Herringbone flooring in Mitcham can turn a simple entrance hallway into a proper statement piece, especially when the finish keeps the natural raw look of real oak. In this case study, we show how Eloise upgraded her front hallway with our Herringbone Invisible engineered wood, getting the minimalist pale oak look she wanted with the protection of an invisible coating, all in 2 days.
The Problem
Eloise Green from Mitcham wanted to upgrade her front entrance hallway. As the main entryway to the house, it is the first part people see when they walk in. She wanted the elegance of a real wood herringbone floor but hated the yellow or orange tones that some woods develop over time. She wanted a raw, minimalist finish.
The Solution
For Eloise’s entrance hallway in Mitcham, the answer was a herringbone floor with the look of unfinished oak but the protection of a proper sealant. She chose the Herringbone Invisible flooring from our range. It features a specialised finish that protects the wood while maintaining an unfinished look, showcasing the raw, pale beauty of natural oak. The herringbone pattern added an immediate statement piece as soon as you open the front door.
The Installation
Hallways can be tricky due to multiple doorways and radiator pipes. At Eloise’s Mitcham home, the fitters took extra care undercutting the door frames so the herringbone blocks slid underneath perfectly. The intricate hallway installation took 2 full days.
The Result
The entrance hall at Eloise’s Mitcham home now looks bright, clean and highly sophisticated. The raw wood appearance is exactly the minimalist look she was looking for when she made her first enquiry.
Customer Testimonial
“I love the look of raw, untreated wood, but I knew it wouldn’t survive five minutes in a hallway. This invisible finish gives me exactly that look but I have more peace of mind knowing it’s protected. I know that a wood floor can scratch, dent and mark but that all adds character. I am over the moon with the results.”