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flooring
Also known as: parquet flooring
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Parquetry refers to decorative work, typically made of wood, that is laid or inlaid in geometric patterns, most commonly for floors. The term "parquet" can also describe such a patterned wood surface, including flooring or paneling, and specifically refers to work made of parquetry. This type of flooring has been in use since at least 1816.12

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