--- title: What is the difference between herringbone and chevron? description: What is the difference between a laminate floor or wooden floor in herringbone or chevron pattern? We explain the difference between these flooring patterns. image: https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/hubfs/orlando_lvt_1000x500.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/en/choose-my-floor/difference-herringbone-chevron#main-content) [![logo_berry-alloc black](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/hubfs/logo_berry-alloc%20black.svg "logo_berry-alloc black")](http://www.bintg.com) [![logo_my-floor-style brown](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/hubfs/logo_my-floor-style%20brown.svg "logo_my-floor-style brown")](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/) - [Choose my floor](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/tag/choose-my-floor) - [Interior & colour](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/tag/interior-colour) - [Practical advice](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/tag/practical-advice) - [Choose my floor](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/tag/choose-my-floor) - [Interior & colour](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/tag/interior-colour) - [Practical advice](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/tag/practical-advice) - [English](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/en/choose-my-floor/difference-herringbone-chevron) - [Dansk - Danmark](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/da-dk/mit-gulvvalg/forskel-sildeben-ungarsk-punkt) - [Français - Belgique](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/fr-be/choissir-mon-sol/difference-baton-rompu-point-de-hongrie) - [Français - France](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/fr-fr/choissir-mon-sol/difference-batons-rompus-point-de-hongrie) - [Nederlands - België](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/nl-be/mijn-vloer-kiezen/verschil-visgraat-hongaarse-punt) - [Norsk – Norge](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/no-no/mitt-gulvvalg/forskjell-fiskebensmonster-ungarsk-punkt) - [Polski (Polska)](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/pl-pl/moj-wybor-podlogi/roznica-jodelka-wegierski-wzor) English [Visualise in my room](https://www.berryalloc.com/global/en/floorfit) [Find a dealer](https://www.berryalloc.com/global/en/dealers?location=London%2C+United+Kingdom) # What is the difference between herringbone and chevron? written by: Julia, Passionate Parquet Specialist date: 18/11/2025 reading time: 5 minutes ![Living](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/orlando_lvt_609x107_berryalloc_rsh_01.jpg?width=2000&height=1375&name=orlando_lvt_609x107_berryalloc_rsh_01.jpg) > When choosing your new floor, there’s one more important decision to make: the floor pattern. There are plenty of options, each more creative or full of character than the next. For example, you can choose a herringbone or chevron pattern. But what’s the difference? ## Similar but not identical Confusing herringbone with chevron is completely normal. They do look quite a bit alike. Both are broken zigzag patterns that draw attention. The difference lies in the shape of the planks and the way they are laid. - [![Parquet - Les Iconics -  Oak Rustic Lutece Chevron](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/lutece%20chevron_pqt_v4_636x125_berryalloc_rsh_01.jpg?width=1333&height=2000&name=lutece%20chevron_pqt_v4_636x125_berryalloc_rsh_01.jpg) Parquet - Les Iconics -  Oak Rustic Lutece Chevron](https://www.berryalloc.com/en/products/les-iconics/61001252?page=1) - [![Vinyl planks - Zenn Herringbone - Oslo](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/oslo_lvt_609x107_berryalloc_rsh_01.jpg?width=1375&height=2000&name=oslo_lvt_609x107_berryalloc_rsh_01.jpg) Vinyl planks - Zenn Herringbone - Oslo](https://www.berryalloc.com/en/products/zenn/60002245?page=1) ## What is a herringbone floor? In a herringbone pattern, you work with rectangular planks – in standard sizes, often rather short, and lay them at a 90-degree angle. The short end of one plank touches the long side of the next. The pattern starts to resemble a fishbone, hence the name. The result: a stylish floor that instantly adds character to the room. ## What is a chevron floor? In a chevron pattern, the short ends of the planks are cut at an angle. The planks are then laid at a 45 or 50-degree angle. This creates straight seams in the pattern, also known as chevrons or “sergeant stripes.” This pattern looks a bit more symmetrical than herringbone but still gives the room plenty of personality. - [![Parquet - Les Iconics - Oak Rustic Lutece Herringbone](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/lutece%20herringbone_pqt_v4_600x125_berryalloc_psh.jpg?width=1000&height=2000&name=lutece%20herringbone_pqt_v4_600x125_berryalloc_psh.jpg) Parquet - Les Iconics -  Oak Rustic Lutece Herringbone](https://www.berryalloc.com/en/products/les-iconics/61001251?page=1) - [![Parquet - Les Iconics - Oak Rustic Lutece Chevron](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/lutece%20chevron_pqt_v4_636x125_berryalloc_psh.jpg?width=1000&height=2000&name=lutece%20chevron_pqt_v4_636x125_berryalloc_psh.jpg) Parquet - Les Iconics -  Oak Rustic Lutece Chevron](https://www.berryalloc.com/en/products/les-iconics/61001252?page=1) ## How to choose between herringbone and chevron? It all depends on your personal taste and the look you want to give the space. Usually, the chevron pattern works best in larger rooms, while herringbone is often considered timeless. Is ease of installation your top priority? Then chevron is your best bet, as herringbone requires the planks to be staggered. Both patterns can be delivered with A & B planks, which is handy during installation. [![Strong wood floors - Parqwood - Nude Herringbone Calm](https://myfloorstyle.berryalloc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1920x1080.jpg?width=1920&height=1080&name=1920x1080.jpg)](https://www.berryalloc.com/en/products/parqwood/61001494?page=1) Looking for an iconic parquet floor in herringbone or chevron? 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