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Andrea Russo, with over 8 years of experience, has been a vital part of the renovation and design industry, specializing in residential and commercial spaces. He began his career focusing on sustainable building materials, leading to broad expertise in selecting and utilizing eco-friendly construction and interior design resources. He has been a part of our editorial team since 2021, offering insights into the latest trends in home remodeling. He enjoys mountain biking and experimenting with ceramic art when not engrossed in design projects.

21 Dramatic Black and White Floor Tile Ideas for a Stylish Home
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21 Creative Black and White Flooring Ideas to Style Your Home 

by Andrea Russo August 16, 2023
written by Andrea Russo

When it comes to some universal classic combinations, nothing can beat black and white. It blends into any kind of theme or style, and that is why black and white floor tiling is always a great choice. There is no way you can go wrong with a black-and-white floor. Whether you are aiming to create a vintage look or a modern minimalistic look for your space, it gracefully incorporates seamlessly with your decor to uplift it and take it to a new level.

The best thing about this combination is it does not restrict to a specific space or type, big or small, open or closed; a black and white tiled floor can bring charm to any place. It can be used in kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, foyers, or anywhere you wish. There are various ways you can incorporate this fascinating flooring into your spaces.

If you are looking for some out-of-the-box ideas for a black and white floor, here are 21 dramatic black and white floor tile ideas you can use as inspiration for your next project.

1. Star-Patterned Black and White Floor Tiling

 Star-Patterned Black and White Floor Tiling

If you want to create a complete black-and-white theme bathroom, which is very much in trend, start with the flooring. A start patterned flooring, white walls, black accessories, and a white wash basin can all together create a look for you. Among numerous options available, this pattern looks very classic and not something overwhelming in your small or big bathroom. A black-and-white bathroom can never go out of fashion, and the pattern tiles give a unique feel and structure to your space, so do restrict yourself from trying your hands on it.

2. Simple Geometric Pattern

 Simple Geometric Pattern

Geometric tiles can turn any mundane or outdated space into a stunning masterpiece. They come in a wide range of patterns, finishes, and hues, which adds a different dimension to your space in a classy and understated way. The black-and-white geometric patterns can be used in any part of your home, and it works very well when used in a neutral color scheme. These hexagonal black and white tiles look subtle and blend into any kind of color palette and decor theme of your home.

3. Penny Tile Flooring

Penny Tile Flooring

Penny tiles were a part of many kitchens and bathrooms in the 1990s, and now they are making a big comeback in the contemporary tile world. They are mostly made of porcelain, glazed or unglazed. They are nonslippery, and that is why they are widely used on bathroom floors. They come in the cutest black and white patterns, which creates a very elegant and charming atmosphere. This small flower pattern matches the modern aesthetics of minimalism and contemporary. This creative black-and-white pattern of penny tiles creates a contrast in your space.

4. Checkerboard Floor

Checkerboard Floor

This is the most popular pattern for black and white floors. It has been widely used for many years in kitchens, bathrooms, and entrance halls. It is created by altering black and white tiles, which are often made up of materials like ceramic, cement, or mosaic. This distinctive black and white checkerboard patterned floor continues to be used in modern-style homes as well. The hike of interest in vintage and retro aesthetics is also one of the reasons why this pattern is still loved after so many years.

5. Black and White Mosaic

Black and White Mosaic

Mosaic tiles are the group of tiles that, when placed together in a certain way, create a beautiful pattern and look like one big tile. Here, this one pattern is formed by four tiles, and no one can tell where and how it starts or ends; it looks like one big single sheet. This beautiful pattern uplifts the charm of any place in folds and can be used anywhere. This laundry room is very basic yet looks very stylish and crisp because of this black and white flooring.

6. The Vintage Style

 The Vintage Style

The old is new again, and if you want to create that trending vintage look for your home or farmhouse, you cannot ignore the floor tiles. Black and white areas are the first thing that comes to mind when talking about vintage or retro-style spaces. The best thing about choosing a vintage style is that they come in eye-catching patterns which blend with a retro style home or even with contemporary ones. These monochromatic tiles do not clutter your space and come in two types, stenciled or mosaic tile.

