• Carrara White - Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard tiles: front view showing natural stone surface
  • Carrara White - Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard tiles: angled view showing the stone face and raw sawn edges
  • Carrara White - Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard tiles: installed on a bathroom floor
  • Carrara White - Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard tiles: installed on a kitchen floor
  • Carrara White - Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard tiles: installed on an entrance hallway floor
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Carrara White - Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard Wall & Floor Tiles

Carrara White - Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard Wall & Floor Tiles

from £62.04 /m2
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£5.77 / Tile
from £62.04 /m2
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Carrara White - Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard Wall & Floor Tiles combine pale Carrara with contrasting grey stone in a classic two-tone layout. The smooth matt finish keeps reflections understated, giving hallways, bathrooms, kitchens and suitable interior floors a patterned surface that works with both period and contemporary interiors.

This Carrara White and Atlantic Grey pairing gives the chequerboard pattern a softer contrast than black-and-white stone. Pale Carrara alternates with grey marble, while the honed finish keeps the patterned surface matt in both period and contemporary interior schemes.

Natural Colour, Honed Finish & Chequerboard Character

Carrara's grey veins and Atlantic Grey's natural movement remain visible within the alternating squares. Blend each colour separately before setting out the two-tone layout, keeping its regular rhythm while distributing natural markings across the room.

A honed surface keeps reflections understated, giving the marble a smooth matt presentation that should be assessed in the intended lighting.

Why Choose Carrara White & Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard Tiles?

  • Distinctive design: White and grey marble create a clear chequerboard with a gentler tonal contrast and a shared honed surface appearance.
  • Natural variation: Individual veins and tonal differences give the finished installation its own pattern rather than an identical repeat.
  • Surface character: A honed face gives a smooth matt or low-sheen appearance for a quieter interior scheme.
  • Layout choice: Alternating colours give the installation a clear visual rhythm within a simple square layout.

Where to Use Carrara White & Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard Tiles

  • Bathroom walls and vanity areas: Use Carrara White & Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard Tiles behind a basin or as a larger stone wall, letting the geometric layout provide the focal detail.
  • Kitchen and interior feature areas: Introduce the stone above a worktop or on an interior feature wall. Plan cuts around sockets and fittings, and wipe cooking splashes promptly using a suitable stone-care routine.
  • Appropriately specified interior floors: Use the alternating square layout to define a hallway, bathroom or other suitable interior floor after the installer has assessed the substrate, fixing and required slip resistance.

Wet walls require suitable waterproofing behind the tiles. Bathroom and shower floors need a separate suitability and slip-resistance assessment; the honed finish alone is not a slip rating. Confirm the specification before choosing the stone for a wet floor.

Tile Size, Pattern Layout & Project Planning

The main tile format is 305 x 305 x 10 mm. Confirm the selected format and quantities of each colour before ordering. Allow for pattern alignment, doorway and border cuts, wastage and spare tiles.

Confirm the required quantities of each colour and the sales unit of the selected option. Compare a straight and a diagonal layout, allowing for different edge cuts. Set out the pattern from the main sightline so the alternating colours and doorway transitions remain deliberate.

Installation & Sealing

Install Carrara White & Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard Tiles over a correctly prepared substrate. A light-coloured natural-stone adhesive is recommended for the pale marble. Natural marble is porous and generally benefits from a compatible impregnating sealer, including pre-grout protection where recommended. Follow the installer's and manufacturers' guidance on preparation, fixing, sealing and curing before putting the area into use.

Caring for Carrara White & Atlantic Grey Honed Chequerboard

Clean with a pH-neutral product formulated for natural stone and a soft cloth or mop. Wipe spills promptly and avoid vinegar, acidic cleaners, harsh descalers and abrasive products, which can etch or scratch marble. Follow the sealer manufacturer's maintenance and resealing guidance. Sealing helps reduce absorption but does not prevent acid etching.

Design Ideas & Samples

Pair this honed chequerboard with white walls, oak furniture and either chrome or restrained brass. Keep other large patterns limited so the floor or feature wall remains legible. Set out doorway transitions and border cuts before deciding on straight or diagonal orientation.

Compare samples of both marbles together with the proposed grout before finalising quantities. Check the selected sample or purchase option carefully; each stone varies naturally, so a sample cannot show every delivered marking. Explore our Carrara marble tiles for related options, or browse chequerboard tiles for more design ideas.

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FAQ

Which natural stones are used in this chequerboard?

This combination pairs natural Carrara White and Atlantic Grey marble for an alternating white-and-grey pattern. Shade and veining vary between pieces.

What does the honed finish look like?

Honing creates a smooth matt or low-sheen surface rather than a glossy polished reflection. It gives the natural colour and veining a softer appearance.

What size are the tiles and how should I plan the pattern?

The main tile format is 305 x 305 x 10 mm. Plan the alternating colours with your installer, confirm the supplied quantities of each colour, and allow for pattern alignment, cuts and spares.

Can I use these tiles in a bathroom or kitchen?

They can be used for suitable interior walls, kitchen splashbacks and appropriately specified floors. Wet areas require proper waterproofing, and your installer should assess slip resistance for bathroom or shower floors.

Does this marble need sealing?

Natural marble is porous and generally benefits from a compatible impregnating stone sealer. Follow your installer's and the sealer manufacturer's guidance, including pre-grout protection where recommended. Sealing helps reduce absorption but does not prevent acid etching.

How should I clean these marble tiles?

Use a pH-neutral natural-stone cleaner and a soft cloth or mop. Wipe spills promptly and avoid vinegar, acidic descalers and abrasive products. Maintain the sealer as recommended.

Can I order a sample, and will it match every tile?

Sample options are listed separately from the main purchase options; check the selected sample size and price before ordering. A sample helps assess colour and finish in your lighting, but natural variation means it will not match every delivered tile exactly.

Shipping

• In-Stock items are typically delivered within 3–5 business days.

• Pre-Order items usually have a lead time of 4–8 weeks, depending on availability and production schedules.

Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on order size, weight, and delivery location.

All orders are professionally packed and palletised where required to ensure safe and secure delivery.

Deliveries are made to curbside or ground floor access unless otherwise agreed in advance.

For full details, please refer to our Shipping Policy.

Return Policy

We offer a 30-day return policy (UK only).
Contact info@decoribbo.co.uk to arrange returns or report damage.
International customers (EU): 14-day cooling-off period applies.
For full details, please see our Refund Policy

What does surface treatments mean?

TUMBLED SURFACE: The surface of the tumbled product is distressed by being tumbled. The distressed surface has a non-shiny, matte appearance, a velvety touch, and rounded edges. Distressed surfaces are quite successful in adding a sophisticated atmosphere to the space.

HONED SURFACE: Honed surface is a commonly preferred surface treatment in marble mosaics. In this process, the natural texture of marble is preserved while the surface is mattified and a textured appearance is achieved. Honed surface provides elegance and sophistication in marble mosaics, while also attracting attention with its texture and offering practical use with its non-slip feature.

BRUSHED SURFACE: During the brushing process, scratch effects are added to the surface to create a natural texture. This results in a non-slip surface, making it suitable for floors. Additionally, it adds a sophisticated touch to any space.

POLISHED SURFACE: Polished surface is a surface treatment commonly applied in the manufacturing process of materials such as stone, marble, or ceramics. This process ensures that the material achieves a smooth, shiny, and polished appearance.

Notes:

*Natural stone inherently exhibits variations. Colour, texture, shading, pitting, fissures, and veining may differ from the provided samples. These variances are intrinsic qualities of natural stone and should not be considered as defects.