Rating of the best manufacturers of parquet boards in 2020

On the modern market of finishing materials, there are many different proposals, including for indoor flooring. Which type of floor to choose depends on your circumstances and personal preference. This article will discuss a parquet board, its properties and advantages, the top ten manufacturers on the Russian market in 2020.

Unlike solid plank and parquet, parquet is relatively inexpensive, making it a popular construction material. Like any other building material, it has its own advantages and disadvantages.

The main characteristics of a parquet board

The main feature of the parquet board over other types of flooring is the good value for money. For relatively little money, you can get an environmentally friendly floor that can withstand the load, easy to assemble and use.

Advantages

• Consists of natural wood, with the exception of some brands, where the middle layer is replaced by NDF;
• Sold ready-made. Does not require sanding and processing with varnish or oil;
• Not afraid of changes in temperature and humidity, it is used as a "warm floor" covering;
• The main type of installation is a floating method;
• Easy to assemble thanks to the lock system;
• Allows you to bring to life a lot of interesting design solutions due to the variety of textures and colors of wood;
• Multi-layer construction provides high strength;
• Resistant to dust and moisture thanks to a multi-layer protective coating with oil, wax or varnish.

disadvantages

• Small wear resistance;
• Almost impossible to restore.

How to choose a quality finishing building material? What should you look out for first? Which product is better to choose? These are three questions any consumer asks himself, knowing that making mistakes can be costly. Even popular models of parquet boards can vary greatly in quality.
To avoid trouble and make the right choice, you need to study the technical characteristics and functionality of the presented building material.

Structure

A parquet board is a completely wooden structure, consisting of three layers connected with glue.
The bottom layer consists of coniferous veneer. The best producers use a tree growing in the northern regions. Such a tree has frequent, dense annual rings that are not subject to deformation, which provides the board with a reliable base.

The middle layer consists of small planks - lamellas, located perpendicular to the lower and upper layers. Quality lamellas provide structural strength, preventing material distortion.For manufacturing, coniferous wood is used, less often birch. Recently, some manufacturers began to use an NDF board as a middle layer, which increases the strength and improves the noise insulation properties of the coating.

The top layer is made of fine wood veneer. The most common are oak, maple, beech veneer, walnut and cherry. Exotic tree species with denser wood are also used. The thicker the top layer, the better the parquet board will be. It can be restored, which extends the service life.

Kinds

What kind of parquet board is there? Most often, the parquet board is presented in three types:

• Plank 1-strip made of solid veneer and imitating a floorboard. Sometimes, for a better fit and in order to achieve a more similarity to the floorboard, the edges of the product are chamfered. This type is the most expensive for the price. To select a quality solid piece of veneer, you need to sort out a large amount of material.
• A two-strip plank consists of a pair of veneer strips to brighten the floor pattern.
• A three-strip board consists of three overlapping veneer strips, which gives the floor a parquet-like appearance. It is the cheapest material because it uses short cut veneers.
  In addition to the types considered, there are two more - four-lane and multi-lane board. They are inexpensive, they are not often found in our market.

Types

For the formation of collections of parquet boards, selection of material by appearance is used - selection. The wood is sorted by the presence of flaws - knots, sapwood, uneven color and stains. There is no single classification. Most manufacturers recognize three main types of parquet boards. The best of them can apply their classification, providing up to six options.

• Select is the highest grade of parquet board. For manufacturing, wood of ideal quality of radial sawing will be used. The drawing of the tree is smooth. According to buyers, this is an excellent floor material for interiors in a classic style.
• Natur is a medium grade. Wood with minor defects is used - few knots, color differences are possible. The tree structure is more pronounced. The drawing turns out to be beautiful, and the average price for a collection of boards of the nature variety is much lower compared to the select variety.
• Rustic (country) - the lowest grade. For work, use wood with various flaws within the permissible limits. However, it is this variety that expresses the character of the wooden surface and is widely used for interior decoration in a rustic style.

Dimensions

Ease of assembly and resistance to loads depend on the size. The thicker the board, the more wear resistance it is. The thickest material can even be placed on wooden logs in an old house. It won't sag and the thick top layer will allow the floor to scrape when worn.

The thickness of the parquet board varies from 7 to 26 mm. For repairing an apartment, you can use a board with a thickness of 14 mm., And in the office you should put a board not thinner than 20 mm., Due to the greater traffic of the room.

The usual dimensions of the board are: width - 10-20 cm, length - 2-2.5 m. The longer and wider the board, the better it performs its functions. Custom short and narrow options are often made from second-rate materials.

