Installation patterns

Installation direction of parquet - how to influence room effect, light and style

If you want to install parquet, you should not only pay attention to the type of wood and installation pattern - the installation direction of parquet also has a major influence on the room effect. Whether you install your parquet at 0°, 45°, 90° or 135° not only changes the look, but also the perceived size, depth and brightness of a room.

Installing parquet - in which direction?

The right installation direction depends on several factors:

1. Room size

In small rooms, parquet often looks calmer and more harmonious if it is laid lengthways - i.e. along the longer side of the room. This creates a visual “stretching effect”. You can be bolder in large rooms: Parquet laid diagonally (e.g. 45° or 135°) adds dynamism and a particularly individual flair.

2. Lighting conditions and window position

Parquet looks particularly beautiful when it is laid parallel to the incidence of light (e.g. to windows). In this way, the light is gently guided along the planks and emphasizes the natural grain of the wood. Parquet laid at right angles to the light creates stronger shadows, which can create more structure but also unrest.

3. Furnishings and room layout

Your furnishings also play a role: if the room is heavily furnished, a simple, linear laying direction can help to create more calm. In open-plan living areas, a deliberately diagonal or crosswise laying pattern can help to visually separate or emphasize certain zones.

Simply test the direction - with the Scheucher room planner

Are you unsure which laying direction best suits your room? With the parquet finder from Scheucher, you can easily try out different variants - in your own floor plan or using sample rooms. This allows you to see immediately how different angles - whether 0°, 45°, 90° or 135° - affect the room effect.

Conclusion: The right installation direction makes all the difference

Whether you install your parquet as a floating floor or glue it down over the entire surface - the direction is decisive for the visual effect of your floor. Take advantage of the many design options offered by Scheucher Parkett and plan your installation individually - tailored to the size of the room, furnishings, incidence of light and personal preferences.

Tip: Even in combination with installation patterns such as herringbone or cube, different angles develop their very own spatial effect - try it out!

What does it cost to have parquet installed?

The cost of installing parquet can vary greatly depending on the chosen installation method, room size, subfloor condition and desired installation pattern. Floating installation is generally more cost-effective as it is less time and material intensive. Full-surface gluing of parquet is more complex, but offers advantages in terms of footfall sound insulation, durability and room acoustics.

Individual patterns such as herringbone or cubes can also affect the price, as they require more cutting and craftsmanship. There may also be additional costs for preparing the subfloor, skirting boards, transition profiles or insulating material.

Read more about the cost of a parquet floor here - for an exact quote, we always recommend talking to a specialist partner on site.

Glue down or floating installation of parquet?

Depending on the type, requirements and area of application of the parquet, a different installation method is recommended. A distinction is made here between floating installation and full-surface gluing. All our parquet collections can be glued down, but only our WOODflor NOVOLOC 5G collection is suitable for floating installation. Thorough preparation is essential before the actual installation. Your specialist dealer will also be happy to help you with the planning and implementation of the following points:

Subfloor condition, evenness, dryness, cleanliness, strength and freedom from cracks.

You can find out more about this topic in this blog post.