7. Pattern Play on The Floor

Pattern Play on The Floor

Look for different ways to play with patterns and geometry to create completely different designs on your floor with tiles. Black and white tiles come in some amazing patterns for a modern-styled home. Here, the half circles are laid in an offset pattern that becomes an unforgettable focal point. It forms so many patterns in one; you will keep discovering more as you keep looking at it. Patterns on the floor look interesting and are sure to draw attention, don’t be surprised if you find yourself staring at the floor.

8. The Farmhouse Effect

The Farmhouse Effect

Centuries ago, farmhouses used to be typical family homes, and the tile pattern that was used back then is now back in trend. There were a lot of subway tiles, bricks, simple tiles, or stenciled tiles. Keeping the budget and distinct designs in mind, they used pattern stencils on plain tiles, but now the tiles are readily available in different patterns. This subtle black and white floor paired with vintage style decor and modern fixtures looks very creative and feels like a contemporary take on typical farmhouse black and white floor tiling.

9. The Marble Effect

The Marble Effect

Marble tiles in black and white look glamorous. These large-scale stone tiles look classy and extravagant. Marble has been used for centuries in homes, in rooms, living rooms, or in the kitchen. These white marble with black veins on bathroom floors and walls fit perfectly and create a seamless look of the space. These tiles are usually large and make the space feel open and inviting. Black marble with white veins also looks pretty classy and gives a luxurious look when used in living rooms or bathrooms. Marble is also widely used to make kitchen countertops.

10. Oversized Tile Pattern

 Oversized Tile Pattern

When choosing a black and white pattern for your space, consider oversized ones in big tiles. These are widely used in entryways and living rooms; they will make your room look elegant and also very spacious. Large tile means fewer grouts to distract, and big patterns mean expanded vision; these together can make your space look amazing, especially the ones that are not that spacious. Here a classic checkered tile is used in the entryway; the natural light with big patterns adds a sense of flair to this space.

11. A Modern Touch

A Modern Touch

Modern floorings ask for a contemporary style, patterns, and designs that are usually avoided to follow the theme. But the interesting and subtle combination of black and white geometric tiles can add a subtle dose of contrast to the floor. Here, this monochromatic kitchen flaunts a hexagonal tile which is arranged in a pattern to add weight to the white space, keeping the black portion minimal. The pattern in black and white looks minimal; it does not clutter the space and looks very subtle yet very interesting in this contemporary-style kitchen.

12. Keep It Subtle

 Keep It Subtle

The black and white tiling doesn’t always need to be bold; it can also be used in a subtle way as per your taste to enhance the look. Here, the minimal patterned tile with small black dots does the job just right for this small-spaced laundry room. A subtle style floor is perfect for small spaces because it does not overcrowd the space and adds a clean and open vibe to it. Subtle flooring is for people who do like to keep it fine and simple; it looks worthy without asking for too much attention.

13. Make It Look Like a Rug

 Make It Look Like a Rug

This is an under-appreciated flooring idea but a very effective one. Create a black and white patterned rug on the floor with the tiles rather than putting on an actual rug. This is a low-maintenance option as the rug needs to be cleaned regularly; it collects dirt and may slide around the space. Creating an illusion of an actual rug is a very clever and practical way to add style to your space. A durable and long-lasting illusion of a rug in your foyer, living room, or hallway is sure to get all the attention.

14. Consider An Abstract Pattern

Consider An Abstract Pattern

If you are looking for a black and white floor that evokes a sense of calm and harmony in your space, go with an abstract pattern. The abstract is a pattern that does not follow any order or style to it, there are no bold motifs or designs to it, but it still looks very appealing. It adds a visual softness of woven material to your space; it adds a lot of interest but does not attract much attention and just exists to uplift the whole look.

15. Triangular Pattern

Triangular Pattern

If you love the contrast of black and white tiles on the floor, but the checkerboard pattern feels very basic or outdated, you can follow a triangular pattern and give an interesting modern twist to the traditional way. The shape adds a sense of moment and dynamism in the open space. Here the luxurious entryway of the grand home is tiled in a black-and-white triangular pattern. The floor looks elegant and adds an impact of magnificence to the space.

