How to choose your wood flooring

Choose a pattern and finish that suit your room, then check how the floor will be laid. Use this guide to narrow down your options before ordering samples or visiting a studio.

Compare patterns and board sizes

Straight planks draw the eye along the room. Herringbone creates a repeating pattern with rectangular blocks, while chevron uses angled ends to form a continuous V. Versailles panels create a larger repeating design, so it helps to see how a full panel fits within the room.

Compare board sizes, grain and finish in daylight and under your evening lighting. Lay samples next to your cabinetry, wall colour and any floors they will meet.

Check the room before choosing a floor

Tell us about your existing subfloor, doorways and changes in floor height. If you have underfloor heating, we can check whether the exact board and fitting method suit the heating system before you order.

Bring room dimensions, photographs and your preferred samples to a studio so we can discuss preparation, installation and finishing details.