LVT Parquet Flooring
Parquet flooring is made from smaller pieces laid in a decorative pattern. Herringbone is the best known, but chevron, basket weave and classic French panel designs are all parquet too.
Our LVT parquet flooring brings these traditional patterns to life in luxury vinyl. You get the character of a period parquet floor, with a surface that is waterproof, warm underfoot and easy to keep looking its best.
Choose a pattern below to explore the designs in each style.
Explore Our Parquet Patterns
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Herringbone LVT
Rectangular planks laid at right angles to create the classic zigzag. Our herringbone LVT comes in a range of plank sizes, from a traditional 76mm x 228mm block to a contemporary 122mm x 610mm plank, in shades from pale oak to rich, dark timbers.
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Chevron LVT
Planks cut at an angle so the ends meet in a point, creating a continuous V shape. Chevron LVT has a cleaner, more directional look than herringbone and draws the eye down hallways and across open-plan spaces.
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Basket Weave LVT
Pairs of planks laid side by side and turned at right angles to each other, framed by small key squares. Basket weave LVT has a gentle, woven feel that works beautifully in kitchens and hallways.
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Wood Floor Panels
Inspired by traditional French parquetry, our wood floor panels arrange individually cut and bevelled pieces into larger geometric designs, including our Versaille, Chateau, Castell, Bretagne and Mansion panels. Each one makes a real statement in living rooms and dining spaces.
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What Is Parquet Flooring?
Parquet flooring is a decorative flooring style made by arranging small wood blocks into geometric patterns. The word “parquet” originates from the French term parqueterie, referring to the decorative wooden floors commonly used in European palaces during the 17th century.
Traditional parquet floors were typically crafted from hardwood species such as oak, walnut or maple and laid in intricate patterns. These floors became particularly popular in grand homes and historic buildings because of their distinctive appearance.
Today, parquet flooring has seen a major revival in modern interior design. Homeowners increasingly choose parquet patterns to add visual interest and character to living spaces.
With LVT parquet flooring, the classic style of traditional parquet can be recreated using luxury vinyl planks or tiles. These products are manufactured to replicate the appearance of real wood blocks while offering improved durability, moisture resistance and easier installation.
This means homeowners can enjoy the look of parquet LVT flooring without the challenges associated with maintaining traditional wood parquet floors.
Why Choose LVT Parquet Flooring?
Traditional wood parquet needs regular sanding, sealing and care, and it doesn’t cope well with water. LVT parquet flooring gives you the same look without the upkeep.
Every J2 Flooring parquet design is 100% waterproof, compatible with underfloor heating and finished with a realistic surface texture, so it looks and feels like real wood.
That makes it a practical choice for busy family homes, kitchens and hallways as well as living spaces, and most of our parquet designs come with a lifetime residential guarantee.
Parquet vs Plank
Plank flooring refers to vinyl tiles that are laid parallel to each other along the length or width of a room. This style creates a clean and simple appearance that works well in contemporary spaces.
Whereas parquet flooring is more decorative, and the luxury vinyl tiles are arranged into patterns such as herringbone, chevron and basket weave to create visual interest and movement across the floor.
While plank flooring emphasises simplicity and continuity, parquet designs are chosen for their character and classic design appeal. Both options are available in LVT, giving homeowners the look of traditional wood flooring with the durability and easy maintenance of vinyl.
LVT Parquet Maintenance Tips
One of the beauties of having LVT parquet flooring is how easy it is to maintain and looking as good as new with next to little maintenance. By simply brushing the floor and mopping it following the manufacturers guidelines you can renew your floor within minutes.
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Parquet LVT flooring FAQs
Below are some common questions and answers about parquet LVT:
Both use rectangular planks, but they are cut differently. Herringbone planks have square ends and are laid at right angles, so the end of one plank meets the side of the next.
Chevron planks are cut at an angle so the ends meet in a neat point, creating a continuous V shape.
Herringbone is one of the most common parquet flooring patterns, but it is only one type of parquet design. Parquet flooring refers to a wider range of geometric patterns created using small wood blocks or planks.
Herringbone and chevron both work well in smaller rooms, as the diagonal lines draw the eye across the floor and can make a space feel larger.
Smaller plank sizes keep the pattern in proportion with the room, while larger planks suit bigger, open-plan spaces.
Yes. Most J2 Flooring LVT parquet flooring products are compatible with underfloor heating systems when installed according to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
For the best outcome of laying your parquet LVT flooring, it is imperative that you make sure your subfloor is smooth and level beforehand.
If you’re uncertain about the preparation or installation, a professional installer can help ensure a flawless finish.
