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Thanks to new technologies and new materials like porcelain stoneware, interiors of all sizes can be beautified with sophisticated, refined design effects without sacrificing convenience and durability.
In this article we’ll be exploring all its benefits, with a focus on the Marazzi collections: discover the elegance of this installation pattern, the key to a unique style!
Defining the chevron pattern and reasons for choosing it
The chevron pattern is a traditional decorative motif with strong visual impact and the ability to give an extra touch of decoration to any interior, from the most classical to the most contemporary.
Over time, the fashion for this ornamental motif has spread to many different contexts, and it now decorates every kind of interior design accessory, from fabrics to wall and floor coverings.
Most people associate this installation pattern with parquet floors: nowadays, the warm, inviting, aristocratic look of natural wood is perfectly replicated by wood-effect porcelain stoneware, a state-of-the-art, high-performance material that combines these benefits with decidedly unique durability and ease of care.
Benefits of wood-effect porcelain stoneware for chevron-pattern installation
Marazzi revitalises the glamour of the chevron pattern in two wood-effect porcelain stoneware collections, Vivo and Vero, which offer an unbeatable combination of the benefits of ceramics and wood.
Unlike natural wood, stoneware is highly resistant to scratches, impacts, excessive damp and thermal shock, making it ideal for installation in places like kitchens, bathrooms and heavily used areas.
Difference between chevron and traditional herringbone installation patterns
The chevron and herringbone installation patterns are similar but there are some visual and technical differences.
In the chevron pattern, often known as “French herringbone”, the tiles are cut at 45 degrees and combine after installation to form a perfect “V” and construct an elegant, continuous, regular zigzag motif. Due to its uniformity, this pattern creates visually immaculate design schemes, perfectly attuned to modern and minimalist styles.
In traditional herringbone, the tiles are rectangular and are installed at 90 degrees to each other, creating a more dynamic, irregular pattern, perfect for anyone seeking a decorative effect that adds depth and texture to an interior.
The choice between the two patterns depends on the aesthetic effect required: chevron provides a neat, sophisticated look while herringbone gives the design scheme more variety and dynamism.
Installing a chevron floor: a fundamental step
Installing a herringbone-pattern floor requires precision and careful attention to details. It’s fundamental to follow the right preparatory steps and use the best methods for a perfect, lasting result.
Great precision is required during installation to align the tiles properly and create a neat visual effect.
Preparatory phases for perfect herringbone-pattern installation
When it comes to installing a herringbone floor, preparation is fundamental in ensuring a result that makes the most of this pattern’s elegance and symmetry. Although the process may appear simple, it’s essential to have the job done by skilled professionals to ensure that every step is carried out with care and attention. It takes expertise to correctly interpret the needs of the specific space and plan every detail in a way that enhances the tiles’ design and creates an attractive interior.
Good installation brings benefits not only in appearance but also in terms of the floor’s durability over time. In fact, the herringbone pattern requires precision in placing the tiles and in managing the space available. Precise, impeccable installation is needed if this classical pattern is to express its full potential.
Design ideas for a modern chevron-pattern floor
A herringbone floor is suitable for many interior design solutions: thanks to the versatility typical of wood-effect porcelain stoneware, this installation pattern can be re-created in a vast array of contexts, both residential and commercial, in heavily-used spaces or showrooms, in modern, rustic or more minimalist design schemes.
Wood-effect porcelain stoneware and the chevron pattern in residential interiors
Wood-effect porcelain stoneware installed in a chevron pattern is perfect for rooms like the living-room, kitchen and bedroom, where it can add warmth and lighten the interior. This floor covering’s refined shades combine easily with contemporary furnishings to create an inviting, modern mood.
At the same time, the more rustic, natural shades of wood-effect stoneware combine well with materials like wood and fabrics, giving residential interiors a natural, sophisticated look.
Chevron-pattern installation in commercial locations
In commercial interiors, chevron-pattern floors can create a welcoming mood of impeccable order. The warm shades and finishes that evoke wood or other natural materials combine to perfection with furnishings in wood or leather, making these coverings ideal for shops, showrooms and offices.
What’s more, porcelain stoneware’s durability makes it particularly suitable for high-traffic locations, providing an unbeatable mix of style and function.
Marazzi tiles for perfect chevron-pattern installation
Amongst Marazzi’s wide assortment, we’ve already mentioned two collections ideal for chevron-pattern installation.
The Vero collection expresses all the rich splendour of wood and with its wide range of colours it’s an excellent choice for refined design schemes with a versatile, contemporary beauty. Thanks to the new Sabbia, Betulla and Larice shades, now available alongside the familiar Natural, Rovere, Castagno and Quercia, these tiles enable you to create surfaces with a forthright, natural personality, also perfect for outdoor areas.
The Vivo collection comprises four colours (Sabbia, Grano, Tabacco and Castano) in which wood’s loveliness is enhanced by a lightly polished surface, conferring a unique elegance on every interior. The sizes available, which include the 11×54 Chevron, provide a wealth of application options and allow Vivo to be combined with other Marazzi materials inspired by marbles, stones and Venetian Seminato. Vivo is a versatile, refined choice for your design solutions, able to enhance any location with a touch of style and authenticity.
Choosing the right tile size is fundamental for achieving an optimal result. Marazzi collections offer sizes with ends cut at 45° for chevron installation, ideal for an elegant, tasteful effect. When choosing the size, the room’s dimensions and the intended interior design must be considered.
The chevron pattern is a timeless choice that can transform any interior with its elegance and refinement, especially when created with state-of-the-art materials like wood-effect porcelain stoneware.
If you want to explore all the potentials of porcelain stoneware and find the right inspiration for your next project, visit the Marazzi website and succumb to the fascination of the collections designed to beautify every location with style and quality.
