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Frequently asked questions

How much extra herringbone parquet should I order?

For herringbone parquet, allow 10–15% for cutting waste, as more cuts are needed along the edges of the pattern than with straight-laid plank parquet. In small or awkwardly shaped rooms you may need slightly more.

What are A and B boards in herringbone parquet?

Herringbone parquet consists of mirror-image A and B boards, with the tongues and grooves on opposite sides. They are laid alternately to create the pattern, so the floor needs equal quantities of both types.

Is herringbone parquet glued down or floated?

Herringbone parquet is usually fully glued to the subfloor, as the small boards are not stable enough when floated. Gluing down also gives lower footfall noise and better heat transfer with underfloor heating.

Is herringbone parquet suitable for a small room?

Yes, the herringbone pattern works in both small and large rooms. Shorter, narrower boards look better in a small room, while longer, wider boards suit large open-plan spaces and emphasise the scale of the pattern.

Herringbone Floors – Timeless Design and Modern Functionality

Herringbone floors are a timeless and highly valued floor covering that suits both classic and modern interiors perfectly. The symmetrical pattern brings structure and elegance to a room while offering excellent durability and practical everyday comfort.

Herringbone vs Chevron – which pattern should you choose?

Herringbone parquet

A traditional parquet pattern in which the ends of the planks meet at a right angle (90°), creating a classic zigzag line.

Chevron, or French herringbone parquet

An elegant, symmetrical pattern in which the plank ends are cut at an angle (usually 45° or 60°), forming a precise “V” shape.

Different constructions – HDF, birch plywood and softwood core

Our range of herringbone floors includes several constructions to meet different technical requirements and preferences:

Parquet on an HDF core

For example Bauwerk Monopark – a very stable, thin herringbone solution (easy to combine flush with ceramic tiles, for example) and ideal for rooms with underfloor heating. HDF-core herringbone is available both as glue-down (Bauwerk Monopark) and floating installation options (Meister Lindura or the PS500 collection).

Birch plywood core

A particularly stable and moisture-resistant construction, suitable for gluing to the subfloor.

Softwood core

A natural and cost-effective construction, available in both glue-down and floating versions.

Installation methods – glue-down or floating (click) installation

Glue-down herringbone parquet

  • The best choice for maximum stability and sound insulation

  • Allows seamless, hidden transitions to other floor coverings without trims

  • Also recommended for smaller-format herringbone parquet and rooms with underfloor heating

Click herringbone parquet

  • Simple and fast floating installation without glue

  • Requires a high-quality underlay with a compressive strength of at least 220 kPa

  • Perfect for home use and renovation projects

Looking for a solid wood herringbone floor?

In addition to factory-finished engineered parquet, Viimistluskaubamaja also offers classic strip parquet – a floor made of 100% hardwood.

Available strip parquet versions:

  • Unfinished – for sanding and finishing after installation

  • Bevelled on 4 sides and sanded – suitable for on-site finishing

  • Factory oiled or lacquered – ready for immediate installation

Solid wood strip parquet is an excellent choice for those who appreciate the feel of natural wood and want a truly long-lasting floor that can be renovated around ten times.

Everything you need in one place

At Viimistluskaubamaja you will find all the accessories and materials for correctly installing and maintaining your herringbone floor:

  • Primers and adhesives – for glue-down installations

  • Underlays – for floating installation, including options suitable for underfloor heating

  • Skirting boards – veneered, solid wood or white painted options

  • Finishing and care products – cleaning agents, maintenance waxes and hardwax oils