Lesson 1Parquet patterns: geometry, material yield, and visual effects of herringbone, chevron, and mosaicYou'll examine how herringbone, chevron, and mosaic patterns impact wood usage, layout difficulty, and room appearance. Learn to choose board sizes, account for waste, and direct patterns to fit room shapes and lighting.
Herringbone geometry and layout fundamentalsChevron angle choices and directional emphasisMosaic and panel patterns for small spacesMaterial yield, offcuts, and waste calculationsPattern choice versus room proportions and lightLesson 2Physical and mechanical properties of common parquet species: oak, maple, walnut, ashThis part looks at density, strength, and swelling in oak, maple, walnut, and ash. You'll compare how they hold up, cut nicely, and suit different parquet styles and busy areas.
Density and weight differences among speciesElasticity, stiffness, and deflection under loadWear layer performance in solid and engineered parquetMachining, splintering, and edge stability by speciesSpecies suitability for residential versus light commercialLesson 3Finish types: penetrating oils, water-based polyurethane, solvent-based polyurethane, hardwax oils — composition and performanceWe'll compare oils that soak in, water-based and solvent-based polyurethanes, and hardwax oils. You'll get their makeup, drying, look, and how they perform to pick the best for each job.
Penetrating oils: solids content and curingWater‑based polyurethane layers and additivesSolvent‑based polyurethane and film hardnessHardwax oils: wax fraction and open timeVisual look: sheen, depth, and grain highlightingLesson 4Moisture movement and dimensional stability per species; suitability for concrete subfloorsWe'll check moisture changes and size stability in main wood types and how this works over concrete. You'll judge risks of gaps, warping, and glue failure with changing dampness.
Radial versus tangential shrinkage by speciesEngineered versus solid stability comparisonsMoisture limits for concrete subfloors and slabsVapor barriers, primers, and adhesive selectionSpecies choices for high humidity or slab‑on‑gradeLesson 5Durability and scratch resistance ratings; Janka hardness and impact on family living roomsWe'll link toughness ratings and Janka hardness to home use. You'll see how dents, scratches, and wear show in sitting rooms, and balance hardness with feel, sound, and cost.
Understanding Janka hardness test proceduresHardness versus denting from furniture and toysScratch resistance from pets, sand, and chair legsBalancing hardness, comfort, and acoustic behaviorSpecies selection for busy family living roomsLesson 6Comparative maintenance and refinishing characteristics for each speciesYou'll compare cleaning, wear, and refinishing on oak, maple, walnut, and ash. Learn service life, sanding limits, and how wood colour and grain affect repair looks.
Routine cleaning needs by species hardnessSurface wear patterns and gloss loss over timeSanding limits for solid and engineered parquetColor change impact on patch and board repairsRefinishing intervals in typical home conditionsLesson 7Pattern installation constraints: board sizes, tongue-and-groove orientation, and required cutting allowancesThis part details how patterns limit board sizes, tongue-groove direction, and cut extras. You'll plan layouts that follow maker rules and cut site troubles.
Board length and width rules for herringboneChevron angle, leg length, and factory millingTongue‑and‑groove direction and reference linesExpansion gaps and border framing strategiesCutting allowances and waste for complex layoutsLesson 8Finish properties: abrasion resistance, yellowing, VOCs, breathability, recoatability, and repairabilityThis explains how finish makeup gives wear resistance, yellowing, low VOCs, air flow, recoating, and fix ease. You'll compare coating and soaking types for use and care needs.
Abrasion resistance and traffic class ratingsYellowing behavior of oils and polyurethanesVOCs, indoor air quality, and regulationsFinish breathability and moisture bufferingRecoatability, spot repair, and blending limitsLesson 9Selecting wood species, pattern, and finish to meet client needs: durability, warmth, cleaning, and classic appearance (decision criteria checklist)This gives a clear way to match wood, pattern, and finish to client hopes. You'll use a checklist for toughness, warmth, cleaning, style, and future changes.
Clarifying client lifestyle and traffic patternsPrioritizing durability versus visual warmthCleaning effort, stain tolerance, and sheen levelClassic, modern, and rustic style preferencesDecision checklist for final parquet specificationLesson 10Appearance, grain, and color stability: tannins, oxidation, and staining behaviorThis checks how grain, colour, and tannins change parquet looks over time. You'll predict fading, stains, and colour hold under light and daily steps.
Grain types and perceived texture in parquet floorsNatural color ranges of major parquet wood speciesTannins and reactions with adhesives and finishesOxidation, UV exposure, and long‑term color changePreventing stains from metals, pets, and household spills
