Our Burley Minerale Herringbone Click Tile is a beautifully practical choice for living room tiles, combining the timeless look of parquet flooring with modern innovation. Made from rigid core composite with a mineral finish, these tiles are durable, water-resistant and ideal for creating a warm, wood-effect parquet tile design in your home.
Key Points
- Spring is the ideal time to refresh tired floors with parquet tiles—milder temperatures help adhesives cure evenly and you can order samples before the next rush.
- Parquet tile flooring includes both engineered wood parquet and parquet effect tiles in porcelain, and we supply both for homes and commercial spaces.
- Main benefits include timeless appeal, suitability for almost any room (including kitchens and bathrooms with porcelain), low maintenance, and compatibility with underfloor heating.
- Common concerns like cleaning, durability, and colour choice are easily addressed with the right material and finish selection.
- Visit our Ascot showroom or request samples to experience parquet tiles in person before making your decision.
What Is Parquet Tiles Flooring?
Our Brewhouse Porcelain Parquet tiles are a stylish and practical choice for bathroom tiles, combining the classic parquet flooring look with the durability of porcelain. Featuring a matt finish and terracotta-effect design, these tiles are perfect for achieving a refined, long-lasting bathroom floor.
Parquet tiles flooring tends to refer to geometric patterns created using either engineered wood blocks or porcelain tiles designed to mimic classic parquet wood. You can also create a similar effect with terracotta. Traditionally, parquet originated in 16th-century France as intricate inlaid wooden panels—think the grand halls of Versailles.
Today, you have two main options:
| Type | Material | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Engineered parquet | Real wood top layer over stable backing | Living rooms, bedrooms, dining rooms |
| Parquet effect tiles | Tend to be porcelain with printed wood texture | Kitchens, bathrooms, hallways |
Modern parquet comes in layouts like herringbone, chevron, and basketweave, suitable for both contemporary and period homes. We focus on premium engineered wood flooring and high-spec porcelain parquet effect tiles chosen for stability, colour consistency, and long-term durability.
Why Spring Is the Perfect Time to Upgrade to Parquet Tiles
Our Ikura F333 Vinyl Herringbone tiles are perfect for achieving a classic parquet tile look in your bathroom. Made from premium vinyl with a natural wood-effect finish, these tiles offer water resistance, warmth and a softer feel underfoot.
Let's be honest—spring light has a way of revealing every scuff, dated laminate, and worn carpet patch you've been ignoring all winter. That makes now the ideal season for a flooring refresh.
There are practical advantages too:
- Milder UK temperatures (10-18°C) help adhesives cure evenly
- Windows can be opened for ventilation, dispersing any finish odours
- Schedules are less hectic than peak summer holidays
Planning now gives you plenty of time to choose patterns and order samples before the busier renovation period. Bring floor plans and inspiration photos to our Ascot showroom for tailored advice.
Parquet Tiles vs Traditional Parquet Wood: Which Is Right for You?
Our Handmade Terracotta Parquet 30 x 7.5cm tiles are full of rustic charm, perfect for creating a warm and characterful living space. Crafted from natural terracotta with a handmade finish, these parquet tiles add texture, depth and an artisanal feel to living room floors.
Choosing between engineered parquet flooring and porcelain (or terracotta) parquet effect tiles depends on your lifestyle and room type.
Engineered wood parquet offers:
- Natural timber warmth and authentic grain variation
- Possibility of refinishing (up to 3-5 times over its lifespan)
- Perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and formal dining rooms
Porcelain parquet tiles deliver:
- Excellent water resistance (absorption below 0.5%)
- High scratch and stain resistance
- Ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, utilities, and busy hallways
Engineered Parquet Wood Flooring Benefits
Our Sandringham Aged Oak tiles bring authentic character to bathroom interiors with their rich wood-effect design. Made from durable porcelain with a textured matt finish, these tiles replicate the look of traditional parquet flooring while offering the practicality needed for bathroom tiles.
Engineered parquet construction features a hardwood top layer over a stable multi-layer backing—preferred over solid wood in the UK climate where humidity fluctuates between 40-70% annually. This stability means less expansion and contraction.
Porcelain Parquet-Effect Tiles Advantages
Porcelain parquet effect tiles mimic oak, walnut, or aged timber while offering very low water absorption and high surface strength. They're durable enough for high-traffic areas and wet zones—perfect for family kitchens, ground-floor bathrooms, boot rooms, and commercial entrances.
Our Lyndhurst Minerale Herringbone Click Tile combines the charm of parquet flooring with cutting-edge performance. Featuring a refined matt finish, these porcelain bathroom tiles are robust, water-resistant and perfect for creating a sophisticated parquet tile layout.
Choosing the Right Parquet Pattern for Each Room
Our Toro F318 Herringbone tiles bring the elegance of parquet flooring into your dining room with ease. Crafted from high-quality LVT with a realistic wood-effect finish, these tiles are designed for durability, comfort underfoot and effortless maintenance.
Pattern has a big impact on how large or cosy a space feels. Before locking in a layout, think about direction of natural light, the main view when entering the room, and existing architectural lines. Our team can help you visualise patterns before ordering.
Herringbone and Chevron Layouts
Our Marlborough Terracotta Parquet tiles bring timeless appeal to bathroom spaces. Made from natural terracotta with a traditional finish, these parquet tiles create a warm, inviting aesthetic while offering a durable solution for bathroom flooring.
Herringbone is the classic zig-zag pattern that works beautifully in Victorian terraces and modern apartments alike. Chevron has mitered ends creating a sharper, arrow-like pattern with a contemporary twist, suiting sleek interiors and long corridors.
Basketweave, Brick-Bond, and Plank Options
Basketweave creates an intricate woven effect ideal for compact spaces like cloakrooms. Brick-bond and plank layouts offer a more relaxed feel while retaining the character of parquet—and they're often easier to fit in some rooms.
Top Tips for Choosing Parquet Tiles Colours and Finishes
Our Reform Composite Stone Tumbled Leaf Green tiles offer a unique take on parquet flooring for bathrooms. Made from composite stone with a tumbled finish, these tiles deliver a beautifully aged look while providing durability and water resistance.
Colour choice can feel overwhelming. Start with your home's natural light level and existing furniture colours, then choose a shade that complements rather than fights these elements. Visit our Ascot showroom to compare shades from warm honey oak to cool greige and deep smoked brown.
Light, Mid, and Dark Tones
| Tone | Best For | Considerations |
|---|---|---|
| Light oak | Small rooms, loft conversions | Creates sense of space |
| Mid-toned | Most rooms | Safest for long-term flexibility |
| Dark/smoked | Formal living rooms, dining spaces | Needs good lighting |
Matt vs Semi-Sheen Finishes
Matt finishes on porcelain provide a natural, wood-like effect and hide everyday dust and footprints. Semi-sheen on engineered wood bounces light around darker rooms. Glossy surfaces highlight scratches—we usually recommend matt or low-sheen for kitchens, hallways, and bathrooms where practicality is crucial.
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