Herringbone hardwood floors have become a distinguished choice for NYC developers and homebuyers looking to elevate apartment and townhouse interiors with a touch of sophistication. With its interlocking zigzag design, this classic flooring pattern dates back over 2,000 years to the Roman Empire, where it was first used for road paving due to its durability and stability. Today, herringbone floors are seen as a symbol of luxury and timeless style, bringing an element of visual interest to any space with their distinctive geometric pattern. Whether used in pre-war co-ops or contemporary new developments, these floors are a favorite among interior designers.
While herringbone floors certainly offer a beautiful aesthetic, they also come with a few practical considerations. The installation process is intricate and requires precision, making it more labor-intensive and costly compared to other flooring options. Additionally, maintaining the beauty of these floors, like other hardwood flooring, involves regular cleaning and occasional refinishing, especially since wood can be susceptible to water damage if not properly cared for. Despite these challenges, herringbone floors' longevity and elegance make them a worthwhile investment for many homeowners.
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One of the main advantages of herringbone hardwood flooring is its durability. The interlocking design makes it resistant to heavy foot traffic, making it an ideal choice for higher-traffic areas of the home. The flexibility of the design also allows for a wide range of aesthetic options, from different wood species to various stains and finishes, giving owners the freedom to match the floors to their specific tastes. Additionally, herringbone floors are often associated with increasing property value, as they add an element of refinement that can set a home apart on the market.
As we previously mentioned, herringbone floors can be more expensive than standard wood floors due to the complexity of the pattern and the skilled installation required. Furthermore, while they are easy to maintain with regular sweeping or vacuuming, they do require prompt attention to spills and moisture to avoid long-term damage. Nevertheless, herringbone floors are a beloved choice for those seeking a luxurious, durable, and timeless flooring option. Find below a selection of homes on the market fitted with such wood floors.
The Normandy, #17E (Compass)
Sutton Gardens, #8U (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)
880 West 181st Street, #4D
$649,000
Washington Heights | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath | 1,200 ft2
880 West 181st Street, #4D (Corcoran Group)
Castle Village, #98 (Compass)
River Edge House, #9F (Compass)
5 Riverside Drive, #3B (Compass)
200 Riverside Boulevard, #15F
$895,000
Riverside Dr./West End Ave. | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 760 ft2
200 Riverside Boulevard, #15F (Compass)
The Octavia, #11A (Corcoran Group)
55 Park Avenue, #8EAST (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)
The Westmore, #8B (Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty)
The Austin, #312 (Modern Spaces)
The Verdi, #2F (Compass)
455 East 57th Street, #4C (Coldwell Banker Warburg)
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160 Columbia Heights, #4C (Corcoran Group)
Howard House, #6B (Compass)
33 Fifth Avenue, #2B (Corcoran Group)
Fabric Astoria, #504 (Serhant)
The Traymore, #3E (Corcoran Group)
40 Fifth Avenue, #4D (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
The Park Laurel, #17C (Sothebys International Realty)
Trump World Tower, #65A
$3,400,000
Turtle Bay/United Nations | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 2,010 ft2
Trump World Tower, #65A (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
1 East End Avenue, #45B (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)
Walker Tower, #9C (Compass)
109 Greene Street, #LFT3C (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
885 West End Avenue, #12AC
$6,200,000
Riverside Dr./West End Ave. | Cooperative | 5 Bedrooms, 5 Baths
885 West End Avenue, #12AC (Sothebys International Realty)
60 Beach Street, #B3 (Compass)
The Briarcliffe, #6B
$6,969,000 (-7.1%)
Midtown West | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 2,800 ft2
The Briarcliffe, #6B (R New York)
551W21, #9B (Corcoran Group)
1228 Madison Avenue, #10 (Compass)
Five Sixty, #PH1 (Serhant)
The 74, # (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
18 Gramercy Park South, #PH17
$32,000,000
Gramercy Park | Condominium | 5 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths | 6,329 ft2
18 Gramercy Park South, #PH17 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
Soho Greene, #PH (Compass)
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