A checkerboard alternates two tile colors in a square grid. It is a bold, classic floor and an effective accent in a shower.
The feel: Playful, vintage and graphic, depending on the colors.
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Where Checkerboard works best
- Bathroom floors in black and white or in two tones of one color
- Small powder rooms
- Shower floors in small mosaic squares
- Accent insets on a wall
What we like and what to know
What we like
- Two tile colors make a strong pattern with a simple layout
- Works in large squares and in small mosaics
- Suits vintage, mid-century and modern rooms
What to know
- Both colors must have the same finish and thickness, or the surface will not be flat
- Needs careful grout color choice because every line shows
Tile sizes that suit this design
12x12 · 4x4 · 3x3 · 2x2 Mosaic · 24x24
How we install it
We dry-lay the checkerboard from the center of the room so the border cuts match on both sides, and keep the joint width the same in both directions.
Plan it before you decide
The Shower Builder lets you try layouts, accent bands, stripes, frames, niches and slabs in any combination and shows a 3D model as you go. Pine handles all pricing personally at the consultation — he’ll take great care of you.
Questions about this design
Can a checkerboard layout go on a diagonal?
Yes. Set on the diagonal, it reads as a diamond pattern. It adds cutting and waste, which we plan for.
Which colors work best?
High contrast, such as black and white, is the classic. Two close tones of one color make a softer, more modern version.
Related designs
Stacked (Straight Lay) · Diagonal (45-Degree) · Horizontal Accent Band
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