16. Make a Grid

 Make a Grid

Grid patterns are interesting because they add a linear quality to floors which draws the eye. They work exceptionally well in narrow spaces because they help to create an illusion of more width in the space. Here the narrow kitchen space is tiled with a black-and-white grid which looks simple, sophisticated, and clean to help make the space look more open and airy. The painted wooden cabinets keep it subtle and complement the floor to keep it stylish yet elegant. The pattern, when reversed, grid in white on black tiles creates a completely different effect.

17. Encaustic Tiles

Encaustic Tiles

Encaustic tiles are the ones that were traditionally decorated with colored clays inlaid and fired, but now the modern version is made in cement. Victorian-style black and white encaustic tiles are a hot pick these days because there is nothing like the beauty and elegance it adds to your space. Lucky are those who are blessed with original craftsmanship, but you can easily recreate the same look with modern-style style tiles. Due to the trend of Victorian-style flooring, these patterns of black and white floor tiling are readily available.

18. Bold with The Floor

Bold with The Floor

Your hallway is the perfect place to be creative and make a bold statement for your home because you do not have to worry about matching it to the furnishing and decor, and you can let the floor take center stage by bringing all attention to it. A black and white floor tiling in a bold pattern is a perfect way to add a vibe to your space. To balance the patterns on the floor, it is recommended to keep one color wall so your hallway does not look crowded.

19. Make a Dramatic Statement

 Make a Dramatic Statement

The black and white combination is meant to make a statement with its beautiful patterns. The high visual contrast of black and white creates drama on your floor. Design a floor that people will talk about after leaving your space, may it be your bathroom, kitchen, or living room, and make a bold statement with it. Here, this sitting area is floored with a patterned tile that can be too much for some, but here it works perfectly well and works perfectly with the elegant black fixtures and theme.

20. Graphic Patterned Floor

 Graphic Patterned Floor

A graphic pattern under your foot is the best way to spice up your space, and no other combination than black and white can emboss the graphic better. It can be a zig-zag pattern, a spiral maze, or something like a rectangular pattern in this image to make a lasting statement in your space. This graphic pattern works best in an open space, like in a grand foyer or a living room, because a pattern can be made only by arranging many large tiles in a specific style.

21. Add Whimsy

 Add Whimsy

There is nothing more classic than a floor designed with penny tiles, but you can further add an interesting factor to it by creating a personalized motif or spelling out a message on your otherwise mundane floor. You can create anything according to the theme of the space; it can be a flower, heart, or a star in a combination of black and white. Here, a giant heart in black made with penny tiles on white background looks very cute and is sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face.

Conclusion

All in all, the reason black and white flooring looks so attractive is because of the high contrast it creates to add visual interest to any space. No matter what your sense of taste and style is, there is a perfect black and white floor tiling for your home. From bold, classic, and or vintage to subtle, there is something for each one.

We hope that these 21 dramatic black-and-white flooring ideas help you to style your home. But there are no rules to be followed; you can even mix these different styles to create something unique for your taste. Do not shy away from trying something new on your floors because renovating your flooring is the best way to update the overall look of your home.

Design your floor with this classic combination, and let the magic of black and white show take over your floor!

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18 Alluring Bathrooms with Black Tile Floor Designs for 2023 
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18 Alluring Bathrooms with Black Tile Floor Designs for 2023 

by Andrea Russo August 16, 2023
written by Andrea Russo

Black color is the favorite color for most people. The trend of having black bathrooms has been for a long time. Ever since people started to discover how wonderful black can look in different spaces of their homes, it has been a constant since then.

In many of the modern designs, black has been playing a significant role. Why? Because nowadays, most of us look for minimal, bold, and subtle colors. A color that can look different yet settles into the space well. Nowadays, the different shades of white and black have become the preference for most.

If you are also a black-color lover and looking forward to having a ravishing bathroom with a black tile floor, then this blog is for you.

Here are the top 18 ideas for a bathroom with a black-tile floor with different ideas to design their interior.

1. Black Floor with Birch Forest Wallpaper

Black Floor with Birch Forest Wallpaper

Well, having a bathroom with a black-tile floor looks super clear, calm, and comfortable. If you are one of those who don’t like even a small dirt piece around you, then a black tiled floor bathroom is perfect for you. Nowadays, wallpapers on walls have become the easiest way to give the walls of your spaces a whole new look. The Birch Forest wallpaper is going to look amazing in the bathroom with a black tiled floor. It is quite easy to get any wallpaper stuck on the wall, but we suggest you either handle the work the professionals do or do it with utter care.

