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need a concrete flooring professional in greece

9 years ago

am building a house in Greece, on the island of Paxos and in about 2 years i will need a concrete flooring professional for the kitchen/living area. i work in interiors in London, staging properties for the sales and rental business. i am keeping a photo-diary of our progress! the diggers have just started

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