Parquet timber floors are a tried, tested and reliable style of timber flooring. Parquetry includes designs such as herringbone, chevron and Versailles paterns. These styles have a classic Renaissance aesthetic that designers favour for its timeless versatility, as parquetry can be comfortably incorporated into classical and modern design concepts. If you're looking for a traditional floor with a modern flair, parquetry may be the flooring option for your residential or commercial renovation.
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HW16601CP
Alabastro Chevron
The Italian Collection
45° Chevron | Character
610mm x 90mm x 10mm


HW16004CP
Alabastro Herringbone
The Italian Collection
Block | Character
490mm x 70mm x 11mm

HW2044
Alsace Herringbone Rustic 130mm - CLEARANCE
Pureplank
Herringbone | Rustic
725mm x 130mm x 14mm

HW2044N
Alsace Rustic 130mm Herringbone - CLEARANCE
Pureplank
Herringbone | Rustic
725mm x 130mm x 14mm

HW3008
Amazon Prime 120mm Herringbone
Venture Plank
Herringbone | Prime
600mm x 120mm x 13mm


HW1391
Antique Rustic 800mm Versailles
Henley
Versailles | Rustic
800mm x 800mm x 20mm

HW6266
Astoria Chevron - CLEARANCE
Luxe Collection
45° Chevron | Classic
470mm x 120mm x 14.5mm

HW6250
Astoria Herringbone
Luxe Collection
Herringbone | Classic
560mm x 140mm x 14.5mm


HW3577
Auburn Herringbone
V Collection
Herringbone | Rustic
560mm x 140mm x 14.5mm


EP146
Australian Blackbutt Herringbone 136mm
Australian Collection
Herringbone | Classic
136mm x 14mm

EP148
Australian Spotted Gum Herringbone 136mm
Australian Collection
Herringbone | Classic
136mm x 14mm

HW2042
Bandol Herringbone Character 130mm
Pureplank
Herringbone | Character
725mm x 130mm x 14mm

HW12404
Barrington Herringbone
H Collection
Herringbone | Rustic
600mm x 120mm x 14mm

HW2004
Bath Herringbone - CLEARANCE
Clearance
Herringbone | Character
725mm x 130mm x 14mm

HW6262
Bellmore Chevron - CLEARANCE
Luxe Collection
45° Chevron | Classic
470mm x 120mm x 14.5mm

HW6246
Bellmore Herringbone
Luxe Collection
Herringbone | Classic
560mm x 140mm x 14.5mm
What is parquet flooring?
Parquet flooring is created by fitting together individual wood pieces or blocks in decorative patterns, offering a more intricate alternative to standard straight-laid flooring. This distinctive style of timber flooring is also known as "parquetry" in the flooring industry.
Parquet flooring is one of the most enduring and time-tested styles available, having been used in both public and private spaces since the days of the Roman Empire, including in villas and monumental buildings. The modern concept of parquet flooring developed in France, particularly during the reign of Louis XIV, and is famously showcased in the grand Palace of Versailles, which is home to some of the most well-known parquet wood floors in the world.
Are parquet floors and patterns in style?
Parquetry flooring has never truly gone out of style. With its rich heritage and intricate craftsmanship, parquet was once a symbol of prestige among European elites, especially in the grand interiors of France and Italy. Its timeless appeal and enduring elegance have kept it firmly in the spotlight, transcending trends well into the modern era.
Today, parquetry flooring has reclaimed its place in modern interiors with a vast array of patterns, offering both style and substance. Some of the most popular options include:
- Chevron: Pre-finished floorboards and blocks where the short ends are cut at an angle, which adds an intense and vibrant talking point to your space.
- Herringbone: Perhaps the most popular style of parquetry, favoured by the Romans for the simple rectangular shaped block, and versatility of application.
- Versailles: Also known as ‘French pattern’. A mix of various sized timber blocks laid in a classic geometric pattern. Now commonly supplied in pre-assembled square foot ‘tiles’, making installation much faster and less costly.
Why use a parquet timber floor in your design?
From a design perspective, there is a range of benefits to incorporating a parquet timber floor into your design plan:
- Aesthetics: Timber parquetry offers any space a classic and subtle beauty, or a modern talking point. Parquet floors are highly popular for their aesthetic value.
- Durability: Pre-finished parquet flooring blocks or boards are treated with an industrial grade finish, which means it will last longer than floors made with other materials.
- Easy resurfacing: Spaces change over time. If you have the time and tools, timber parquetry is simple to sand or resurface.
- Stability: Because an engineered parquetry timber floor is made from three layers fitted together at 90 degree angles, movement between the boards is reduced compared to other timber floors. This means that an engineered parquetry timber floor is less susceptible to cupping, bowing and warping that a traditional solid timber floor.
- Cost-effective: Particularly relevant for larger commercial projects, or open residential floor plans, pre-finished parquetry is a cost-effective flooring solution. It can also make for a fantastic feature wall when used as timber panelling too!
Why choose a parquet floor from Havwoods?
At Havwoods we pride ourselves on providing the best and highest quality parquetry wood floors for our clients:
- We source the best European oak: Our parquetry timber flooring products are manufactured using high quality wood from the most reputable European timber mills.
- Delivery Australia-wide: We’ll deliver your engineered timber floor to any safe and accessible site in Australia, Monday-Friday, between 8:00am and 5:00pm.
- Sustainability matters: We source our timber parquetry from environmentally responsible mills because they are the most intensively managed in the world. By choosing timber, you are choosing the environment.
- See our parquet floors before committing: From a design perspective you may be unsure if a parquet floor will suit your concept or vision. Visit a showroom and see our products in person or order up to 5 free samples online.
Real-World Applications: Havwoods Timber For Fitouts in Action
Does Herringbone Flooring Make Your Room Look Bigger or Smaller?
Discover how herringbone flooring can be used to influence spatial perception in interiors. Does herringbone flooring make a room feel larger or more intimate? Learn how plank size, orientation, and colour impact visual space, and get expert insights on using this timeless pattern to enhance elegance and openness. Read the full article to explore more.
Chevron Flooring Vs Herringbone Flooring: What's the Difference?
Chevron and herringbone floorboards are two of the most popular timber flooring patterns. While they may look similar at first glance, their structure, installation, and visual impact differ significantly. If you're considering herringbone pattern flooring or chevron floorboards for your home or commercial project, this guide will help you understand the differences and choose the best option for your space.
Herringbone: A Short History On a Time-Tested Pattern
Design starts from the floor up. A common way to make a statement with engineered timber flooring is through the incorporation of geometric mosaic patterns in the place of straight timber planks. These geometric patterns are known as “parquet”, meaning “small compartment” in French. The most common and well-know style of parquet flooring is the herringbone pattern.