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Reasons to choose walnut wood flooring for your home

by Lisa King in News

A signature choice in our engineered wood flooring collections for over 25 years, walnut flooring has never fallen out of favour, and for good reason.

Walnut flooring brings such an elegant foundation into a space with their deep alluring tones and timeless sophistication.

We’ve always loved walnut wood floors, and here are some of the reasons we think you should too.

Made from sustainably sourced American Black Walnut

The walnut used in the top layer of our engineered flooring is responsibly sourced from eastern America. Just like the oak used across many of our collections, our walnut is harvested using responsible forestry, sourced only from forests committed to long-term sustainable practices and reducing environmental impact.

A strong, striking, and durable floor finish

sun shining on walnut wood floor showing tonal variety

American Black Walnut is renowned for its rich, dark vibrancy and expressive grain. When showcased as flooring, these natural patterns create a sense of drama and depth that’s instantly captivating.

Beyond its beauty, walnut is valued for its strength and stability, making it a long-lasting choice for busy homes, and with proper care, walnut flooring remains stunning for years.

Tonal variety that enhances over time

close up of a walnut wood floor

One of the most charming characteristics of walnut wood flooring is the way it naturally deepens in tone as it matures. Over the years, your floor will develop richer colour and greater tonal variety, becoming even more beautiful with age. It’s a floor that truly grows with your home.

Choose from plank or parquet designs

basement room with media tv unit and walnut wood flooring

Walnut is naturally expressive, so we keep our designs simple to let its rich tones shine without distraction. There’s no need for coloured oils or heavy surface treatments—walnut speaks for itself.

You can choose from two elegant formats:

Deco Walnut Planks

Plank dimensions: 190mm x 1900mm

14mm total thickness with a 3mm walnut top layer

Tongue-and-groove construction for a seamless, stable fit

Deco Walnut Herringbone

Herringbone block size: 90mm x 400mm

Same 14mm thickness with a 3mm walnut top layer

Perfect for creating a heritage-inspired statement pattern

A luxurious, silky-smooth surface

smooth shiny surface on walnut flooring

Whether you choose plank or herringbone styles, the walnut surface of our floors has been finely sanded to achieve a soft, silky surface, before being sealed with layers of clear oil. This finish enhances the natural beauty of the timber while delivering a hardwearing protective barrier. The result is a luxurious sheen with an opulent feel.

A Versatile Base for Minimalist or Colourful Interiors

Thanks to its rich tonal depth, walnut flooring works beautifully across a wide range of interior styles:

In minimalist spaces, it introduces warmth and character, allowing the darker tones and natural wood grain to become a focal point in the room.

In colourful or eclectic interiors, its variation and texture add balance, whilst bringing another layer of interest into the scheme.

Be inspired and take a look at our walnut wood floors featuring in real home design

Kerv Design, North London Basement

Interior Design firm Kerv Interiors were tasked with creating the ultimate relaxing atmosphere in the living and reading space of a London basement apartment where the homeowners wanted to spend time nestling into a good book, whilst enjoying a high-end aesthetic.

cosy living room corner with green sofa and walnut floors

“We wanted to create a really cosy and relaxing atmosphere within the living room and reading space and we knew a walnut finish would be the perfect fit. We opted for the Deco Herringbone style to help create a lovely flow within the large space. It is a key design piece in the scheme, and we think it creates the perfect backdrop for the rest of the design”.

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Laurance Llewelyn Bowen, Cotswolds

TV presenter and interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen has always been known for his flamboyant designs that craft the perfect balance of personality and elegance, and his own family home design is no exception, a 17th-century estate nestled in the Cotswolds.

opulent dressing room leading to a bedroom with walnut wood floors

“I wanted to give our new living area and bedroom suite a stronger sense of rural luxury. I opted for Black Walnut as a herringbone to give that reference point to French chateaus. V4’s Black Walnut parquet has a fabulous chocolatey richness which is the perfect springboard for the colour pallets I then chose for these spaces."

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Discover the V4 Walnut Wood Floor Designs

When it comes to our walnut wood floor designs all you have to do is decide which format is right for your project. Or, choose both and combine both classic plank and modern herringbone formats throughout your spaces for wonderfully seamless walnut floor design.

Find out more and order a free sample of Deco American Black Walnut Planks
Find out more and order a free sample of Deco American Black Walnut Herringbone
Use our free room visualiser to visualise a walnut wood floor in your home
Find a V4 approved retailer near you and view the Deco Walnut floors in large display format

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