Learn more about wooden parquet! along with its history

If you are looking to choose a special and different floor covering in your home these days, you need to check all the different options. Among the options, you probably also thought about the very popular style of wooden parquet.

If Wooden parquet or laminate is your choice, stay with us to learn more about parquet.

What is wooden parquet?

Parquet is a traditional and original style of wooden flooring and very beautiful. This product is made in a variety of styles, colors and using wood such as: oak, beech, maple, walnut and cherry. Parquet pieces consist of short pieces of wood that are placed together in a mosaic and geometric order in various models and give a beautiful, lasting and eye-catching effect to any environment.

To buy Arta parquet and also to get the price of Arta laminate parquet, contact Arta representatives

History of wooden parquet

Wooden parquet design was first popularized among the European aristocracy in the 1600s. From that period, wooden parquets with intricate patterns became a popular alternative to marble floors. Because this type of floor covering required less maintenance.

However, this form of parquet covering was very expensive and required a lot of skill to create;

Therefore, the installation of wooden parquet became a strange display of wealth. But with the passage of time, parquet is not so expensive anymore and is now a popular form of floor covering for all types of homes.

In the past, the parquet boards were first glued to the concrete and then they were cut and polished by hand. But later, long boards with a tongue and groove system were invented and made it possible to make more complex designs.

During the 1600s, parquet flooring became the epitome of elegance in homes and palaces, as well as public buildings, schools, and factories throughout France.

In the 1680s, Louis XIV, King of France, installed different parquet designs in the Palace of Versailles:

The Versailles parquet pattern in the room of the Palace of Versailles caused this parquet design to become fashionable and a global trend in Europe at that time. In the 1670s, the marble floors in the king's large apartment leaked and the beams were rotten. So Louis XIV decided to replace the marble with Versailles parquet. A decision that should be related to its aesthetics, durability and geometrical sobriety. The expansion and reconstruction of the floor covering of the Palace of Versailles took two decades, and this change gave the Palace of Versailles a special prestige and luxury. The craftsmen of Louis XIV created a special pattern for the floors of Versailles; A combination of large squares with diagonal squares in it. This pattern is still known as Versailles parquet and is most often made of plain oak wood.

Aristocrats all over France were competing with each other to install new patterns of parquet in their palaces, and in this way, other patterns were born. Patterns such as: Chantilly design parquets as well as twill parquets, mosaic parquets and mosaic parquets.

Wooden parquets remained fashionable for several centuries and were a better alternative to marble, until they fell out of fashion in the 1930s and declined sharply, and many contemporary European homes were carpeted. For years, many parquet floors were hidden under carpets, until in the 1980s, these architectural wooden masterpieces were rediscovered and restored to their original beauty, and were once again valued as genuine floor coverings.

Advantages and disadvantages of wooden parquet

Wooden parquet is used in residential and commercial environments and even some sports places. Therefore, knowing the advantages and disadvantages of using parquet makes it easier for consumers to choose.

Advantages of wooden parquet:

Attractive and unique

Since parquet is made of natural wood, it easily conveys elegance, beauty and warmth to any room. The geometric pattern of wooden parquet has high flexibility, thus creating unique personalization and patterning. Wood naturally has unique knots and designs, and each piece is different from the other. Therefore, by using wooden parquet, you can easily give a unique and different appearance to any room

Strength and stability

Usually, parquets are made of 3 layers of wood and are glued together at 90 degree angles. This production method makes the floor covering very strong and stable. On the other hand, unlike traditional wooden boards, parquet pieces do not tend to expand, contract or move. Parquet wood is also highly resistant to humidity or slight dryness and movement.

Easy cleaning

Because parquet is made of natural wood, it is hypoallergenic and can be easily cleaned with a vacuum cleaner.
High installation speed, durability, compatibility with most design and decor styles, suitable for children, natural beauty, variety in design and color are other notable advantages of parquet.

Disadvantages of wooden parquet:

Scratches and moisture

The top layer of parquet, like all wooden floors, is vulnerable to scratches, scratches from hard or sharp objects. It is recommended to avoid wearing high-heeled shoes on wooden parquet.

Parquet wood can also warp and warp in very high humidity and long-term exposure to water. For this reason, it is not a good idea to install wooden parquet in wet environments such as bathrooms.

