Nothing Says Sophistication Quite Like Herringbone Flooring

by Joel Hirshberg

 

A Five-Century-Old Classic Reimagined

Why have herringbone and chevron floors remained popular for hundreds of years? Their intricate geometric patterns transform ordinary rooms into memorable spaces—with the timeless elegance of a European estate.

Traditionally, these floors were made from small pieces of wood individually cut, fitted, glued, and nailed into place. The process required considerable time, precision, and craftsmanship. That’s why herringbone and chevron patterns were once found primarily in cathedrals, castles, palaces, and museums—including the Château de Fontainebleau and the Louvre.

Today, they’re still a favorite in luxury hotels, ballrooms, and high-end homes.

Beautiful? Absolutely. Only for the Rich? Not Anymore.

You don’t need to live in a castle—or own a multimillion-dollar home—to enjoy authentic herringbone flooring.

GBS Herringbone Waterproof Hardwood Click gives you the timeless beauty of real oak without the complicated installation or traditional luxury price. It’s an easier, more practical way to bring exceptional design into almost any home.

Herringbone Made Easier

Traditional herringbone can take up to three times longer to install—and cost considerably more—than conventional hardwood flooring.

GBS Herringbone Waterproof Hardwood Click changes that.

Its precision locking system allows the planks to click together side to side and float over a properly prepared subfloor. No nails are required, and glue is optional. Experienced DIYers and qualified handymen or handywomen can install it without hiring a specialized herringbone flooring professional in a fraction of the time.

Prefer a permanent installation? This floor can also be glued down.

Better Than the Classic

• Healthier materials — no added urea-formaldehyde, zero VOC emissions, and no vinyl
• Exceptional durability — the Woodura® core provides up to twice the hardness of conventional oak flooring
• Responsibly sourced — made with real oak from FSC-certified forests
• Easy installation — installs in a fraction of the time required for traditional herringbone
• No special tools — no nails or glue required for a floating installation
• Spill protection — Välinge 5G® Dry technology provides protection against household spills for up to 24 hours
• More design possibilities — create herringbone, basketweave, brick, or ladder patterns
• Remarkably versatile — suitable for installation below, on, or above grade
• Radiant-heat compatible — works with approved electric and hydronic in-floor heating systems
• Lifetime warranty — covers workmanship, structural integrity, water resistance, and wear according to the warranty terms

A Floor That Makes the Entire Room

Nothing demonstrates refined taste quite like genuine oak herringbone flooring.

Imagine bringing centuries of timeless design into your home—quickly, easily, and at a fraction of the traditional cost.

For more details on this floor, shop GBS Herringbone Waterproof Hardwood Click.

Looking for another distinctive geometric floor? Explore our Wicanders Cork Legacy Chevron Flooring.