The Differences Between Chevron & Herringbone Flooring

Herringbone and chevron are often confused—but they’re two distinct patterns, each with its own design impact.

What Is Chevron?

With a chevron floor pattern, the boards are cut at 45-degree angles (sometimes 60-degree angles) and set against each other so that the ends join in a point. This forms a continuous ‘V’ shape to create a sleek, modern, directional aesthetic. Chevron flooring, with its clean arrow-like design, is often used to make a room look wider or longer.

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What is Herringbone?

Herringbone is created by placing rectangles in a staggered zigzag pattern, as shown on the left, it is commonly found in tilework and parquet floors.

Generally, herringbone is slightly easier, and more forgiving to install compared to chevron, which requires a high degree of precision in cutting and laying out.

Both can be stunning, and the right choice depends on the look you want to achieve. At Chaunceys, we supply both styles, with customisable finishes to match your design vision.

Want to know more about our parquet & patterned flooring?

Explore our parquet flooring patterns, from timeless Herringbone and stylish Chevron to exquisite Versailles panels. We offer patterned wood flooring options in a wide range of sizes and specifications to suit any interior style.

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