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Hardwood flooring gave way to cheaper carpet options around the 1930s, with many beautiful wood floors remaining hidden under textile floor coverings for almost half a century. Parquet flooring arrived in England in the 17th century with the trend continuing well into the 20th century as it came to be associated with architectural styles that epitomised luxury, opulence and grandeur. The application of herringbone and chevron patterns in wood floors began in the 16th century and became very popular amongst the French nobility and throughout Western Europe. A herringbone pattern adds a dynamic element to the floor while chevron lends consistency. Parquet floors, for instance, also include chevron patterns as well as triangles, squares and even curves.īoth herringbone and chevron patterns have repetitive V-shaped zig-zag formations with even-sized rectangular planks placed at 90 degrees to each other however, a herringbone floor features staggered planks with the straight edge of one plank aligned with the side of the next, while a chevron pattern is created by arranging planks cut at an angle and placed to meet in a straight line. Herringbone timber flooring is a type of parquetry, which broadly describes any hardwood floor laid in a pattern.
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Exhibitions, Associations & Informationĭid you know the herringbone tile pattern is named after the herring fish for its resemblance to the bone structure of the fish? Or that the Romans used the pattern first on their roads before it became one of the most popular hardwood flooring designs in the world?Īrchitects in ancient Rome found that roads could last longer if the bricks were laid pointed in the same direction as the flow of traffic.
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Ceilings, Internal Wall Materials & Partitioning.The best balance between border and main space plays on the interest of the pattern, yet provides a calm, cohesive setting.īelow are line drawings of the front walkway and back terrace floor. A border can make the space overly busy – too many lines in too many directions. Getting the size of the border exactly right is another challenge. However, if done right, adding borders in a slightly different color from the herringboned portion of patio or walkway can give a more upscale and complete appearance. To my eye, herringbone can be jarring if there are too many contrasts involved - such as a very broad range of color or a contrasting mortar color. Want to make a stronger statement? Use bricks of different colors.Ī word of caution in working with a herringbone pattern. Prefer a subtle look? Choose a single color for all the brick. The pattern is laid in a horizontal plane that can be subtle or eye-catching. The zigzag pattern of herringbone creates a formal, sleek, and timeless style. On this project, my client wanted a herringbone pattern for the front walkway and the back terrace. Choosing patterns and placement is a challenging, yet fun aspect of creating a great looking design. And pattern in brickwork gives a lot of visual energy to a space. Brick walkways and patios are durable, permeable, and easy to repair.
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I enjoy using brick to enhance a home’s footprint.