Herringbone and chevron are often grouped together, but they are not the same flooring pattern. Both create directional movement, yet the way the boards meet changes the geometry of the finished floor.
What is herringbone flooring?
In a traditional herringbone layout, rectangular boards meet at right angles. The end of one board meets the side of another, creating the familiar broken zigzag effect. Browse our dedicated Herringbone Flooring collection.
What is chevron flooring?
Chevron boards are cut so their ends meet at an angle, forming continuous V-shaped lines. The result is cleaner and more directional than herringbone. Browse Chevron Flooring to compare available options.
Which pattern feels more traditional?
Herringbone has a classic rhythm and can work across traditional, transitional and contemporary interiors. Chevron often reads as sharper and more architectural because its lines meet continuously at a point.
Where should pattern flooring be used?
Either pattern can be used across a larger floor plan or limited to selected areas such as an entry, dining room, study or formal living room. The best approach depends on room proportions, transitions and the amount of visual movement desired.
Compare the pattern before ordering
Use the Floor Visualizer to switch between plank, herringbone and chevron. The visualizer is for design direction; final product availability, dimensions and color should be confirmed on the product page and with a physical sample.