The photo shows masonry using the herringbone method in dark color to match the style of the overall interior. Due to large quantity With daylight, the room does not seem gloomy.
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages of parquet flooring:
- Durability and ease of care (guaranteed to preserve its appearance for up to a hundred years with proper care without abrasives);
- The apartment takes on a new meaning (a house with parquet flooring is valued higher);
- Versatility (wooden flooring fits any interior, it can be easily repainted);
- Natural wood that does not accumulate static energy.
Disadvantages of wooden parquet:
- Cost of material and installation (this is one of the most expensive floor finishes; installation cannot be done independently, for example, like laminate);
- Periodic polishing (the harder the wood, the easier it is to scratch; sometimes you need to polish the floor to remove scuffs);
- When walking, it makes noise that may disturb the neighbors below;
- Not resistant to moisture, absorbs odor.
Kinds
Wooden planks with a length of 20-50 cm, a width of 4-7 cm and a thickness of 1-2 cm. There are grooves on the sides. The value depends on the thickness of the top layer. The slots in the bottom layer relieve stress from the entire board when stressed. There is difficulty in installation and you need to pay attention to the quality of the top coating.
The photo shows a combination of French herringbone (piece parquet was used) with modern interior. Light wood types make the space wider, which is important for modern apartments.
Pronto-parquet is a type piece parquet with precise grooves, with thickness upper layers 0.5 cm and covered with layers of varnish. Tolerates constant heavy load ( public places and stage) and is a universal durable coating.
Modular
Consists of different sized modules. The design on each module is made from individual parts of valuable wood and is attached to wooden base. Installs faster than a piece.
Art
The pattern differs in the method of installation (a geometric pattern is created through a combination of panels different sizes and colors). The design can be in the form of a border, rosettes or an individual design.
The photo shows an example of how a coating with artistic masonry in the center makes a semantic emphasis on dining table in the interior of the dining room.
It consists of three layers of wood, the front layer is made exclusively from noble wood (the selected type of wood affects the final cost of the product).
Color selection
To withstand heavy loads, it is better to choose hard rock wood, which also has a long service life, is more resistant to moisture and temperature changes. Based on the color of parquet in the interior there are:
| Light (oak, bamboo, ash, maple) | Suitable for many style solutions, ethno-style, country, minimalism, makes the room brighter and visually wider. Combines with any color of furniture and walls. |
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| Dark (wenge and stained oak) | Massive furniture in a classic-style interior, white walls and furniture, red finishing tones and beige textiles go well with a dark floor. |
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| Red (kempast, paduk, doussia) | Rarely used due to the fact that such trees grow in Africa and Asia. |
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- Pink is common and has low density (beech, pear, alder).
- Yellow is in great demand in different latitudes (teak, olive, iroko).
- Brown has a high density, wood is widely represented throughout the world (walnut, kumara, rosewood, merbau, scupira).
The photo in the bedroom interior shows a modular light parquet floor coated with varnish. This coating emphasizes aristocracy even without stucco on the ceiling.
White parquet
Gray parquet
Black parquet in the interior
Laying methods
Herringbone
A type of laying block parquet that, due to the complexity of the structure, holds tightly. Here the load is distributed evenly and cracks do not form over time. As a variation of the well-known pattern, it can be varied with two types of colors or planks of different lengths.
Ladder (French herringbone)
It does not provide the same durable coating as the previous type, it is more difficult to install, but it looks unusual and original in the interior.
Deck
The dies are laid one after another with a certain shift (depending on the pattern):
- symmetrical deck,
- chaotic,
- half shift
- diagonal symmetrical deck,
- diagonal chaotic,
- diagonal with a shift of half or 1/3.
The photo shows the masonry with a symmetrical deck, which does not attract attention and looks discreet. Suitable for kitchen interiors in high-tech and minimalist styles.
The diagonal deck will visually increase small room. The coating is reliable, but inferior to the herringbone, because the parts do not intersect so closely with each other.
Vietnamese (squares)
Visually increases the size of the room; this method is resistant to mechanical stress and can withstand heavy loads. A square is laid out from three or more planks, which is placed next to the same square perpendicularly. The result is a neat and symmetrical pattern.
Basket (wicker)
Here, as in the herringbone, you can combine parquet of different colors and sizes to create a unique pattern that resembles wickerwork. Due to the arrangement of colors and patterns, it looks original and modern in the interior.
In addition, each masonry method can be combined or diversified with small square inserts from the same or a different type of wood.
Parquet on the wall
Design professionals are increasingly using floor coverings in wall designs in their projects. Decorating with parquet will require relatively non-labor-intensive installation work, and the result will exceed all expectations.
The type of parquet in the apartment and the installation method must be chosen taking into account the size of the rooms, their functionality, as well as the style of the interior.