2. Traditional Black Bathroom

Traditional Black Bathroom

By traditional Black Bathroom, we mean that old aesthetic vibes with the modern finish mixed with it. Traditional bathrooms look really well when done with black color. The flooring with the black tile walls can be of any shade of white that goes well with it. In our opinion, the warmer shade of white will be a great choice. To give a more traditional feel, fix some old and beautiful-looking mirrors on the wall placed over the countertop cabinet. Add some patterned wallpaper on the wall to make it even more beautiful, justifying its traditional theme. Keep it simple yet bold and beautiful.

3. Black Double Vanity Cabinets

Black Double Vanity Cabinets

Cabinets are an important part of any space, be it a kitchen, a bedroom, a playroom, or a bathroom. You can store the essentials of that space in those cabinets without disturbing the aesthetics of that area. If you have a bathroom with a black tile floor, then you must try having a double vanity black-colored cabinet in it. Black-on-black supremacy has been huge for a long time. The pure black aesthetics look awesome and over the top of all. The double vanity is going to help you keep everything organized with extra spacing and also going to keep it beautifully aesthetic.

4. Black Bathroom with Greenery

Black Bathroom with Greenery

Greenery is something that is always going to be the top-notch choice for most people. Imagine an all-black bathroom with a black tile floor having greenery in it and natural light coming straight from nature. Just wow! Who wouldn’t want to have a blissful bathroom like this? Well, the good news is if this is the bathroom you want then you can definitely have it. All you have to do is get the floor tiling of your bathroom black with the walls and cabinets. Keep your favorite and best-suited saplings in the different areas of your bathroom. And here you have your ravishing black bathroom with the beauty of nature.

5. Black Bathroom in French Style

Black Bathroom in French Style

French style attracts most of us; the beauty of it is more than enough to attract us towards it. You can have a touch of white with black for the floor tiling of your bathroom. Along with that, you can go for the selection of the warmer shade of white for the walls of your bathroom with a black tile floor. The old money-style bathtub and cabinets in your bathroom with the black floor are surely going to set the whole French-style vibe. Apart from that, the beautiful French aesthetic flowers and fragrance is going to be a cherry on top. And that’s how you are going to get the beautiful French-style black bathroom for your home.

6. Glossy Black Bathroom

 Glossy Black Bathroom

Eye-catchy glossy black color is the best if you love glossy colors. Thinking of having a black bathroom but with a glossy finish? If yes, then you got a great choice. Have a beautiful bathroom with a black tile floor that, with a glossy finish, will be worth taking a bath in! Get your bathroom walls painted with either glossy black color itself or some other color that can complement the glossy finish of your bathroom. Let the magic of gloss add beauty to your bathroom with a black tile floor. Get the glossy finish on the countertops and cabinets of your bathroom, and take a bath in a lustrous bathroom.

7. Bathroom with Black Hex Tiles

Bathroom with Black Hex Tiles

The hexagonal section’s lack of a bathroom floor is surely going to be your next favorite. This floor design looks amazing when done on the floor. Imagine your bathroom having a black hex floor design; isn’t it looking just awesome? To enhance the look of your bathroom, you can also have your bathroom walls either the same as the floor hex design or get it painted with the same shade of white color with which the hex design is highlighted on the floor.

8. Sumptuous Black Bathroom

Sumptuous Black Bathroom

Luxurious-looking spaces are loved by all and hated by none. Why? Because they have everything you need and want in a perfect bathroom. The big bathroom with beautiful cabinets, racks, a shower area, a sumptuous bathroom, and ravishing black floor tiling is all you need to have the perfect bathing session. To have such a bathroom, you must have quite a big enough space to divide different sections into the bathtub and the shower area. Get the floor tiled with all-black tiles, and the rest of them can be of some other color of your choice. Make sure the coordinating color should be a royal color.

9. Eclectic Black Bathroom

Eclectic Black Bathroom

A bathroom with a black tile floor is more than enough to be beautiful, but adding more to it makes it perfect. Having a free stand egg-shaped white bathtub kept on the black tiled floor is surely going to make you go and take a bath again and again. Get a beautiful moon-shaped light fixed on the ceiling over the bathtub to enhance the aesthetics.

