Parquetry is a geometric mosaic of wood pieces used for a decorative effect. The two main uses of parquetry are for veneer patterns on furniture and block patterns for flooring. The most popular parquet flooring pattern is herringbone.
The terms parquet, wood mosaic, and wood tile are used almost interchangeably to describe wood flooring laid in squares (or sometimes rectangular). Parquet flooring has become increasingly popular of wide selection of styles and the ease of installation. Parquet flooring comes in virtually every kind of wood and in a wide selection of patterns. You can buy it with a factory-applied finish, or, if you’re ambitious, you can sand and finish it after installation. Parquet flooring is most commonly made in 4- to 12 inch squares, but it’s also available in rectangles or in panels up to 30 inches square and usually 5/16 to ¾ inch thick, held together with mesh backing. Parquet is usually applied with adhesive, much like ceramic tile. It is produced in dozens of patterns, textures, and thicknesses, and is made from solid pieces of wood, laminates, or individual pieces of wood held together by a backing. Parquet floor is easy to install, yet has the look of a custom-designed floor.
