Underfloor heating and parquet: a perfect match
Contrary to some misconceptions, we at Woodco want to assure you that underfloor heating and parquet can perfectly coexist. If you wish to install underfloor heating systems, you can enjoy many benefits by paying attention to a few details regarding the choice of materials and installation methods. What are radiant screeds? Among the most commonly […]
The 6,000-year history of parquet
Wooden floors remain a successful choice for homes and commercial spaces even today, as evidenced by the long history of parquet spanning 6,000 years. Just last year, for example, a total of 92 million square meters of parquet was produced in Europe, and consumption exceeded 81 million square meters. These figures clearly demonstrate the great […]
Prefinished parquet with two or three layers? Discover the features
Wood floors are divided into two main categories: single-layer parquet and prefinished parquet with two or three layers. The former, made of solid wood, differ from multilayer ones because they consist of a single layer of noble wood, with a regular thickness and consistent profile. In contrast, two-layer parquet is made with a solid wood […]
Renovating your home’s flooring is easy with Slim, Woodco’s parquet with a thickness of only 10 millimeters.
This collection of extra-thin parquet, which combines beauty and practicality, has been designed by Woodco to be a true ally in renovation projects. Renovating a space to refresh it and give it a different, more modern and welcoming look means starting from the ground up, specifically with the floors. Choosing the right surfaces is very […]
3 Appearance Classes of Parquet: circle, triangle, square
The various types of oak parquet are divided into three appearance classes marked by corresponding symbols. The circle, triangle, and square indicate not so much the quality, but rather the performance and aesthetic appearance, according to the international standard UNI EN 13489:2018. These classes have been adopted because each wooden board has unique characteristics, such […]
Slavonian Oak or French Oak? Discover all the differences
Valuable, elegant, and durable, oak is one of the most commonly used and appreciated woods in parquet production. Oak is available in two main families: French oak and Slavonian oak. Both have specific characteristics, uses, and prerogatives. French Oak Parquet: Characteristics Let’s start with French oak. It is derived from a tree with particularly long […]
An elegant and modern residence with a retro taste
The Noce Veste di Monaco parquet from the Signature collection by Woodco, with its warm and enveloping tones, is the centerpiece of a luxurious residence in Tuscany. The project In the living area, the interior is well constructed not so much by individual furniture elements, but thanks to the overall harmony that arises from the […]
End-of-life parquet: how to dispose of a wooden floor
First of all, what not to do to dispose of the old parquet that has reached the end of its life and you want to replace: take it to the landfill. In fact, the anaerobic degradation of wood produces 60% methane and 40% carbon dioxide, which, as is well known, contribute significantly to the greenhouse […]
Floating parquet: advantages
The floating installation of parquet is often considered too expensive and demanding, and incompatible with underfloor heating systems; it is commonly believed that floating parquet produces footfall noise and does not ensure adequate silence. For this reason, in Italy, about 70% of installations are done with glued parquet. At Woodco, we want to show you […]
How to choose the color of parquet based on the walls
To match the color of the parquet based on the walls of your home, you must undoubtedly consider both the size and the structure of the residence. Wood flooring and its shades prove to be an extremely versatile and flexible solution. Parquet, in fact, adapts to country-style residences with the same ease as it fits […]