10. Contemporary Black Tiled Bathroom

 Contemporary Black Tiled Bathroom

The chessboard style flooring is one the most famous yet ravishing ones. You can get such amazing flooring done on the floor of your bathroom as well. Along with this, you can choose some minimal yet beautiful patterns for the wall of the bathroom with a black tile floor or chessboard-style floor. The patterns must complement the floor and make it look coordinated finely.

11. Dramatic Black Tiled Bathroom

Dramatic Black Tiled Bathroom

Being dramatic is surely a bit important, but if you are naturally dramatic in selecting patterns and designs, then this bathroom style is made for you! The bathroom with a black tile floor can’t be enough for you if you love to be dramatic with designs. To make sure having it of your choice, you must choose some quirky yet elegant patterned wallpaper for the walls of your bathroom. With that, you can even work on the bathtub design; maybe a zebra print would work perfectly for you.

12. Matte Finish Back Bathroom

Matte Finish Back Bathroom

Choosing to have a black bathroom with a matte finish is something that is surely going to be a bold choice. The gorgeous bathroom with a black tile floor and a sumptuous look is surely going to get it all set for you. You can get the walls painted with a matte finish. Even the countertops and the cabinet itself can be of the matte finish, and it is surely going to be a super-hit idea for your bathroom.

13. White Walled and Black Tiled Bathroom

White Walled and Black Tiled Bathroom

Black and white has been an iconic combination. Combining these two iconic colors together in your bathroom is surely going to make your bathroom worth taking a shower in! A bathroom with a black tile floor and white painted walls will look awesome. The cabinets with the combination, like having the countertop over the cabinet of black color while the cabinets of white color are going to coordinate well together.

14. Black and Blue-Gray Bathroom

Black and Blue-Gray Bathroom

Why can not dark shades be coordinated with the other dark shade? Yes, you can! This idea is going to look bold and beautiful. The bathroom with a black tile floor and the bluish grey walls look wow. The countertops of black in color, while the cabinets of bluish-grey shade are going to coordinate well with the interiors of your black bathroom.

15. Black and Gold Bathroom

Black and Gold Bathroom

The old-money aesthetics with some modern touch is all you need to set the beautiful vibe. The black bathroom with black tile floor and golden touch in it is surely going to become a part of your visitor’s conversation. You will love to take a bath in your bathroom, even on a lazy day, just to experience the beauty of your bathroom. For better aesthetics, you can get the borders of your wash-basin colored with golden color. Opt for golden-bordered art pieces. Add a Golden-bordered mirror that is surely going to look awesome in your bathroom with a black tile floor.

16. Modern Décor Black Bathroom

 Modern Décor Black Bathroom

Modern décor can be minimal or even a splash of colors depending on person to person. You can go for a minimal modern décor by choosing one color coordinating with a black tiled floor. Choose only two colors, one black and the other one can be any other color that goes well with black. For the other look, you can go for the multicolor option for your bathroom with a black tile floor. Get the multicolor-shaded paint for your wash basin, countertops, and cabinets, and you can even get it done on the walls.

17. Black Tiled and Black Marble Wallpapered Bathroom

Black Tiled and Black Marble Wallpapered Bathroom

Bathroom with a black tile floor and walls with black marble wallpapers, purely black bliss! The effect of black-on-black is just another level. Keeping it minimal, plain, yet beautifully ravishing. It is up to you to choose the type of wallpaper for your bathroom walls; it can be either plain black marble-designed wallpaper or even can be a patterned one. It entirely depends on your personal choice.

18. Bathroom with a Black Framed Art

Bathroom with a Black Framed Art

Art is something that catches your eye and connects your soul to another level. If you are an art lover, then you must add some of your favorite art pieces to your bathroom. We suggest you have just one of your favorite art pieces of yours in the bathroom to keep it minimal. The bathroom with a black tile floor and a beautiful art piece will look great. With that, you can even get the framing of the art piece painted with black color. It is going to add up to the beauty.

Winding Up

All in all, getting the perfect décor for your bathroom with a block tile floor might seem tricky and a task to be done carefully, but it is also a fun one! Once you get to see the final work. With your choices, it is all going to look wholesome, and you would want to transform the other parts of your house as well.