Parquet in the living room interior should be combined with a furniture set. Here Special attention paid to color and texture, artistic parquet will emphasize the classic style, and for country style the deck will be suitable in any order of installation. For the living room, it is recommended to use a 22 grade board to match the color of the interior. Natural material always decorates the room and makes it cozy.
The photo shows the interior of a bright living room in classic style, with herringbone design parquet made of different colors of wood.
Kitchen finishing
It is better to pay attention to dies that are fastened with a lock and are not glued (then you can easily replace worn parts at the sink or stove). This type of coating will save your ceramic cup from turning into fragments.
In the photo, a classic herringbone in double color complements the interior of the kitchen, where wood, brickwork and modern technology.
Photo in the bedroom
Parquet in the bedroom interior will set the mood for relaxation, making the morning good from the warm touch of your feet to the floor. It is recommended to choose class 21, 22 parquet. Perfectly emphasizes country, Provence, eco-style and classic style. Depending on the laying pattern and color of the boards, you can make the room wider.
The photo shows an example of the interior of a royal-sized bedroom, where artistic parquet sets the mood.
Parquet in the interior of a children's room must be laid taking into account the increased load on the floor, the possibility of getting wet, mechanical aggression and marker patterns (protective varnish will make the coating durable, periodic sanding will remove scratches). This coating is not slippery, not cold, and environmentally friendly.
Photos in the interior
The photographs below show use cases parquet board in the interior of rooms for various functional purposes.
They will never lose their popularity; this is the most noble and sophisticated option for flooring. Parquet remains as beloved as it was many centuries ago. It's stylish, durable and beautiful coating, suitable for any interior. It is parquet that will help create the atmosphere of a royal palace in the most ordinary apartment.
Artistic parquet is a parquet that has a complex pattern, laid out with planks of various types of wood. Such a covering in itself is the main decoration of the interior; it does not require carpets, because hiding such beauty is a real crime! More budget option seems laminate under artistic parquet.
Production of artistic parquet
In order to make artistic parquet, craftsmen use cherry, maple, alder, birch, oak, elm and other tree species. For expensive and more festive parquet, exotic types of trees can be used - sapieha, dussia, iroko, kempas.
Parquet can have absolutely any pattern and color. Previously, palace parquet was made by hand. Now the drawing is drawn up on a computer, and all the details are cut out using lasers. This allows you to create any drawing absolutely accurate in terms of composition. Laser technologies help to carve the most delicate ornament, while all the parts fit perfectly together, which provides the parquet with many years of service.
Drawing technologies
Depending on the technique used to apply the drawing, there are different kinds parquet:
- Marketi. Is one of the most popular. All elements of the ornament are included inside the covering and form a common whole. Today, this technology is most often used to create artistic parquet.
- Intarsia. Drawings of artistic parquet using the intarsia technique differ from marketi in that they go inside the coating to a certain depth.
- Inlay. The most refined, festive and expensive type of parquet design. In addition to rare wood species, craftsmen use metal and stones - amber, onyx, jade. This floor looks simply royal. Making parquet with inlay requires high skill and precision from the manufacturer. The main disadvantage of parquet for the buyer is its high price.
- Graffier. Ancient way making parquet that was used many centuries ago. Today it is not used because the technology has been lost.
The choice of artistic parquet should be determined by the style of the entire interior. You can create a drawing to suit any style. Parquet style modern will be distinguished by smooth lines and curved patterns. Parquet for a room in the classicist style will have a strict geometric composition.
Elements of artistic parquet
Choosing an ornament and pattern for parquet is quite difficult. There are basic types of floor design that can turn parquet into a real work of art.
- Border. It performs several important functions at once. It allows you to divide the space into several functional zones. With its help, you can separate the boundaries of drawings of different styles. It beautifully frames the floor and brings completeness to the entire composition. The border can be either one color or repeat any of the elements of the ornament. Most often, plant motifs or animal silhouettes are used. The border can exist separately or in conjunction with a rosette. In any case, it is designed to frame the entire composition and help with the layout of rooms.
- Socket. The most popular design element for parquet flooring. An oval or round rosette is located in the center of the room. The only exception is when the outlet becomes a key element of any area in the room.
The rosette pattern may or may not be symmetrical. A true master can create a true masterpiece when working with a rosette design. The size and boundaries of the outlets can be any.
The rosette can be enclosed in a circle or oval, or the borders can be left open. Patterns from its center can spread across the entire area of the parquet. In the manufacture of this artistic element, various types of wood are used - on average, from two to ten types are required. Often the rosette is inlaid with stones and metal to add special luxury to the room.
