Advice & guides
Renovating well on the west coast
Our practical advice on maintaining timber, treating metal and preparing a renovation on Réunion Island.

Restoring a wooden deck on Réunion Island: the complete guide
Greying, peeling wood stain, split boards: how to restore and maintain a wooden deck against the sun, salt and sand of the west coast of Réunion.

Laser cleaning: how does it work and which surfaces is it for?
How laser cleaning works, suitable surfaces (metal, stone, wood), pros and cons compared with sandblasting, safety and pricing: the guide for Réunion Island.

2.1% VAT on renovation work on Réunion Island: who qualifies?
2.1% or 8.5%? Conditions for the reduced VAT rate on work in a home on Réunion Island, when 8.5% applies, and the formalities since 2025. General information.