With these top 18 blockbuster bathroom ideas, we hope that you are surely going to get an idea for your black tile floor bathroom. The best is when you get one from it as the one you always wanted for your house.

We wish you all the best for the décor of your bathroom and hope you choose the best color coordination for it.

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18 Checkerboard Floor Patterns Worth Obsessing Over
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18 Iconic Checkerboard Floor Ideas to Impress Everybody

by Andrea Russo August 16, 2023
written by Andrea Russo

Don’t you think the checkerboard floor has a long record of being included in many building historical buildings? It is a very popular architectural choice even in modern times. A checkered floor has the capability of raising the look of a room from simple to stately. It also makes a room expansive by adding dimension to it. This type of floor also is not only versatile but also preserves elegant neutrality in the room.

Monochromatic checkerboard floors are the commonly sought-after design in the trend, as the color duo of black and white is always subtle in its visual appeal. But these days, checkered patterns can be availed in different colors as well.

Read more about them below.

Checkerboard Floor Patterns Worth Obsessing Over

Here are 18 ideas to install a checkerboard design on the floor of your house.

1. Black and White Marble Checkerboard Floor

Black and White Marble Checkerboard Floor

Marble is a beloved material for building floors. Besides, when it comes to checkerboard flooring, the most classic colors are always black and white. Marble has many merits, and the most convenient one is that in places with moderate to high temperatures, the floors retain some coolness and do not get easily hot unless exposed to the direct sun.

This beautiful kitchen features an excellent marble checkerboard floor that is made with black and white marble. However, the black does not retain a polished, sleek finish as it intentionally adds to the homely charm of the well-decorated kitchen. This design is a classic for kitchen flooring, and almost all houses built before the 1900s will have a kitchen with a monochromatic checkerboard floor.

2. Black and White Tile Bathroom Floor

Black and White Tile Bathroom Floor

While we are still discussing the classic black-and-white duo, let us have a look at another one. This one features an elegant checkerboard floor made of tiles. The white roll-top bathtub with silver claw feet stands regally on the floor. The pure white vanity and white ceiling complement the white on the floor, while the dark walls and blackwood mirror frame pair well with the black tiles. The bathroom also has silver metal accents on the feet of the tub and the washstand.

Due to the impeccably polished finish of the tiling, the whole decor looks very chic and upscale. However, this tiling is not suited to wetrooms as porcelain and ceramic tiles can get notoriously slippery. The tile glazing itself makes it smooth, and if water is added, then it becomes a slipping hazard. Therefore, this flooring is suited to bathrooms with a dry floor policy only.

3. Red and Black Rubber Tile Garage Floor

Red and Black Rubber Tile Garage Floor

A garage needs a durable floor for sure. Imagine the heavyweight vehicle or vehicles that exert their weight on the flooring daily. Some of the most common issues seen in a garage are spills, drips, damage, etc. That is why it is a financially intelligent option to cover your actual hard floor with rubber tiles. And if you are particularly fond of the checkerboard design, then consider this rubber tiling made of red and black.

It sure looks unorthodox in a home setting, but it also is a very interesting color combination. Moreover, the rubber creates necessary friction on the floor, so there is no chance of slipping and molding. It is also easy to remove and clean and protects the actual floor from skid marks.

4. Beige and White Checkerboard Floor

Beige and White Checkerboard Floor

In most cases, checkerboard floors are very formal in their appearance. The consistent pattern or squares all across the floor may look a tad too rigid when put in a home with a neutral color scheme in terms of interior decor. Traditional Checkerboard floors go well with bold colors, but as already mentioned, there are other options you can try as well.

Consider this peaceful and serene-looking checkerboard floor for your home. The color combination of white and beige is a perfect fit for the white walls and furniture. The beige on the floor adds a welcome change of color but then is too loud to overwhelm the white. This color duo is a fitting choice for a home that values simplicity and elegance in its decor.

5. Checkerboard Flooring with a Singular Border

Checkerboard Flooring with a Singular Border

An entry hallway is a fine place to get a checkerboard floor design. This is the first thing that guests see when they enter your home, and it is thus a reflection of your distinct tastes and preferences. Moreover, the flooring design in this spot creates an impression of symmetry and balance.