- Modules They have a square shape and may consist of one or two types of wood. Modular parquet has an identical pattern on every part. Most often, modules are made up of geometric patterns. The result is a complete picture. Assembling such a modular mosaic takes much less time than laying out an ornament from different parts.
Rules of care
Artistic parquet is natural material, having different characteristics depending on the type of wood used. However, all types of wood have general features. Parquet reacts to humidity: when high humidity it can expand in size, and when dry, it can shrink. That's why in winter, during heating season Parquet elements can shrink, causing small cracks to appear between them.
It should be understood that this is not evidence of poor quality parquet, it is only a sign of its naturalness. Artistic laminate parquet can behave in exactly the same way. To prevent cracks from appearing in the floor, you should maintain a normal level of humidity in the room - from 45% to 60%. This will have a beneficial effect not only on the flooring, but also on the health of the household.
Role flooring in the interior of a room is difficult to overestimate. Beautiful parquet will add personality and style to the room, but incorrectly selected flooring can ruin all the efforts of the designer and repairmen.
Today, there are many types of flooring, including artistic parquet, with which you can realize different ideas on room decoration. Our gallery will demonstrate how you can diversify the design of a room using this flooring.
The role of parquet in the interior
The floor, as the foundation of the room, sets the tone for the design of the entire room. And parquet as a floor covering not only creates a beautiful decorative effect, but is also an environmentally friendly, practical and durable flooring. With its help you can change the perception of the room as a whole. So wide planks visually expand the space, making it more voluminous. And narrow stripes give the room coziness and compactness.
Photo of parquet in the interior - the use of narrow and wide planks
Quite a lot important role The flooring pattern plays a role in the design of the room. The most popular installation method is herringbone. This pattern is quite labor-intensive to execute, but, thanks to the special arrangement of the planks, it will last a very long time.
Herringbone flooring never goes out of style
In a minimalist room design, you can use the “deck” method of laying boards. In this case, the dies are placed in parallel, simulating the continuity of the boards, which was previously used in shipbuilding.
On a note: this option laying parquet is the most economical in terms of material consumption.
“Deck” parquet is an excellent base for accenting furniture and decorative elements
There are other ways of laying tiles, with which you can diversify the design of the room. These are “squares”, “chess”, diagonal, “braid”, in a running pattern - the scope for imagination is unlimited.
Please note: The more varied and complex the flooring pattern, the more skill will be required to implement it.
Artistic parquet looks especially luxurious in the interior. It is manufactured in a factory according to individually drawn up sketches. And the uniqueness of the design can be emphasized by inlay with stones and a combination of wood of different species.
Reference: If earlier artistic parquet was expensive, today more affordable technological developments have appeared.
Artistic parquet – design in the style of modern classics
How to choose the color of parquet for the interior of the room
The choice of dies of one color or another depends on the level of illumination of the room where they will be installed. In a dark room it is better to use light parquet (made from light wood).
The flooring is very light, almost white, in Lately began to be often used in designer interiors. But it should be used very carefully. After all, on the one hand, such a coating creates a feeling of open space, and on the other, it can make the interior faceless and boring. In what cases will white parquet look appropriate?
White flooring is ideal for creating an aged (“shabby chic”) effect.
Light or bleached flooring looks organic in a room decorated in Scandinavian style, country or ethnic
Bleached oak is ideal for modern minimalist interiors. Its wood can range in color from greyish-white to cream, allowing for a variety of designs.
On a note: main disadvantage white coating- the fact that it requires regular care and cleaning.
Parquet white oak appreciated for its excellent performance properties
A popular material for making light-colored flooring is ash. It has a beautiful texture and soft golden color.
Ash wood is reliable and strong, it does not crack or warp.
You can add some zest to the design of your room using maple parquet. It has a “chameleon” effect - it changes shade depending on the lighting.
Thanks to delicate mother-of-pearl, maple wood reflects light, changing its color
Practical and beautiful is gray parquet in the interior. Dark gray flooring visually reduces the room, while light gray flooring, on the contrary, expands it and makes it light and airy. This color has a calming effect on people, so it can be used to decorate living rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms.
A room with gray flooring “breathes” freshness and coolness
The most common flooring colors are golden brown. This popularity is explained by their versatility, because wood shades can vary from light milky to the color of dark chocolate. Brown parquet will add solidity and solidity to the interior. It is used in rooms where there is a shortage sunlight. The most popular types of wood are walnut, merbau, and rosewood.
Beige and red colors will eliminate dullness and gloom and bring comfort and warmth to the room
Dark wooden parquet looks expensive and elegant. Such flooring will successfully emphasize the elegance of both modern and classic interior. Flooring made of cherry, wenge (grown in Africa) will add some mystery to the room.
