Chevron vs. Herringbone

If you’re considering a parquet pattern for your new hardwood floors, Chevron and Herringbone are two of the most stylish and popular right now. Both have a rich history and have been around dating back to the 16th century, so it’s clear that these flooring patterns are consistently trending. these patterns look very similar, however, there are key differences that set them apart. Let’s take a look at each and define what makes them stand out apart from one another.

Chevron

A trendy combination of elegant and quirky, Chevron floors are making there way into many modern homes.

First seen depicted on pottery way back in the Bronze Age, Chevron has been a popular pattern for quite some time. It made its debut as a trending hardwood floor pattern in the 16th century and since then has been popping in and out of popularity for hardwood floors. It creates an arrow-like effect with its continual zig-zag pattern due to the 45 degree cuts on the end of each plank. Because of the custom cuts and tedious nature of installation, Chevron can be a bit more expensive than traditional hardwood floors or even Herringbone, but it is well worth the price as it opens your space up and serves as a beautiful conversation piece for your guests. This pattern will make any room in your room look more spacious and opens up many options for you to be creative. Choosing lighter colored wood creates a sleek and stylish effect as there will be little to no color difference between each plank, where darker woods with varying colors on each plank makes for an artistic and quirky look.

Herringbone

Similar to Chevron, Herringbone is another stunning option for a parquet pattern in any home.

Herringbone made its debut in the Roman Empire, being used to pave sturdy roads with this intricate and stunning pattern. It made its way into homes and businesses in 16th-century Europe as a popular hardwood flooring option. Unlike Chevron, Herringbone planks are cut at a 90-degree angle at each end and create a broken zig-zag pattern. Herringbone looks absolutely stunning in rustic-styled homes, but can be used with just about any style from modern minimalism, to country or farmhouse. It was originally inspired by the bone patterns of the herring fish, bringing some interesting character into the design and history of this pattern. It is becoming more and more popular with homeowners, builders, and designers, and looks incredible in every home it is featured in.