An even stronger statement is made when a thick border is added to the design. The border kind of allows the floor to cement its position in the house. Rather than looking like something that was randomly added, the border sets the floor apart and makes it stand out even more.

6. Mix and Match Two Patterns Together

Mix and Match Two Patterns Together

Placing two patterns side by side is an acknowledgeable risky choice. The space may end up looking too cluttered and ill-designed. But most things have an exception, and similarly, the rule of patterns too does. A traditional black and white marble checkerboard floor has been paired with a yellow and white vertical striped wall. The inclusion of white in both patterns ties the decor into a neat and aesthetic choice.

And the mellow warmth of the yellow softens the severe effect the black on the floor may have on the visual appeal of the room. This a perfect design idea for a landing space as the stairs in between the two patterns allows us to take in the merits of both the checkerboard and the stripes.

7. Affordable Vinyl Flooring

Affordable Vinyl Flooring

If you want to create a strong impression with trendy checkerboard flooring but do not want to splurge a lot of money on it, then consider getting vinyl instead of tiles or marble. Vinyl flooring is not only durable but also quite sturdy and can bear a lot of weight due to its flexibility. Thus the chances of damage are very low.

Overall it’s a cost-effective solution to an excellent floor design. This luxury vinyl flooring from Amtico successfully imitates a farmhouse kitchen floor where deep grey is flanked by a rich terracotta red. At a glance, the flooring looks like a paved rod and lends a very homely and rustic charm to the entryway of this house.

8. Traditional Checkerboard Floor for A Beautiful Sunroom

Traditional Checkerboard Floor for A Beautiful Sunroom

This Modern Tudor Home is an iconic example of how a classic checkerboard floor design can be incorporated into an upscale room with extravagant furniture. If anything, the floor adds a flair of solid character to this sunroom that overlooks a lush green patio. The simple but erudite furniture that includes a white center table, a couch, and a couple of armchairs blend in with the design, with the color white complimenting the floor.

In the room consisting mostly of black and white, there is a welcome change of color in the stone vases containing vibrant-looking plants. The bare brick fireplace also adds an interestingly unique element to the monotonous color palette of the room.

9. Checkboard Floor with Natural Wooden Accents

Checkboard Floor with Natural Wooden Accents

This a unique take on the traditional norm of a black and white floor seen in kitchens of most vintage homes. The floor here was initially a regular wooden floor. The designer ingeniously transformed it into a checkerboard floor by a simple process of creating squares with a lighter finish than the rest of the floor.

The image features an entryway with a wooden arched cabinet that also furthers the mood of committing to tones of earth brown. This is a great way to preserve a natural wood floor but still make it different and distinct from the traditional ones.

10. Polished Marble Checkerboard Floor

 Polished Marble Checkerboard Floor

The focal point of this space is the polished and smooth floor. The well-decorated corridor that leads into an outdoor patio sports a beautiful interior decor in Frech Country style. The overall effect is quite charming. However, the floor raises it to a casual elegance that does not look overbearing or out of place.

Natural accents of wood are preserved in the oriental regency chair, the console table, the mirror frame, the fireplace, the overhead light fixture, and the lampstands. The rest of the decor has been kept to a warm white which helps in bringing out the details of the rest of the items in the house. All of this perfectly compliments the floor, as can be seen.

11. Checkered Ground for Your Garden

Checkered Ground for Your Garden

Technically this is not a checkerboard “floor” design, but we figured homeowners might like this pattern on their outdoor spaces as well. Most people are into hardscaping their garden space to transform it into an outdoor living area. But if you want to preserve some natural elements of greenery, then this is a great way to do that, which will also make your garden look quite trendy.

On a cemented patio, artificial grass has been added in patches to resemble a checkerboard pattern. This design has been applied to an expansive and contemporary garden area. So if you are looking for inspiration on garden design ideas, then this checkered design is worth your attention.

12. Multiple Shades of Cork

Multiple Shades of Cork

Checkerboard floors, indeed, are a classic floor design, but they may end up making a room look too stiff and formal at times. So if you wish to add this design to your home but are also hoping to incorporate some elements of fun, then this is the perfect idea for you. Cork is a popular choice for flooring in many offices, commercial complexes, and even residences. Other than the fact that cork comes in multiple colors, it is also highly resilient, soundproof, and provides a soft surface to walk on.

