A complete enhancement of the elegance and aesthetic appeal of the parquet is achieved by carefully choosing among the many possibilities of pairing the wooden floor with the rest of the furnishings in your home or workspace, naturally taking into account the color of your walls.

You will discover how its planks can be safely installed even in typically more humid and delicate areas, such as the bathroom and kitchen, and how, depending on the styles and installation patterns, the look of your spaces can change more or less radically. You can also evaluate the advantages that parquet offers compared to other surfaces, such as those made of porcelain stoneware or marble.

The presence of wood in the places where you spend much of your time is not just an aesthetic matter: it is essential for the well-being of body and soul, as taught by ancient Eastern philosophies. Finally, do not underestimate the timeless charm of boiserie, a wall solution with great aesthetic impact.

Parquet and furniture: the beauty of continuity, the charm of contrast

The combination of wooden flooring and furniture is crucial in defining the style of a space. A light-colored parquet, for example, suggests an idea of greater spaciousness, making it perfect for smaller spaces. Conversely, dark shades, like the Night Oak from the Dream line, give a more intimate and cozy tone.

If you seek a touch of classicism, you can opt for dark tones and maintain color consistency between furniture and flooring. However, parquet is also ideal for creating contrasts, perfectly matching modern styles. In Northern European countries, for example, light boards are often paired with accessories in lead or London smoke tones. It is important to avoid overly discordant combinations, such as pairing iridescent green with ochre.

Thanks to its versatility, parquet integrates well with both hi-tech accessories like televisions and Bluetooth speakers, and modern furniture with sophisticated designs in beige, white, gray, or taupe.

On the other hand, more natural varieties pair perfectly with dark and traditional furniture, such as Slavonian oak, an excellence of the Woodco offering. Additionally, the combination of dark parquet and light furniture creates an elegant contrast, ideal for naturally well-lit spaces. If you want to delve deeper into the topic, read the dedicated article on how to match parquet and furniture.

Classico, country e contemporaneo: un parquet per tutte le pareti

Parquet is extremely adaptable to the most diverse stylistic choices, from country to urban chic, but it is essential to consider the structure, dimensions, and light exposure of the spaces. Color contrasts can transform the appearance of a room: light parquet like beige or gray enhances dark walls, while dark shades like walnut highlight lighter walls.

For modern environments, Woodco recommends dark parquet like walnut, while essences like teak are ideal for bathrooms and kitchens due to their moisture resistance. In the article dedicated to how to choose the parquet color for the walls, you will find many suggestions designed to cater to multiple tastes and perspectives.

It will be useful to know that parquet classification includes division into four main categories: reds, lights, darks, and browns. Among the reds, the elegant merbau and Doussié Africa stand out. Among the lights, American maple, pink beech, and straw-yellow oak are available in the lines. For a modern style, dark shades like wenge are ideal, while iroko and teak are perfect for high-humidity environments, such as bathrooms and kitchens.

Wooden flooring and skirting boards: when details make the difference

The skirting board or baseboard is a fundamental element for finishing and protecting the junction between floor and walls, preventing damage caused by dust, dirt, or scratches. With heights generally ranging from six to eight centimeters, the skirting board offers a wide range of variants to suit every aesthetic and functional need.

Choosing an appropriate combination between parquet and skirting board requires attention: it is not enough to consider only the floor, but it is necessary to evaluate the whole, that is, the overall effect between skirting board, parquet, and furniture. A low skirting board, for example, can give more vertical momentum to the walls, while a high one contributes to creating a more traditional and cozy look.

Contrasti o continuità cromatica: quale scegliere?

Playing with color contrasts can enhance both the parquet boards and the walls and skirting board themselves, creating a more striking visual impact. However, for those who prefer a more uniform and discreet style, the option of a skirting board in the same color as the parquet is always an elegant choice.