Styling

Installation of a parquet board takes place in two ways - floating and using glue.
In the first case, a soundproofing substrate must be placed under the board. In the second, you can glue the boards directly onto the rough floor. The surface must be leveled.

It is also possible to lay a parquet board on a "warm" floor, but it is necessary to carefully consider the type of wood from which the building material is made. Exotic varieties grown in humid climates are not suitable for this purpose due to the fact that they cannot tolerate excessive dryness.

It should be remembered that a floor assembled in a floating way cannot be scraped when worn.To restore such a facing material, you can only replace the board.

Repair of a glued floor is allowed if the thickness of the surface veneer is at least 2 mm. In this case, a layer of damaged wood is removed and re-varnished.

To facilitate the assembly process, the parquet board is manufactured with locking joints on the long sides. Today this is the most reliable way of joining parts, and the easiest one.

Below is a ranking of the ten most demanded manufacturers of parquet boards in our country. It was based on customer reviews and statistics from home improvement stores. An overview of foreign enterprises and masters of domestic production is carried out.

The best parquet board manufacturers for 2020

Amber wood

Russian manufacturer, closing the rating of quality models. The enterprise was founded in 2005 in Dalnerechensk. Local types of wood are used in production - oak and ash, which makes the finished product adapted to local climatic conditions and ensures the popularity of the models on the Russian market. Budget collections do quite well with the main function of the floor, providing a beautiful and durable covering for home, apartment and office.

• Lots of colors;
• There are suggestions using the brushing technique to create a unique pattern;
• Boards thickness - 14 mm;
• PU varnish is used for coating;
• The average price is within 2000 rubles per square meter.

• Fragility. Service life is only 10 years;
• There is no choice of wood varieties;
• There are problems with geometry in individual consignments.

Upofloor - Karelia

A Finnish-Russian joint venture that has existed in this format since 2000. A special feature of the enterprise is the production of multilayer boards in several trade niches. In the expensive segment, premium class goods are presented in the line of brands - Upofloor and Karelia, in the economy version - Polarwood, Woodpecker, Focus Wood.

All products undergo strict quality and environmental control. It is forbidden to use toxic substances when processing wood. It is recommended to use the board for floor cladding in residential premises and offices.

• Different price category. On average, for an expensive line, you can pay 4,500 thousand rubles per square meter, an economy class brand will cost around 2,300 rubles. per sq.m .;
• Service life - 20 years;
• The tongue and groove lock simplifies assembly;
• The varnish composition perfectly protects the surface from abrasion;
• A large assortment of wood species - ash, oak, beech, birch and an exotic version - merbau.

• Oil-coated rulers require constant processing during operation;
• Cheap board options can have geometry problems. After the purchase, it is necessary to immediately assemble it in order to identify a possible marriage.

Tarkett - Sinteros

Joint production of Sweden, Russia and Serbia. This is probably the most famous manufacturer of floor coverings in our country. Represented by two lines.

The Tarkett board itself, which is produced in Sweden, Serbia and Poland, has strips of 14 mm thick, made of beech, oak, ash, merbau, mahogany. Has more than 10 collections in 200 different versions. The locks are additionally treated with wax to protect against moisture.

Sinteros is a more budgetary option, produced in Russia and Serbia. Board thickness - 13.2 mm. Presented in three collections.
The company produces a board for living quarters, offices, as well as a sports board.

• Large selection of types, types and colors of flooring;
• The presence of a patented lock that provides a snug fit on four sides;
• Use of all types of protective coatings;
• There are related products - substrates, baseboards, sealants;
• The service life is 25 years.

The main drawback, according to buyers, is the presence of batches with broken geometry, which is incompatible with the declared price of the product - from 2 thousand rubles. for a budget option, and from 3000 rubles. per sq.m. - premium class.

Magnum

A young Czech company representing economy class parquet. Uses 20 types of wood in the manufacture of products. The main difference between the products is the use of very thin lamellas in the second layer. Part of the timber for board production is imported from Russia, which favorably affects the price. The thickness of the board is 15 mm, which allows its use in a wide variety of rooms, with the exception of places with high humidity.

• Great design;
• The patented Chers lock ensures easy assembly;
• Various materials are used for surface treatment - varnish, oil and wax. According to buyers, the varnish is absolutely transparent;
• The service life of the coating is 25 years;
• Excellent price - an average of 1300 rubles per sq.m.

• Changes in temperature and humidity lead to cracking of the top layer.

Barlinek

Polish company that produces several lines of parquet boards - from economical options to vintage models and avant-garde. It is used not only in residential premises, but also for decorating conference rooms, gyms and other places of large gatherings of people. The top layer is worked through with protective materials six times, which forms a layer thickness of 4 mm. This makes the restoration process possible.

