepreneurs diminuent rapidement. Planifier dès maintenant et réserver à l’avance vous permet d’éviter les délais, de sécuriser les meilleurs prix et de garder le contrôle sur votre budget avant la haute saison.

Rénovation de salle de bain à petit budget : quelles idées économiques ?

The floating floor might sound like a magical concept but in fact, this installation method has become increasingly popular in the flooring market. Why,&nbsp;you ask? Well, floating floors are incredibly simple to install, and this can save ample time and money. It’s worth mentioning that <a href="https://renoquotes.com/en/blog/different-types-floating-floors"><b>floating floors</b></a> are not a type of flooring, but instead, the installation method by which planks, boards or in some cases, tiles, attach to one another.

So you’ve decided you’re going to take on this home installation. Now what? The next step in the floating floor saga will be to choose the characteristics. These choices will include the type of wood or material the floating floor is made of. As this installation method has become common, there are several options available. Thus, you’re bound to find something that suits both your taste and budget!

Here’s how to choose the right floating floor for your home

Different types of floating floor materials

Engineered wood or wood that comes from deciduous trees (also known as leafy trees) offer a conventional look for the floor. &nbsp;If you decide to opt for coniferous wood, such as pine, your end result will be on the rustic front. There are plenty of wood options for floating floors and the most popular options are oak, pine, maple, cherry wood, and silver oak. In most cases, the flooring will be nailed or stapled down to a plywood substrate below. However, there are some brands on the market which can be installed as other floating floor materials. Remember, solid hardwood is never installed as a floating floor.

If you’re choosing between several grains or shades, consider asking the manufacturer if you’re able to take samples home. In doing so, you will be able to see which type of wood will give the best result. Of course, this will depend on the room where it’ll be installed, as well as the amount of natural and artificial light available in the space as well as surrounding areas.

Luxury vinyl is also known on the market as LVF, and this material is a very popular choice in the realm of floating flooring. In recent years, LVF has advanced its ability to handle moisture and is an excellent option if you’re looking for something slightly less expensive than engineered wood. This material has two options for installation. First, boards which snap together and second,&nbsp;boards glued down to a subfloor below. Tongues and grooves have been engineered into the boards so that they easily lock together.

Laminate could be considered the original floating floor. This is because there are very few models on the market that are glued directly down to the subfloor and thus, almost every type of laminate is installed as floating. As worth mentioning is that laminate is a mutable material which changes as a result of warming or cooling temperatures and this is why the floating method of installation has long been favoured.

Floorboards are categorized according to a ranking system. This ranking system is especially pertinent if you are using wood as a floating floor material. Each type of wood has its own colouration and even when it’s been treated or coloured, knots or stains continue to have a tendency to peak through. Therefore, manufacturers classify wood according to the uniformity of the colour, as well as the presence of knots.

Since wood is a natural material, a lack of uniformity is to be expected. However, this can also be seen as an asset, since these details can create a look that is more authentic. If the rustic look is what you’re going for, pick a wood which that has more stains and knots on the surface.

Pros of floating flooring include the following:

Movement: Due to the unique installation method of floating floors, they allow for the expansion and contraction of the material. It’s common for a flooring material to move in response to changing temperatures, and thus the floating floor installation method is an excellent choice.

Simplicity: As we mentioned already, floating flooring is quite easy to install, even for the novice homeowner! There are plenty of obstacles when it comes to other flooring installation methods, as nailing hardwood is a difficult and time-consuming task for DIYers. With most floating flooring, there are no tools needed, as they easily snap together with nothing external required.

Inexpensive: For the most part, floating flooring is an affordable option. Further, since this is a DIY job, you are able to eliminate the need for paid labour.

Cons of floating floors include the following:

Quality: Although there are plenty of options on the market, the quality of floating floors has often been lacking when compared with stronger materials such as hardwood. Unfortunately, floating flooring can lead to lower resale value. However, in recent years floating flooring materials have greatly improved in quality.

Thickness: As with the above point, the materials used for floating flooring are often thin and not as substantial. Again, floating floor materials are making strides and this could easily change in due time.&nbsp;

Depending on the size of the room, the way the floorboards are installed can create the illusion that a room is either bigger or smaller than it is in reality. Whether you decide to set&nbsp;your floating floor lengthwise or widthwise, you shouldn't underestimate the impact that disposition can have on the appearance of the room. 

As an example, if the room is very long and narrow, avoid installing the floorboards lengthwise. You will require significantly more boards than if you were to install them widthwise, costing time and money. The width of the floorboards will also affect the look of the room. Boards that are too small or too large can have a significant impact on the way the room will be perceived.&nbsp;When in doubt, ask for advice from a specialist. Most flooring stores offer a consulting service that could definitely come in handy with this project.

Contrary to hardwood floors, it's not necessary to apply a finishing product (glossy, semi-gloss or matte) in order to prolong the floor’s durability. Applying a finish won't have a positive impact on the floor. This is because contrary to traditional wood, floating floors are an entity in and of themselves.

Cleaning and maintaining a floating floor is almost as easy as installing one. Hardware stores and flooring specialists sell plenty of products that will help give a nice glossy surface to the floor, although&nbsp;the effect will be short-lived. Different maintenance products are available on the market. Ask your flooring specialist which product they recommend.

Here are the proper methods and the right prevention measures that will prevent you from having to handle a work-related accident during an excavation job.

Digging a hole isn’t as easy as it might seem. Hence the reason for excavation standards, which must be adhered to. Abiding by such standards can literally save your life, or that of labourers working alongside you.

Safety Standards for Excavation Work

What type of exterior cladding would give your home just the look you're going for? Here are some of the best options to inspire you!

Are you shopping around for a new property or thinking about changing your house’s current façade? What type of exterior siding or cladding would give off the look you’re going for? To help inspire you, here’s an overview of some of the top options available on the market.

10 Exterior Cladding Examples to Revamp Your Home’s Look

Despite the high degree of durability and strength of concrete, as a countertop it can develop small cracks. Follow this guideline for repairing hairline cracks

While hairline fractures in your concrete countertop can give it character, some might prefer a sleeker surface. If you’re going for a pristine look, then look no further! 

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