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Elegance and functionality: the best types of parquet for your home

Parquet is one of the most elegant and popular choices for floor coverings, thanks to its ability to add warmth and sophistication to rooms. Its thermal and insulating properties provide inimitable comfort and, contrary to popular belief, it is perfectly compatible with underfloor heating systems. The most suitable woods for floor coverings are oak, walnut and teak. Parquet offers a wide range of options to meet different aesthetic and functional needs, making it suitable for every style of furniture: from classic to modern, from rustic to minimalist. In addition, a parquet floor not only enhances the aesthetics of a home, but also increases its value, representing a true investment for the future.


Solid Parquet

Solid parquet, considered the most traditional type, is made entirely of solid wood. The planks are dried and planed in the factory, but remain “rough” and require sanding, grouting and finishing (varnishing or oiling) after installation, directly at the customer's home. It is valued precisely for its timeless classic style but also for its durability and longevity. 


Prefinished Parquet

Prefinished parquet is a multilayer wood floor, already sanded and painted at the factory, which greatly simplifies installation and reduces the time required. Unlike solid wood parquet, it is easier to install and maintain, offering a practical and refined solution for those seeking a modern alternative to traditional parquet.


Herringbone parquet


Herringbone parquet is distinguished by its unique laying pattern, in which the planks are arranged in a “V” or “herringbone” shape, a design that creates an elegant and dynamic visual effect. Suitable for different types of wood, herringbone parquet is appreciated in both historic settings and modern, minimalist homes, where it successfully combines tradition and contemporary style.


Bamboo Parquet

Bamboo parquet is an environmentally friendly and sustainable choice, as bamboo is a renewable resource that grows rapidly. It is strong and durable, with good resistance to moisture and scratches. Bamboo parquet offers a distinctive and modern look, and it is available in various shades and finishes.


Laminate Parquet

Laminate parquet is not made of real wood; instead, it consists of a photographic print of wood on a high-density fiberboard (HDF) base. It is a more affordable and easy-to-install option, with good resistance to wear and scratches, but it cannot be sanded or refinished like real wood parquet.

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