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Know your herringbone from your chevron with Woodpecker Flooring

Think you know your herringbone from your parquet? Or how about your chevron?

Homeowners looking to update their flooring might be overwhelmed by different terminology. But fortunately, wood floor specialists Woodpecker Flooring are on hand to not only explain the difference but show homeowners which option might be best for their space.

Darwyn Ker, Managing Director of family-run Woodpecker Flooring, said: “While parquet is an umbrella term for any wood or wood-effect flooring arranged in a geometric pattern, herringbone and chevron are both specific types of parquet flooring patterns.”   

Trendy, luxurious and visually interesting, herringbone flooring will effortlessly transform any space. The pattern herringbone creates allows the eye to move around the room in an even manner which helps to soften the shape.  

Herringbone is a striking classic design, effortlessly contemporary whilst evoking a golden age. Choosing a natural or smoked herringbone floor is a safe option, the neutral colour works well with many different styles.

Natural shades allow you to tweak your interior colour scheme over time. To elevate your space, bring in subtle design accents and texture using rugs, curtains and wall art. 

Darwyn said: “Herringbone floors work well in large rooms where there is enough space for the flooring pattern to shine. Larger spaces also work well with dark herringbone shades that may overwhelm smaller rooms while pale herringbones create a light and airy space.”

Unlike herringbone, chevron is a more rigid pattern.

Chevron planks are cut at a 45-degree angle to create a “V” shape or zig-zag pattern. Installing these planks in straight rows creates a symmetrical, contemporary design.

The intricacies of working with a chevron pattern mean that there is very little tolerance for misaligned planks, so it’s really important to have the installation carried out by a professional. 

Darwyn said: “Many choose to have chevron in the centre space in their home. 

“This will often be the entry hallway, then feeding through into adjacent rooms. The symmetrical zig-zag pattern that chevron creates draws the eye down the room, making it feel elongated.”

Woodpecker Flooring’s range of herringbone and chevron flooring is available now, with prices starting at £98.