Every Fin Wood floor is crafted with precision and care, but this project stands out for its remarkable elegance and character. The design features engineered herringbone parquet in premier grade antique oak, framed with a tramline border in the same oak, stained two tones darker for subtle contrast, and finished with clear oil for a refined sheen. The project extended across two staircases—from the ground floor up to the loft—and included all upstairs rooms: two spacious bedrooms, an office, landing, and loft area. In the loft, the existing chipboard subfloor was replaced with durable hardwood plywood to ensure lasting strength and stability.

The customers were drawn to our Studio Collection range but wanted to further refine the tones to perfectly suit their personal tastes. To achieve this, they chose our custom colour service, allowing for a truly tailored finish. As part of the project, all skirting boards throughout the space were also replaced to complete the cohesive look. The herringbone parquet is part of our Studio Collection, crafted in antique oak with a subtle two-tone Osmo colour finish. This engineered wood flooring, in premier grade, features 15mm thick blocks measuring 70 x 280mm, offering both durability and suitable proportions for a refined look. The design is framed with a tramline border made from the same antique oak, stained two tones darker and finished with clear oil for a beautifully defined contrast.

On the half landing of the first staircase, we designed and installed a distinctive medallion feature. To complement rather than compete with the herringbone parquet pattern, we proposed this clean geometric design that offered both visual balance and practical function. The result is an elegant focal point that enhances the flow between the staircase and surrounding spaces.

The project also included extensive oak stair cladding, along with structural reinforcement of the existing staircase. The clients chose a traditional design featuring rounded bullnose treads with a scotia profile beneath, faithfully reflecting the original 1930s character of the property. Both risers and treads were clad in the same oak finish as the flooring for a cohesive look. At the base of the staircase, we crafted an elegant curved border around the bottom step—formed from the same engineered oak, seamlessly shaped to perfection.