Woodco offers three lines of skirting boards that stand out for their quality and versatility:

• Design: disponibile in formati da 50×13, 80×13, 100×10 e 100×13 mm, con colori che spaziano dal rovere al doussiè.
• Becco di Civetta: caratterizzato da bordi superiori arrotondati, è disponibile in formati da 70×10, 80×13, 100×10 e 100×13 mm, con essenze come rovere, faggio e larice.
• Decò: include quattro serie (Ducale, Gran Ducale, Liberty e Queen Victoria) con altezze variabili fino a 150 mm. Tra queste, i modelli Gran Ducale sono realizzati interamente in legno massello.

Where elegance meets resilience: parquet in bathrooms and kitchens

Have you ever been told that water is the worst enemy of parquet? Do not be discouraged by this prejudice. By following some precautions, parquet can be installed even in humid environments like the bathroom and kitchen, without sacrificing its elegance and functionality.

To avoid damage, it is sufficient to promptly dry splashes or water stagnation, and during winter, when heating can lower humidity, it is useful to use a humidifier. Additionally, regular ventilation of the spaces prevents mold formation and keeps the parquet in excellent condition.

Pulizia e posa: i segreti di una lunga durata

Cleaning is simple: use a vacuum cleaner and a damp cloth to remove dirt and dust. For installation, a floating technique is recommended to reduce the risk of infiltration. It is better to prefer prefinished and varnished parquet for greater moisture protection.

Among the Woodco essences most suitable for bathrooms and kitchens, we find teak, perfect for its natural water resistance. However, oak, with its innate robustness, also represents an excellent choice. Learn more in our guide on parquet in bathrooms and kitchens.

Every parquet has its herringbone: French, Hungarian, Italian

Herringbone parquet is a timeless classic that adds movement and elegance to any environment. This type of installation is distinguished by the arrangement of the boards at a specific angle, creating a unique and refined visual effect.

Le varianti della spina

1. Spina ungherese: le tavole sono tagliate a 30 o 60 gradi, creando un design ampio e dinamico.
2. Spina francese: caratterizzata da un taglio obliquo regolare di 45 gradi, offre un aspetto più compatto e sofisticato.
3. Spina italiana: le tavole si incontrano ad angolo retto, formando un disegno lineare e armonioso.

An example of excellence is the Arrow line by Woodco, part of the Signature collection, which allows for the creation of modular surfaces and original patterns thanks to the variety of available colors, such as Natural, Tan, Antique Bronze, and Bistro. Explore the details of herringbone installation in the dedicated guide.

Porcelain stoneware, marble, tiles: the effect is there, but wood is something else

Are you wondering whether to choose a wood-effect porcelain stoneware? Although it is an increasingly popular option for its competitive cost and satisfactory visual impact, parquet offers superior advantages. Its natural composition provides unique sensations of warmth, hospitality, and authenticity, with olfactory suggestions and an unparalleled richness of color. Moreover, parquet is resistant, thermal insulating, sound absorbing, and, in an era of sustainability awareness, represents an ecological and recyclable choice.

Pulizia e manutenzione: parquet vs gres

Like parquet, porcelain stoneware can also be brushed and varnished, but its structure allows dirt to penetrate more easily into the joints, making cleaning more complex. In the long term, parquet proves to be a more convenient choice: with periodic sanding and maintenance, it can return to like-new condition even after 15-20 years.

E il marmo?

Marble is certainly elegant and solid, with a millennia-old tradition. However, parquet surpasses marble in richness of hues and shades, as well as in thermal and acoustic insulation properties. Wood is alive and, over time, acquires charm thanks to its natural marks. The maintenance of marble, especially in environments like the bathroom or kitchen, can be equally demanding, as aggressive detergents can damage it.

If you are looking for a floor that combines beauty, warmth, and functionality, parquet is the winning choice. Learn more in the guide on parquet or wood-effect porcelain stoneware.

And if tomorrow… you paired parquet with tiles?

Aesthetic, architectural, or economic reasons may lead you to consider pairing parquet with other materials such as porcelain stoneware, marble, ceramic, or classic cement tiles. No problem: this combination can enhance the characteristics of both coverings, creating unique visual effects.

