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A classic layout that’s making a resurgence in interior design, this mixable, matchable tile pattern is a game-changer. Read on for nine inspiring checkerboard pairings. We think you’ll agree that they are a check-mate! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Brilliant Black and White<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The quintessential checkerboard pairing, black and white is a high-contrast design that will create an air of classic drama. This bathroom vanity, designed by Timber Trails<\/a>, features Hampton Carrara<\/a> and Black Marquina<\/a> marble for an elevated and elegant space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Featuring: Hampton Carrara<\/a> and Black Marquina<\/a>. Design by Timber Trails Development Company<\/a>. Photography by John and Maura Stoffer<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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2. Handcrafted Harmony<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Authentic Zellige tile<\/a> is used in this charming checkerboard fireplace, designed by @DaryaKaras<\/a>. The squares of the Alabaster Gloss<\/a> and White Gloss tiles<\/a> feature slight variations in color, size and finish, creating a truly unique design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"This
Featuring: Zellige Alabaster Gloss<\/a> and Zellige White Gloss<\/a>. Design and photography by @DaryaKaras<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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3. Beautiful Blue and White<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This room, designed by I SPY DIY<\/a>, has us singing the praises of blue. The shower wall features the Marrakesh Blue<\/a> and Off White tiles<\/a> for a gorgeous and unexpected checkerboard moment. We love how the texture variations in the handmade-look tile create soft movement along this space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Bathroom
Featuring: Cross Snow White<\/a>, Marrakesh Blue<\/a>, Cross Black<\/a>, Black Marquina Somerset<\/a> and Marrakesh Off White<\/a>. Design by I SPY DIY<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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4. Sophisticated Stone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alternating white marble<\/a> and beige travertine tiles<\/a> give this stylish checkerboard an air of sophistication. The border of Bucak Light Walnut mosaic tile<\/a> works to create definition and a refined edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"This
Featuring: Bucak Light Walnut<\/a>, Bucak Light Walnut Mosaic<\/a> and Arctic White<\/a>. Design by Timber Trails Development Company<\/a>. Photography by John and Maura Stoffer<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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5. Charming Cross and Star<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Evoking traditional Moroccan design, star- and cross-shaped tiles creates extra interest when colors are mixed. Here the Kasbah Cross Terracotta<\/a> is paired with the Kasbah Star Bone tile<\/a> for a striking orange and white design. Get a similar look in black and white with the handmade Zellige Charcoal Chabone Cross<\/a> and Zellige White Chabone Star tiles<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Terracotta
Featuring: Kasbah Cross Terracotta<\/a> and Kasbah Star Bone<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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6. Stunning Silver and Black<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our Silver Mist<\/a> and Noir limestone tiles<\/a> make a powerful pair in this beautiful mudroom floor. The key to this design is the alignment of the veining on the stone tile, the Silver Mist tiles are intentionally installed so that the veining is all flowing the same direction at the diagonal. Discover more about Timber Trail’s home design on this home tour.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Featuring: Noir<\/a> and Silver Mist<\/a>. Design by Timber Trails Development Company<\/a>. Photography by John and Maura Stoffer<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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7. Antique Appeal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Patterns in different colors offer another great checkerboard design. This gorgeous floor uses Inlay Proper by Kelli Fontana in Florence Lace<\/a> and Eden Ode<\/a>. The beige and white tones of these tiles shifts as the sun passes through the room for a stunningly romantic space. Shop our exclusive Kelli Fontana collection for more bold and whimsical styles.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Featuring: Inlay Proper by Kelli Fontana in Florence Lace<\/a> and Inlay Proper by Kelli Fontana in Eden Ode<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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8. Plaid Power<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Switch up your checkerboard by including a third color. This monochromatic laundry room, designed by The Divine Living Space<\/a>, features black, grey and white encaustic tiles for a gingham-inspired twist on classic black and white.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Featuring: Encaustic Black<\/a>, Encaustic Light Grey<\/a> and Encaustic White<\/a>. Design and photography by The Divine Living Space<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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9. Stunning Beige<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Legno limestone<\/a> and Volakas honed marble<\/a> are paired in this elegant entryway designed by Timber Trails<\/a>. We love how creams, beiges and whites all mix together for a serene neutral space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Featuring: Legno<\/a> and Volakas<\/a>. Design by Timber Trails Development Company<\/a>. Photography by John and Maura Stoffer<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Shop our wide assortment of square tile<\/a> to create your own checkerboard pattern. Ready to tackle your reno? It\u2019s easier than ever to make your design dreams a reality with our\u00a0free design services<\/a>. Or, explore even more tile layouts in real spaces on our\u00a0Customer Room Gallery<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Instagram<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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