• The floor is strong and durable, withstanding heavy loads;
• Can be used in places of significant temperature and humidity fluctuations;
• Large selection of related products;
• The service life is 30 years.

• Price. The cost of the board in a simple version, on average, is 2300 rubles.

HARO

German company founded by the Hamberger family in the middle of the 19th century. It is one of the European leaders in the production of flooring. It is known that the timber for the wooden floor is grown by the company itself. The resulting material is processed without the use of toxic substances. The company has many certificates confirming the environmental friendliness of its products.

A useful layer of a parquet board is a veneer made of oak, cherry and precious wood - wenge, larch and merbau, with a thickness of about 3.5 mm.

• In some collections, the products are supplied with a proprietary underlay that provides sound insulation, which makes it suitable for use in apartment buildings;
• The mount can be supplied with an additional adhesive layer, which makes it possible to mount in any area;
• All sides of the board, including the ends, are treated with a moisture resistant compound, which provides protection against moisture;
• The board is covered with varnish or oil-wax composition;
• The service life declared by the company is 30 years.

• If the floor is assembled in violation of the process, then it starts to creak;
• The average price is 3500 rubles per sq.m.

Scheucher

Austrian company with a century of history. Presents elite options for parquet boards of excellent quality. Uses technologies to create unique colors and textures, which is why it is widely used in interior design.

• Increased strength and durability;
• Allows you to create an exclusive interior;
• The best sports floors are obtained from the boards of this manufacturer;
• Coating thickness - 14 mm;
• The service life is 30 years.

• Outrageous price. On average, you can pay for beauty and reliability from 4 to 10 thousand rubles per square.

BOEN

BOEN's products have proven themselves on the positive side in the Russian market, thanks to the careful selection of the material used for the manufacture of parquet boards and careful adherence to the technological process.

The bottom layer of the board is made from coniferous trees that grow only in the northern regions, which ensures the stability of the structure against bending.

The middle layer consists of selected lamellas, the fibers of which are directed strictly perpendicular to the upper and lower layers.Northern conifers form sedentary or immobile annual rings, so the expansion of the lamellas is insignificant and occurs strictly in one direction - along the board, which excludes deformation of the upper, decorative layer.

The top layer of parquet flooring creates a mood in the interior and takes all the physical activity. Ash, oak and merbau veneers are used for the top layer. Often times, the soft parts of the wood are brushed to create the effect of aged wood. For protection, varnish or oil is used.

Another feature of the parquet boards of this manufacturer is strict adherence to geometric parameters. The difference between the boards in height is no more than 0.1 mm. The lock is made after applying varnish to the surface, which eliminates the creak of the finished floor in structures with a varnish layer.

• The board is presented in thickness - 14, 15 and 21 mm, which allows you to choose a covering for any room;
• The board is covered with varnish with ultraviolet reflection, which prevents the floor from fading;
• The lock is located on four sides, and ensures the tightness of the coating.

• The service life does not reach the European version - 25 years;
• The average price is within 4500 rubles.

Weitzer parkett

Austrian product. 12 types of trees are used in the manufacture. A steaming system is used to improve the appearance of the products. Locks on four sides. The board is covered with 7 layers of varnish, which increases the protective layer and allows the restoration of the floor in case of glued assembly. The main direction of production development is to improve operational characteristics.

• The assortment is represented by 3500 items;
• High noise insulation properties;
• Top layer - 3.6 mm .;
• Service life - 30 years.

• High price - on average 4500 rubles;
• A small selection of related products.

Kehrs

Country of origin - Sweden. The idea of ​​creating a multi-layer board as a more budgetary option for wood flooring belongs to this particular company. It has many varieties that confirm the environmental safety of the products. Suitable for use in various premises. The patented lock is the most dense and comfortable on the world market.

• Large assortment of boards;
• For the treatment of the top layer, water-based substances are used, which prevents slipping;
• The floor is easy to assemble;
• The service life is 30 years.

• The disadvantages include the price, which starts at 2800 rubles.

Technical characteristics of the presented manufacturers

Tips and tricks for choosing

There are many factors to consider when choosing a parquet board. Which material is better to buy depends on:

• In which room the floor will be laid, its permeability, and functionality. The floor in the kitchen and hallway is more exposed than in the bedroom;
• Suspected exposure to moisture and excess heat;
• Room style;
• How much is the material itself and the work on its installation, the possibility of self-assembly.

The main selection criteria can be different for everyone. The market saturation with various parquet boards is so great that it will satisfy any need.