Stili di posa e contrasti cromatici

The combination of parquet and tiles allows you to play with:

• Orientamenti: posare le tavole del parquet in orizzontale o verticale rispetto alle piastrelle crea un contrasto dinamico.
• Disegni: mosaici, incastri irregolari e giochi di colore tra tinte chiare e scure aggiungono carattere agli ambienti.

This solution is ideal for hallways, corridors, bathrooms, and kitchens, where tiles can protect areas more prone to splashes and foot traffic. Around sinks, shower boxes, or kitchen corners, porcelain or marble tiles perfectly match resistant and elegant parquet essences available in the Woodco collections.

Parquet e piastrelle: dal living agli open space

This combination is particularly recommended for open spaces and living rooms, where the contrast between tiles and parquet can visually delineate functional areas. For example, the dining table can be placed on tiles, while the rest of the space remains covered in parquet, creating an impactful and original effect.

Accorgimenti tecnici

Not all tiles match parquet:

• Il gres porcellanato garantisce una resa eccellente, ma evita il gres effetto legno, poiché può creare disomogeneità visiva.
• Considera i diversi spessori dei materiali: il parquet ha uno spessore medio di 5 mm, mentre il gres e il marmo possono raggiungere 10-20 mm.

Choosing parquet and tiles carefully will allow you to achieve harmonious and functional spaces.

From wooden flooring to wood on the walls

Wooden planks have a centuries-old history as flooring and wall cladding, for both aesthetic and functional reasons. In the past, wood was used to protect against humidity, harsh climates, insects, and pests. Today, its aesthetic value can be enhanced by pairing it with heterogeneous materials, such as tiles, stones, or decorative brick inserts.

For example, wooden floors in matte shades, such as oak, teak, or walnut from the Dream collection, perfectly match light wall coverings, such as white, gray, or taupe. This combination is ideal for both domestic and professional environments, such as offices or studios.

Impatto visivo: la posa e l’orientamento

• Tavole verticali: esaltano l’altezza degli spazi.
• Tavole orizzontali: amplificano la percezione della larghezza.

Darker color variants, like those in the Woodco Signature collection, give a classic and welcoming style, while softer ones are perfect for modern, rustic, or country interiors.

A wall of parquet: the magic of boiserie

Boiserie, introduced in the French courts of the 16th and 17th centuries, is a wooden wall covering that adds timeless elegance. It is particularly versatile and lends itself to bold color combinations.

Recommended combinations

• Uffici o studi professionali: pavimenti in legno extra-opaco, come rovere, teak o noce, abbinati a pareti chiare o tortora.
• Tonalità nordiche: boiserie grigie per un tocco di austerità.
• Accenti colorati: rivestimenti blu o verdi abbinati a parquet chiari, come le essenze della linea Woodco Signature.

Installation is also crucial: the 45° herringbone design, for example, is perfect for classic spaces with light walls, while material uniformity between floor and boiserie creates a visual continuity effect.

Philosophy of wooden flooring: parquet and Feng Shui

According to Feng Shui, wood is a vital element that promotes harmony and well-being in living spaces. This ancient Chinese philosophy associates wood with concepts such as peace and longevity, suggesting design choices that promote positive energy.

Feng Shui principles applied to parquet

• Naturalità: preferisci parquet trattati con oli naturali e vernici senza solventi, come quelli di Woodco.
• Colori e simboli: tonalità grigio e tortora richiamano la forza del metallo, simbolo di creatività.
• Armonia negli spazi: orienta gli ambienti secondo i punti cardinali per massimizzare comfort e riposo.

For maintenance, opt for eco-friendly oil-wax solutions to preserve the natural essence of the parquet.

Parquet: one material, many souls

The versatility of parquet is not only given by its essences but also by the unique details that each collection can offer. Whether it is modern or rustic interiors, elegant spaces, or outdoor areas, parquet is a timeless solution that combines aesthetics and functionality.

Learn more about the Woodco collections and choose the parquet that best suits your needs.