Wenge parquet, with its fine structure and rich color, will organically fit into any design
The color of wood plays an important role in the interior. The more contrast it is, the more it attracts attention and becomes the central element of the room. So red parquet became a symbol of luxury and elitism. It looks massive and monumental. And black parquet will be appropriate for a room decorated in an avant-garde style.
Advice: if you plan to focus on the flooring, it is better to choose high-quality and expensive flooring.
Stylish expensive parquet should not be covered with carpet or cluttered with furniture
An original solution would be colored parquet. The color blue is considered a symbol of peace, relaxation and tranquility.
With the help of blue parquet you can add a touch of lightness and carefreeness to the room.
To give the room a fresh look, you can use rare wood flooring with a greenish tint. The finished flooring can also be tinted green.
Green parquet floor is a great place for meditation
Please note: A bright floor would be appropriate in a living room or a nursery, but it is better not to use it in a bedroom.Using a play of colors and a combination of different textures of floor coverings, you can zone a room and add bright accents, individuality. And even if the coating wears out over time, it can be peeled off, a varnish coating applied, and the flooring will restore its original appearance.
Bottom line
Parquet is a beautiful and noble covering. It is unique in its variety of colors, textures, and performance qualities. Natural wood flooring is valued for its environmental friendliness and ability to add warmth and comfort to a home. So when choosing flooring, think about how it will form the basis of the design of the entire room.
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Parquet in the interior
Parquet in the interior- perhaps the most ancient floor covering, which still holds the palm in popularity. Expensive parquet is a wealth that has been passed down from generation to generation. It was carefully looked after, sanded, waxed to a shine in order to preserve the parquet in its original form for posterity.
Today, the place of parquet in the interior is increasingly occupied by linoleum or laminate, an inexpensive analogue of parquet. However, nothing beats the beautifully textured look and feel of walking on it barefoot.
Parquet looks especially beautiful in, as well as in a spacious dining room. Light oak boards are perfect for the interiors of romantic bedrooms and dressing rooms.
Unfortunately, today parquet is quite expensive, however, if you can afford it, by all means do it! You will see that the durability and practicality of this flooring will exceed all your expectations.
Due to the high cost, it has become quite difficult to find high-quality parquet flooring today, so before you go looking, we recommend that you scour online stores. For example, click laminate, which offers a large selection of floor coverings.
So, today we invite you to get inspired by ideas for using parquet in the interior and admire the stunning photos we found just for you.
Parquet in the interior: photo
Today, photos of parquet in the interior can be found not only in vintage-style houses, but also in modern apartments. Parquet gives a cool, minimalist design an amazing warmth and feeling of comfort. And how beautiful the parquet looks!
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Choosing flooring is always a difficult task. After all, in addition to the beautiful appearance the material must have a number of other properties. For example, to be durable, pleasant to the touch, environmentally friendly and not cause allergies. One of the floor coverings that meets these parameters is parquet. Today we decided to figure out what it is like and how to choose it correctly.
Types of parquet
There are four main types of parquet. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages:
Planks of different shapes and sizes with grooves for fastening and ridges. Among its advantages: rich design variety, easy replacement of strips (if necessary). Disadvantages include: high cost, instability to moisture, the need for additional processing (varnishing, grinding).
It consists of three layers, two base layers are made of coniferous wood, the third top layer is made of valuable wood. Parquet boards are cheaper than piece parquet. It is ready for installation and does not require processing. It is not resistant to moisture and can become deformed from large amounts of moisture. Another drawback is the poor choice of colors.
Solid wood covering. It is much thicker than parquet boards and cheaper than piece parquet. It's easy to install and care for. The solid board is not glued, so it is environmentally friendly and has a rich color palette.
A coating resistant to temperature changes and moisture, which is most often used on open terraces or in saunas.
Wood selection
Most often, ash is chosen for flooring in apartments. It is very practical and flexible, so it almost never cracks. It has a pronounced texture, and the color range can range from almost white to light pink and even brown.
The strongest and most wear-resistant are oak, maple, cherry and walnut. Each of them has a beautiful texture, as well as pleasant shades. For example, maple has an interesting cream color, and cherry can boast a pleasant coffee color. Beech is used less often; it is quite beautiful, but it is not resistant to temperature changes and high humidity. It is recommended for use in the interior of children's rooms.
Before you buy parquet, you need to inspect it thoroughly. The boards must be free of cracks, deformations, voids, staples or adhesive residues. If there are any, then the parquet is of low quality.
The durability of parquet is assessed by its top layer: the thicker it is, the better.
High-quality parquet smells only like wood and has a pleasant aroma.
When choosing parquet, special attention should be paid to its environmental friendliness. To do this, you need to contact consultants and ask them for quality certificates, read the composition of the parquet and make sure that it does not contain harmful substances eg formaldehyde or resins.
