Parquet flooring lays smaller blocks in striking geometric patterns, herringbone and chevron being the signatures. Available in both engineered and solid constructions, it turns a floor into a design feature that suits classic and contemporary interiors alike.
Solid oak in hand-scraped finishes and engineered oak in warm smoked tones lead Durham’s premium renovations, particularly in Cathedral-area townhouses and Crossgate properties. Herringbone parquet is the standout upgrade for premium townhouse hallways, while LVT and laminate dominate the substantial Durham University student rental market.
Choosing Parquet flooring in Durham
It adds instant elegance and a sense of craftsmanship, and works especially well in hallways, living rooms and open-plan spaces. County Durham’s North East climate brings moderate rainfall, engineered wood handles seasonal moisture reliably. For properties with underfloor heating, engineered oak is the recommended choice over solid timber.
How Parquet flooring suits Durham homes
Durham combines internationally significant Cathedral and Castle UNESCO heritage with elegant Georgian and Victorian townhouses around the historic core, substantial family homes in Crossgate and Neville’s Cross, plus university-quarter properties in Gilesgate. The Cathedral, Castle, top-ranked university and proximity to Newcastle drive premium values in this exceptionally architecturally significant city. Within that mix, parquet flooring earns its place above all in hallways, living rooms and open-plan spaces.
Durham homes, room by room
From the orders we deliver across Durham, this is where each floor tends to go:
Townhouse Reception Rooms: Durham’s Cathedral-area Georgian and Victorian townhouses suit solid oak in hand-scraped finishes, ideally in wide planks (200mm+). Herringbone parquet echoes original patterns found in many premium properties.
Hallways: Herringbone parquet is the defining first impression for Durham’s premium townhouses, creating an immediate sense of quality befitting the city’s heritage. For family homes, engineered oak provides seamless flow.
Kitchens: Durham kitchens often blend heritage and contemporary styling. Porcelain stone-effect tiles suit traditional schemes; LVT in oak designs offers a warmer alternative for renovated period homes.
Student Rentals: Durham’s substantial student rental sector in Gilesgate and surrounding areas demands durable, easy-clean flooring. Laminate handles tenant turnover cost-effectively; LVT is the premium waterproof alternative.
Our Parquet pick for Durham homes
Herringbone Parquet Oak · The defining hallway upgrade for premium Crossgate and Neville’s Cross properties.
Delivery to Durham
We deliver across Durham and the wider County Durham area with tracked dispatch. Most in-stock orders arrive within 3–5 working days. We also cover Chester-le-Street, Spennymoor, Bishop Auckland, Stanley, Consett, Sedgefield and surrounding County Durham.
Across Durham and the wider area
We supply parquet flooring across Durham city centre, Gilesgate, Crossgate, Neville’s Cross, Sherburn, Bowburn, Pity Me, Belmont, Framwellgate Moor, Newton Hall, Brandon, Langley Moor, Meadowfield, Ushaw Moor, Coxhoe, Bearpark, Witton Gilbert, Chester-le-Street, Spennymoor, Bishop Auckland, Stanley, Consett, Sedgefield and surrounding County Durham. Not sure which finish suits your light and layout? Order two or three samples to your Durham address, from £1.99, and compare them at home before you commit.
