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Floor Layer Trade License (Bodenleger)
GewO §94 Z.8
Verified: April 2026
Key Facts
- Type: Regulated trade (Handwerk)
- Qualification: Master exam (Meisterpruefung)
- Registration cost: Free (€0)
- Exam fees: Covered by government since July 2023
- Start immediately: Yes, upon registration
- Trending: Design floors (LVT/SPC), large-format tiles
What This Trade Covers
- Parquet installation, sanding, and finishing
- Laminate and engineered wood flooring
- Design vinyl flooring (LVT, SPC, WPC)
- Natural materials (cork, linoleum, sisal)
- Screed preparation and leveling
- Underfloor heating compatibility work
Bodenleger vs. Tiler (Platten- und Fliesenleger)
Floor layers work with resilient and wood-based materials. Ceramic tile
and stone installation is a separate trade (Platten- und Fliesenleger).
Many businesses hold both qualifications.
Market Trends
The Austrian flooring market is driven by renovation activity, especially in historic buildings (Altbau). Parquet restoration in Vienna's Gruenderzeit buildings requires specialized skills. Design vinyl (LVT) is the fastest-growing segment due to water resistance and easy maintenance.
Qualification Alternatives
- Master exam (Meisterpruefung) for floor layers
- Apprenticeship + additional qualification modules
- Individual assessment (§19 GewO)
- Qualified manager (§39 GewO)
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Related Guides
Legally binding: German text of GewO 1994.