Rating of the best parquet board manufacturers in 2022

In the modern market of finishing materials, there are many different proposals, including for flooring in rooms. Which type of floor to choose depends on the circumstances and personal preferences. This article will discuss the parquet board, its properties and advantages, the top ten manufacturers on the Russian market in 2022.

Unlike solid board and hardwood flooring, hardwood flooring is relatively inexpensive, making it a popular building material. Like any other building material, it has its advantages and disadvantages.

The main characteristics of the parquet board

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

Advantages

• Consists of natural wood, with the exception of some brands, where the middle layer is replaced by NDF;
• Sold in finished form. Does not require scraping and varnish or oil treatment;
• It is not afraid of changes in temperature and humidity, it is used as a covering for a "warm floor";
• The main type of installation is a floating method;
• Easy to assemble thanks to the locking system;
• Allows you to realize 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.

Flaws

• Little wear resistance;
• Almost beyond restoration.

How to choose a high-quality finishing building material? What should you pay attention to first of all? Which company's product is better to choose? These are the three questions any consumer asks himself, knowing that mistakes in choosing can be costly. Even popular parquet board models can vary greatly in quality.
To avoid trouble and make the right choice, it is necessary 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, interconnected with glue.
The bottom layer consists of softwood veneer.The best producers use a tree growing in the northern regions. Such a tree has frequent, dense annual rings, little subject to deformation, which provides the board with a reliable foundation.

The middle layer consists of small boards - lamellas, located perpendicular to the lower and upper layers. High-quality lamellas provide structural strength, preventing material distortion. For manufacturing, coniferous wood is used, less often - birch. Recently, some manufacturers have begun to use NDF board as a middle layer, which increases 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 prolongs the service life.

Kinds

What is a parquet board? Most often, the parquet board is presented in three types:

• Single-strip, made from solid veneer and imitating a floorboard. Sometimes, for a better fit and in order to achieve a greater resemblance to the floorboard, a chamfer is applied along the edges of the product. This type is the most expensive. To select a high-quality solid piece of veneer, it is necessary to sort out a large amount of material.
• A two-strip board consists of a pair of strips of veneer, which makes the pattern on the floor more vibrant.
• A three-strip board consists of three overlapping strips of veneer, which gives the flooring a parquet-like appearance. This is the cheapest material because short veneer cuts are used in production.
  In addition to the types considered, there are two more - a four-lane and a multi-lane board.They are inexpensive, in our market are rare.

Types

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

• Select is the highest grade parquet board. For manufacturing, wood of ideal quality of radial cut will be used. The pattern of the tree is even. According to buyers, this is an excellent floor material for interiors in a classic style.
• Natur - medium grade. Wood with minor defects is used - a few knots, color differences are possible. The tree structure is more pronounced. The drawing is 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, wood with various flaws is used within the permissible norm. However, it is this variety that expresses the character of the wooden surface and is widely used for decorating interiors in a rustic style.

Dimensions

Ease of assembly and resistance to stress depend on the dimensions. The thicker the board, the more wear resistance it differs. The thickest material can even be put on wooden logs in an old house. It will not 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. To repair an apartment, you can use a board with a thickness of 14 mm or more, and in the office you should put a board no thinner than 20 mm, due to the greater traffic of the room.

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

Laying

There are two ways to install a parquet board - floating and using glue.
In the first case, a substrate for sound insulation must be placed under the board. In the second - you can glue the boards immediately on the subfloor. The surface must be level.

You can also lay a parquet board on a “warm” floor, but you need 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 the floor, assembled by the floating method, will not 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, the layer of damaged wood is removed and varnished again.

To facilitate the assembly process, the parquet board is made with locking joints on the long sides. To date, this is the most reliable way to connect parts, and the easiest.

Below is a rating of the ten most popular parquet board manufacturers in our country. Based on customer reviews and statistics from hardware stores. A review of foreign enterprises and masters of domestic production is made.

The best parquet board manufacturers for 2022

Amber Wood

Russian manufacturer, closing the rating of quality models. The company was founded in 2005 in Dalnerechensk.In production, local wood species are used - oak and ash, which makes the finished product adapted to local climatic conditions and ensures the popularity of models on the Russian market. Budget collections cope with the basic function of the floor, providing a beautiful and durable coating for home, apartment and office.

• Many color solutions;
• There are suggestions using brushing techniques that create a unique pattern;
• The thickness of the boards is 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;
• No choice of wood varieties;
• There are problems with the geometry in individual batches of goods.

Upofloor – Karelia

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

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

• Various price range. On average, you can pay 4,500 thousand rubles per square meter for an expensive line, an economy class brand will cost around 2,300 rubles. per sq.m.;
• Service life - 20 years;
• Tongue-and-groove lock simplifies assembly;
• Lacquer composition perfectly protects the surface from abrasion;
• A wide range of tree species - ash, oak, beech, birch and an exotic option - merbau.

• Rulers presented with an oil coating require constant processing during operation;
• Cheap board options can have geometry issues. After purchase, it is necessary to immediately assemble 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 14 mm thick planks made of beech, oak, ash, merbau, mahogany. Has more than 10 collections in 200 different versions. Locks are additionally treated with wax to protect against moisture.

Sinteros is a more budget option, produced in Russia and Serbia. Board thickness - 13.2 mm. Presented in three collections.
The company manufactures boards for residential premises, offices, as well as sports boards.

