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different natural stones are cut into a   Decorative screed flooring.  sealer enhances its resistance to stains,
           variety  of  sizes,  shapes  and  thicknesses   The application of screed flooring   scratches and wear and tear. This makes
           for use as flooring. Stone flooring uses a   involves meticulous craftsmanship. The   it an ideal choice for high-traffic areas, as
           similar installation method to ceramic   screed mixture composed of materials like   it can withstand the demands of daily life
           tile slate and marble are popular types of   cement, sand and polymers, is expertly   without compromising its visual allure.
           stone flooring that requires polishing and   applied by skilled professionals. The result
           sealing. Stone aggregates, like Terrazzo,   is a flawlessly smooth surface that serves   Timber parquet flooring.
           can also be used instead of raw cut stone   as the foundation for the decorative layer.  Parquet timber flooring, an epitome
           and are available as either preformed   Beyond its aesthetic ability, decorative   of elegance in architectural design, has
           tiles or to be constructed in-place using a   screed flooring demonstrates remarkable   long been celebrated for its sophisticated
           cement binder.                     durability. The application of a topcoat   patterns and artistic value. Originating
                                                                                from the rich cultural heritage of Europe,
                                                                                parquet flooring infuses spaces with an
                                                                                artistic legacy.
                                                                                  Herringbone and chevron patterns
                                                                                stand out as two of the most coveted
                                                                                parquet styles. The herringbone design,
                                                                                known for its staggered zigzag of
                                                                                rectangular blocks, and the chevron
                                                                                pattern, with its wood pieces cut at 45 –
                                                                                degrees angles, offer both versatility and a
                                                                                timeless appeal.
                                                                                  Parquet timber flooring is more than
                                                                                just a flooring choice; it is a statement of
                                                                                style, a piece of history brought to life with
                                                                                its diverse patterns and designs. Parquet
                                                                                flooring caters to every preference, from
                                                                                the understated elegance of brick patterns
                                                                                to the intricate grandeur of Versailles. dw





















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