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Wooden Flooring | Three Ways

4.25.2013

Today is Anzac Day, a national holiday for both NZ and Australia and we're having a very lazy day around home. I was going to take a break from the blog today but I get really excited about flooring and decided this post couldn't wait. When it came to building, the pale wooden flooring I've always longed for was at the top of my list of must-haves and I'm thrilled that it's finally happening!

If I had the luxury of choosing any brand in the world, hands down I'd pick Dinesen. This home in Copenhagen I wrote about a while back is a prime example of how amazing their flooring looks. Dinesen produce an exquisite signature floorboard with extraordinary dimensions. Long, wide planks provide a beautifully simple yet elegant look. Every time I see them my heart beats a little faster.


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I'm also slightly obsessed with Herringbone floors right now. This parquet flooring, which also comes in a chevron pattern, dates back to 1684 in Versailles. It goes to explain why I love seeing it in beautiful old character homes styled with a touch of French flair. 



If I was lucky enough to have herringbone flooring in my home, I'd keep clutter to a minimum in order to show off the beautiful pattern. Simple monochrome styling allows for the floors to stand out.   


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Lastly, I can't go past white painted floorboards. Distinctively Scandinavian, more and more people are embracing the trend here in NZ and I can see why. Providing a gloriously fresh canvas for adding texture and pops of colour, I particularly love white painted flooring paired with rustic wood accents, exposed bricks and a large cowhide rug.





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Do you have a favourite type of flooring? 

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11 comments:

  1. I really want herringbone floorboards - they are my absolute favourite. I haven't looked into it with too much depth, but when we finally redo our kitchen, I will have to see if there's anyone who does them in NZ. Do you know Michelle? x

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    1. I was wondering the same thing when writing this post - luckily there are! I like the look of this European Oak Herringbone:
      http://www.forteflooring.co.nz/productitems.php?category=Classicfloor%20Parquet
      and this is a NZ Oak Herringbone:
      http://www.timbers.co.nz/flooring.html
      What do you think? x

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    2. Thank you :) Nice to know someone is doing them here in NZ. Will have to try and fast forward our kitchen makeover. x

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  2. A great selection of floors there Michelle. I lived with Herringbone floors for years in my apartment in Europe & at the time didn't appreciate just how beautiful they are! Love the wide pale floorboards, you will love them in your new home. x

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    1. Thanks Talia, it's been a long time coming! x

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  3. Oh man, herringbone floors will always be my favorite!! I hope someday I will own a home with some original flooring like in those images. So beautiful!!

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  4. Love your images!! Flooring is the first layer and oh so important!! Really love it!

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    1. Thank you for your lovely comments both here and on Facebook! Happy Friday x

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  5. These are some stunning designs when it comes to wooden flooring! Goes to show what you can do with some design and the right materials!

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    1. So true! Thanks for stopping by for a read, much appreciated!

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