Parquet Timber Flooring

Parquet Timber Flooring

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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Alabastro Chevron

HW16601CP

Alabastro Chevron

The Italian Collection

45° Chevron | Character

610mm x 90mm x 10mm

Alabastro Herringbone

HW16004CP

Alabastro Herringbone

The Italian Collection

Block | Character

490mm x 70mm x 11mm

Alsace Herringbone Rustic 130mm - CLEARANCE

HW2044

Alsace Herringbone Rustic 130mm - CLEARANCE

Pureplank

Herringbone | Rustic

725mm x 130mm x 14mm

Alsace Rustic 130mm Herringbone - CLEARANCE

HW2044N

Alsace Rustic 130mm Herringbone - CLEARANCE

Pureplank

Herringbone | Rustic

725mm x 130mm x 14mm

Amazon Prime 120mm Herringbone

HW3008

Amazon Prime 120mm Herringbone

Venture Plank

Herringbone | Prime

600mm x 120mm x 13mm

Antique Rustic 800mm Versailles

HW1391

Antique Rustic 800mm Versailles

Henley

Versailles | Rustic

800mm x 800mm x 20mm

Astoria Chevron - CLEARANCE

HW6266

Astoria Chevron - CLEARANCE

Luxe Collection

45° Chevron | Classic

470mm x 120mm x 14.5mm

Astoria Herringbone

HW6250

Astoria Herringbone

Luxe Collection

Herringbone | Classic

560mm x 140mm x 14.5mm

Auburn Herringbone

HW3577

Auburn Herringbone

V Collection

Herringbone | Rustic

560mm x 140mm x 14.5mm

Australian Blackbutt Herringbone 136mm

EP146

Australian Blackbutt Herringbone 136mm

Australian Collection

Herringbone | Classic

136mm x 14mm

Australian Spotted Gum Herringbone 136mm

EP148

Australian Spotted Gum Herringbone 136mm

Australian Collection

Herringbone | Classic

136mm x 14mm

Bandol Herringbone Character 130mm

HW2042

Bandol Herringbone Character 130mm

Pureplank

Herringbone | Character

725mm x 130mm x 14mm

Barrington Herringbone

HW12404

Barrington Herringbone

H Collection

Herringbone | Rustic

600mm x 120mm x 14mm

Bath Herringbone - CLEARANCE

HW2004

Bath Herringbone - CLEARANCE

Clearance

Herringbone | Character

725mm x 130mm x 14mm

Bellmore Chevron - CLEARANCE

HW6262

Bellmore Chevron - CLEARANCE

Luxe Collection

45° Chevron | Classic

470mm x 120mm x 14.5mm

Bellmore Herringbone

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.
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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.

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Chevron vs Herringbone article by Havwoods

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.

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Havwoods Bronzo Herringbone timber flooring

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.

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