Herringbone and chevron parquet are the dominant choice across London’s premium neighbourhoods. The classic zigzag pattern suits both Victorian terraces and modern loft conversions, creating a sense of movement and craftsmanship. In high-traffic areas like hallways and kitchens, London homeowners increasingly choose LVT vinyl for its waterproof practicality without sacrificing the natural wood look.
Blocks are short, so a floor that is not perfectly flat shows less than it would under long boards – useful over pre-war joists that have settled. Access decides the delivery in central London more often than stock does. A long board has to reach a fourth-floor flat through a communal stair or a lift, and many blocks set delivery windows. Measure the stair turn and ask the building manager before the order goes in, not after.
How Parquet flooring suits London homes
From Georgian townhouses in Islington to contemporary apartments in Canary Wharf, London properties demand flooring that matches their character. Period homes with high ceilings and ornate features call for wide-plank oak or herringbone parquet, while modern open-plan flats benefit from the clean lines of large-format porcelain tiles or engineered wood in lighter tones. For exactly these properties, parquet flooring comes into its own in hallways, living rooms and open-plan spaces.
London homes, room by room
A quick tour through a typical London home:
Living Rooms: London living rooms favour wide-plank engineered oak in warm or natural tones, or herringbone parquet for a statement floor. In period homes, the pattern picks up the lines of original cornicing and fireplaces.
Hallways: First impressions matter in London property. Herringbone parquet in the hallway is the single most popular upgrade across the city, creating an immediate sense of quality.
Kitchens: LVT vinyl and porcelain tiles dominate London kitchens. Neither material takes on water, and both suit the open-plan kitchen-diners found in many London flats and conversions.
Bathrooms: Porcelain tiles in marble or stone effects are the standard for London bathrooms. For en-suites, LVT offers a warmer, softer alternative.
Our Parquet pick for London homes
Herringbone Parquet Oak · The signature London look, suits period homes and modern lofts equally well.
Delivery to London
We deliver across all London postcodes from our UK warehouse. Most in-stock orders reach London addresses within a timeframe that depends on the delivery postcode. For larger project orders, we can schedule delivery to align with your fitter’s timeline.
Serving every corner of London
We supply parquet flooring across Central London, North London, South London, East London, West London, Chelsea, Kensington, Hampstead, Islington, Richmond, Dulwich, Clapham, Battersea, Fulham, Putney, Hackney, Shoreditch, Canary Wharf, Greenwich, Wimbledon, Ealing, Chiswick, Camden and Notting Hill. Not sure which finish suits your light and layout? Order two or three samples to your London address, from £1.99, and compare them at home before you commit.
Shop by category
