Artistic parquet has been known for centuries in many countries around the world. Already in the 12th – 14th centuries, artistic parquet became a prestigious and elite floor covering in Europe. The term artistic parquet means complex geometric paintings formed by wooden pieces of different shapes and shades, made of different types of wood. These days, artistic parquet has become a significantly more accessible pleasure. The art of artistic parquet originates from the art of expensive carpets and tapestries. It is a symbol of the unconventional approach and the pursuit of perfection in the interior.
The production of artistic parquet has a complex technological process, in which an important role is played by the combination of different types of wood according to their characteristics – hardness, behavior when changing temperature and humidity. The variety of textures and the rich color range favor the creation of diverse drawings that satisfy even the most daring designers and customers. New technologies make it possible to produce artistic parquet with jeweler’s precision. Thanks to the skillful combination of creativity and technical approach, the artistic parquet is not only beautiful, but also practical and functional and is a work of art.
The floor with artistic parquet ceases to be an auxiliary part of the room and becomes an independent element of the interior. Regardless of the home, artistic parquet adds value to it, makes the interior more expressive and completely unique. The style of the artistic parquet is usually related to the general architectural style in the design of the interior and can be subordinated to one or another stylistic decision, as well as being dominant in the interior and a starting point. The color interaction with the walls, doors and furniture, the repetition of motifs from the contour of the cornices on the floor, delineating the place for the fireplace and duplicating its elements – these are just some of the possible aesthetic approaches for an interior with artistic parquet. In a spacious living room or a room with minimal furniture, artistic parquet is a key solution and adds enough beauty to the room.
The style of artistic parquet can be classic, contemporary, romantic, antique or avant-garde, as well as with an individual style created especially for you.
The installation of artistic parquet is a complex and responsible task, as it requires constant control of the humidity in the room, the use of the most reliable adhesives, etc. Professionalism in the installation of the artistic parquet is a guarantee not only for the aesthetics, but also for the reliability and durability of the flooring. Qualified installation is carried out according to the requirements of high standards, which guarantees decades of operation without the need for repair or restoration work and will keep the floor in perfect condition. We are professionals and if you need installation of this type of parquet, you can contact us. You can check out our price list here!
The artistic parquet must meet two basic conditions.
First, to have a sufficiently complex pattern – mosaic (geometric) or ornamental (curvilinear).
And secondly, several types of wood should be used for the parquet design (modular parquet, artistic rosette, border, composition and corner elements).
The main decorative elements from which the artistic parquet is formed are rosette, border, corner elements.
The rosette (medallion) is a multicolored artistic composition inscribed in a circle, sometimes in an oval, square, rhombus and other geometric shapes, with a drawing created from different types of wood. It is the most beautiful and bright element of the parquet floor that attracts attention. Traditionally, the rosette is placed in the central part of the room, being the organizing center of the entire composition. The rosette can become a nucleus around which the overall composition is formed. It can also play a corrective role in the complex shape of the room. The parquet rosette can repeat a motif from the ceiling ornaments, wrought iron details, carpet figures or another decorative element of the interior. The rosette can contain a family coat of arms, a company logo, the host’s initials, geometric, plant elements, animals or even an entire mythological plot.
The border (frieze) is one of the most common elements of parquet decoration. Its origin is from the pagan lines that delineated the space that surrounded man to protect him from evil forces. The magic circle in which prayers are recited is the original source of the curb. Its purpose is to form a comfortable living environment. Modern borders in artistic parquet are multifunctional elements of the interior composition. It can delineate the border of functional areas, surround columns, beds, a dining or billiard table. Most often, the border is placed around the perimeter of the room, repeating its shape. The border is combined with the other drawings and ornaments of the artistic parquet. Usually, in the corners when installing a border, corner ornaments are placed, which indicate and decorate additionally. The corner ornaments are in harmony with the elements of the overall composition – the border and the rosette.
Modular parquet is a modern option that offers many possibilities for building a different pattern. Most often, the parquet pattern is formed by repeating modules of the same type. These modules are pre-fabricated in production conditions with precision equipment, manual work and quality control. These individual parts are then glued together or assembled on the object to produce the final result. The modular parquet can be selected according to the manufacturer’s catalog or made according to the customer’s request.
Artistic parquet is enjoying a renaissance. This is due to a number of restoration works in buildings – monuments of culture. In addition, modern technologies that make the production of artistic parquet many times easier support its launch in modern sophisticated interiors.