Periodic maintenance

All wooden parquets require periodic sanding, staining and resealing. Hence, with proper care, wooden flooring will last for years.
Low resistance to the heating and cooling system of the floor, the gap between the parquet grooves and noise when walking, the high cost compared to laminate parquet are other disadvantages of this type of floor covering.

What is laminate Flooring?

Several decades ago, laminate flooring entered the market of flooring competition as an easy, attractive and durable alternative. From that time until today, parquet laminate manufacturing technology has grown significantly. This type of floor covering has evolved with the introduction of deeper embossing, click-and-groove installation mechanisms, and a host of other innovations. However, no floor covering is perfect;

Laminate flooring has pros and cons in all the major flooring categories of installation, cleaning, durability, and more.
Parquet laminate flooring manufacturers are constantly working to improve it. Micro lines, deeper texture and better graphic reproduction have made parquet laminate flooring look closer to natural wood.

On the other hand, the engineering in making this type of floor covering has made Parquet Laminate (Arta Click) remain an affordable product in terms of efficiency, appearance and popularity.

Because the quality of parquet laminate products varies greatly, some can last up to 25 years or more in rooms with light use, while others installed in high-traffic areas may need to be replaced after another 10 years. have replacement
Easy installation, reasonable price, high resistance to stains and scratches are other advantages of Arta laminate parquet.

Wooden parquet or laminate parquet, which is better?

Parquet and laminate flooring are the most popular types of floor covering. At first glance, they look similar in many ways, especially in terms of appearance: it is almost impossible to distinguish between wood-look laminate and wood parquet flooring at first glance. In the following, we will compare the most important differences between these two types of floor covering:

It is very clear that it cannot be said that parquet or laminate flooring is better than the other. Both types of flooring have their own advantages and may even have disadvantages. In this sense, the focus here is on how to make both types and how to use them. First of all, you need to know which flooring is most suitable for your individual living conditions, so that you can enjoy your choice for many years.

Comparing the characteristics of wooden parquet and laminate parquet

Parquet is a type of floor covering that is made of real wood, the middle layer of HDF, the bottom and the surface are all made of wood.

Parquet flooring, by its nature, creates a natural and beautiful atmosphere wherever it is installed. If your goal is beauty and natural warmth, wooden parquet is a unique choice. One of the main differences between parquet and laminate parquet is the need for periodic maintenance and regular cleaning.

But in addition to regular cleaning (a simple slap is usually enough to remove surface dirt), parquet boards need to be re-oiled once a year and, in some types of parquet, varnished every year.
Parquet flooring is made of natural wood, so compared to laminate flooring, it has another weakness: sunlight can change its color. Depending on the type of wood, the parquet may become lighter or darker or take on a yellow color. If you have full-length windows, prevent direct sunlight by hanging curtains or installing laminate flooring. It is good to know that one of the best advantages of laminate flooring is its color stability and it does not change color easily in sunlight.

Unlike laminate flooring, the parquet floor can be sanded. This means that it is more durable than laminate flooring, but on the other hand, it is more expensive and has a significant price difference compared to laminate flooring (Arta Click). However, depending on your needs, the higher price of wood parquet can be a good choice thanks to its potentially longer lifespan.

Arta laminate flooring

Arta Industrial Group is known as the first manufacturer of laminate flooring in Iran with the Arta Clic brand in the cellulose industry sector by setting up the Arta pan factory with a mass production capacity of 10 million square meters. At present, Arta pan has mass-produced products such as laminate parquet, coated paper, profile MDF and decowall with a quality that can compete with foreign products. Among these products, Arta Clic laminate flooring offers comfort, beauty and durability to consumers in addition to the reasonable price. Arta clic anti-scratch parquet laminates have gained a special place among consumers with their easy installation method, quick implementation and click technology. Arta Clic Laminate flooring is suitable for homes, high traffic office and commercial environments. Arta Laminate flooring is available in various types, called universal cement and emboss, in various types of embossed design, stone and concrete design, and wood design. Among the main features of Arta clic, we can mention: high traffic class and anti-scratch, easy installation and its beauty.

Arta laminate flooring price list

To get the latest price list of Arta laminate flooring, you can get the updated price list of Arta laminate flooring products through reliable Arta dealers across the country through the link below.

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