• 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, skirting boards, sealants;
• Service life - 25 years.

The main drawback, according to buyers, is the presence of batches with broken geometry, which is incompatible with the declared price for the goods - 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. It 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 wood for boards is imported from Russia, which has a positive effect on the price. The thickness of the board is 15 mm, which allows it to be used in a wide variety of rooms, with the exception of places with high humidity.

• Excellent design;
• Chers patented lock for easy assembly;
• When processing the surface, various materials are used - 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

A Polish company that produces several lines of parquet boards - from an economical option to vintage models and avant-garde. It is used not only in residential premises, but also for decoration of conference rooms, gyms and other crowded places. 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 with significant fluctuations in temperature and humidity;
• Large selection of related products;
• Service life - 30 years.

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

HARO

A 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 floor coverings. It is known that the wood for the manufacture of wooden floors is grown by the enterprise 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 an veneer made of oak, cherry and precious woods - wenge, larch and merbau, about 3.5 mm thick.

• In selected collections, 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 it on any area;
• All sides of the board, including the ends, are treated with a moisture-resistant composition, which provides protection from moisture;
• The board is covered with varnish or oil-wax composition;
• The service life declared by the enterprise is 30 years.

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

Scheucher

An Austrian company with a century of history. Represents elite variants of parquet boards of excellent quality. It uses technologies to create unique colors and textures, due to which it is widely used in interior design.

• Increased strength and durability;
• Allows you to create an exclusive interior;
• From the board of this manufacturer, the best sports floors are obtained;
• Coating thickness - 14 mm;
• Service life - 30 years.

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

BOEN

BOEN products have a positive reputation in the Russian market, thanks to the careful selection of the material used for the manufacture of parquet boards and careful observance of 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 distortion.

The middle layer consists of selected lamellas, the fibers of which are directed strictly perpendicular to the upper and lower layers. Northern coniferous trees form inactive or immobile growth rings, so the expansion of the lamellae is insignificant and occurs strictly in one direction - along the board, which eliminates the deformation of the upper, decorative layer.

The top layer of parquet creates a mood in the interior and takes on all the physical stress. For the manufacture of the top layer, ash, oak and merbau veneer is used. Often 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 board of this manufacturer is the strict observance of geometric parameters. The difference between the boards in height is not more than 0.1 mm. The lock is made after applying varnish to the surface, which eliminates the creaking of the finished floor for structures with a varnish layer.

• The board is presented in thickness - 14, 15 and 21 mm., which allows you to choose a coating for any room;
• The board is varnished with an 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 species of trees are used in the manufacture. To improve the appearance of products, a steaming system is used. Locks on four sides. The board is covered with 7 layers of varnish, which increases the protective layer and allows for the restoration of the floor in case of adhesive assembly. The main direction of development of production is the improvement of operational characteristics.

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

• High price - an average of 4500 rubles;
• Small selection of related products.

Kehrs

The country of origin is Sweden. The idea of ​​creating a multi-layered board, as a more budgetary option for wood flooring, belongs to this company. It has many varieties that confirm the environmental safety of products. Suitable for use in various premises. The patented lock is the tightest and most 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;
• Service life - 30 years.

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

Technical characteristics of the presented manufacturers

Name	View	Type (selection)	Coating	Parameters in mm.	Thickness of the top layer in mm.	Life time
Kehrs	One, two, three stripe, deck and Danish patterns	City, Town, Country, Classic	Natural oil and water-based varnish	Width 200 Length 2423 Thickness 7-15	3,6	30 years
Weitzer Parkett	One-, two-, three-way	Select, Nature, Rustic, Country	Lacquer, oil, wax	Width 193 Length 2445 Thickness 14	3,6	30 years
BOEN	One-, two-, three-way	Vario, Natur, Country, Select	Lacquer, oil, wax	Width 138/209 Length 2200 Thickness 14	3,6	25 years
Scheucher	One-, two-, three-way	Select, Nature, Rustic, Country	Lacquer, oil	Width 120 Length 1200 Thickness 11-14	3,6	30 years
HARO	One-, two-, three-way	Select, Nature, Rustic	Varnish, oil, oil-wax	Width 173/180 Length 2200 Thickness 15	2,5-3,5	30 years
Barlinek	Premium, Special, one-, two-, three-way	Vario, Natur, Country, Select	Oil, varnish	Width 207 Length 2200 Thickness 14	4	25 years
Magnum	One-, two-, three-way	King, Queen, Bishop, Rook, Pawn	varnish	Width 205 Length 2200 Thickness 15	1,5	25 years
Tarkett – Sinteros	One-, three-lane	Select, Nature, Rustic	Water based varnish	Width 164 Length 2215 Thickness 14	3,6	25 years
Upofloor – Karelia	One-, three-lane	Vario, Natur, Country, Select	Lacquer, oil	Width 200 Length 2423 Thickness 7-14	3,5	20 years
Amber Wood	Single lane	Standard, Select, Natur, Rustic, Country, Extra	varnish	Width 200 Length 2200 Thickness 10-18	2,1-4	20 years

Tips and tricks for choosing

When choosing a parquet board, there are many factors to consider. Which material is better to buy depends on:

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

The main selection criteria may be different for everyone.The saturation of the market with a variety of parquet boards is so great that it will satisfy any need.