Here, a dining space has been inlaid with multiple shades of cork tiling. There is one primary color of yellow while the other muted bold shades. The same shades have been mimicked in choices for shelving and furniture. The vibrance of the colors softens the industrial bare brick walls and brings an energetic character into the room.

13. Checkerboard Design on a Wooden Floor

Checkerboard Design on a Wooden Floor

Wooden flooring has many merits, and the most important ones are its strength, variety, and aesthetic appeal. It also keeps your home warm and absorbs noise to provide natural soundproofing. It is also highly durable, and without major damage, a wooden floor will last for many years. Thus if you have a wooden floor in your home and wish to add a checkerboard design to it, then consider this idea.

There is no need to install separate flooring on top of the wood to add the checkerboard, as the same finish can be achieved by varnishing. Polishing wood with clear varnish can darken it when it dries. Therefore if varnish is applied in square patches on a warm-toned wooden floor, it will resemble a checkerboard but with wood accents. If you wish to remove the varnish later on, that too can easily be done with turpentine.

14. Checkered Floor with a Twist

Checkered Floor with a Twist

This tiling inspired by Victorian homes was all the rage in 2021, and it is clear why. It is a fresh take on the timeless checkerboard floor design, although it does vary a lot from the traditional way of design. Intricate geometric patterns have been added to the squares to create a kaleidoscope-like effect all over the floor.

The addition of Hawthorne yellow to white adds a homely dynamic to the design. These floors are perfect for entryways where they make a statement in favor of the homeowner’s stylish tastes. Such floor designs are also commonly seen in bathrooms and wetrooms where the floor is the focal point of the whole decor.

15. Some More Yellow

Some More Yellow

Most people will not even consider yellow as a color for flooring options, but it does look quite nice, don’t you think? If your kitchen space is not that large and you are looking for ideas to make it seem expansive, then here is an idea for you. Pain your wooden floor with shades of yellow and white to mimic a checkerboard.

Here, it looks not only vibrant but also an essential part of the whole decor. Paired with the white and blue cabinets and general white color scheme, the floor is the focal point of the room that draws attention away from the lack of space in the room.

16. DIY Checkered Floor in Pastel Green

DIY Checkered Floor in Pastel Green

Wondering what to do with the bland porch floor? Well, consider painting it in a pastel green color scheme. Your front porch sets the tone and mood for the rest of your house and can instantly create an impression on a guest’s mind. A well-decorated porch serves as a looking glass into what one may expect from the rest of your house.

In this home, the door and the floor have included a pastel green shade. The checkerboard floor also includes a warm-toned white that serves as a contrast to the green. It is an unconventional color combination that is sure to set your home apart from the rest.

17. Some More Pastel Shades

Some More Pastel Shades

While we are still in the mood to discuss pastel shades, let us have a look at another checkerboard flooring that is both unique and dramatic. We do not usually walk into a modern home and expect to see a blue floor, but this home has nailed the art of having an unconventional floor. A simple pastel blue or white would certainly have lacked any character, but when paired together in this checkerboard design, they blend well. The orange on the couch and whites on the window also serves as an excellent compliment to the floor.

18. Vintage Decor with Checkered Flooring

 Vintage Decor with Checkered Flooring

If you have been wondering how it would look when a checkerboard floor transitions into a hardwood one, then here is a vision. It is a perfect interior decor as all the elements add to make the space look more visually appealing.

The two types of flooring help to compartmentalize the two separate spaces and their usage while serving as a contrast to each other. There is a good balance between some contemporary and vintage elements in the decor. Accents of gold and brass are also included to give the decor a more finished and well-rounded look.

Wrapping Up

Who does not love the idea of a classic checkerboard floor installation in their home? But not many follow through with it.

The problem is where to install this design, as there are plenty of spaces in a home where you can get creative. So, think well and decide on a spot that will make an impact on the overall decor.

This spot can be the entryway, the landing beneath the stairs, your bathroom, or even unlikely places such as the porch or the living room. As long as you plan the rest of the decor well, a checkered floor can be a great addition to any home.

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