• Crema Marfil - Rojo Alicante Polished Chequerboard tiles: front view showing alternating cream and red polished marble tiles
  • Crema Marfil - Rojo Alicante Polished Chequerboard tiles: angled view showing the stone face and thin raw sawn edges
  • Crema Marfil - Rojo Alicante Polished Chequerboard tiles: installed on a bathroom floor
  • Crema Marfil - Rojo Alicante Polished Chequerboard tiles: installed on a kitchen floor
  • Crema Marfil - Rojo Alicante Polished Chequerboard tiles: installed on an entrance hallway floor
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Crema Marfil - Rojo Alicante Polished Chequerboard Wall & Floor Tiles

Crema Marfil - Rojo Alicante Polished Chequerboard Wall & Floor Tiles

from £86.67 /m2
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£8.06 / Tile
from £86.67 /m2
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£8.06 / Tile
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Crema Marfil & Rojo Alicante Polished Chequerboard Wall & Floor Tiles combine warm cream Crema Marfil marble with rich red-brown Rojo Alicante marble in a classic checkerboard pattern. The polished finish enhances the colour contrast and natural veining, creating a decorative natural-stone surface with strong visual character.

Choose this cream-and-red marble pairing when the floor or wall should supply the main pattern in the room. Alternating Crema Marfil and Rojo Alicante squares create a traditional chequerboard, with natural veining adding individual detail within each colour.

Natural Colour, Polished Finish & Chequerboard Character

The two marbles have their own shade and vein variations, so the pattern combines regular geometry with an irregular natural surface. Review both colour groups together before fixing and spread stronger markings through the planned alternating layout.

The polished face reflects light and emphasises the visual depth of the natural stone. Its appearance will depend on both the marble markings and the room lighting.

Why Choose Crema Marfil & Rojo Alicante Polished Chequerboard Tiles?

  • Distinctive design: Cream and red-brown marble create a warmer chequerboard contrast than a black-and-white combination, with a polished finish across the pattern.
  • Natural variation: Individual veins and tonal differences give the finished installation its own pattern rather than an identical repeat.
  • Surface character: A polished face introduces reflected light and a glossy presentation of the stone's markings.
  • Layout choice: Alternating colours give the installation a clear visual rhythm within a simple square layout.

Where to Use Crema Marfil & Rojo Alicante Polished Chequerboard Tiles

  • Bathroom walls and vanity areas: Use Crema Marfil & Rojo Alicante Polished 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 polished 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 current format is 305 x 305 x 10 mm. Allow for cuts, pattern alignment, wastage and spare pieces when calculating quantities, particularly around room edges and doorways.

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 Crema Marfil & Rojo Alicante Polished 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 Crema Marfil & Rojo Alicante Polished 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

Combine this polished chequerboard with cream walls, timber cabinetry and restrained metal accents. Keep neighbouring surfaces relatively plain. Set out the pattern from the room's main sightline and compare straight and diagonal arrangements before deciding where the border cuts will fall.

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 Crema Marfil 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 uses natural Crema Marfil and Rojo Alicante marble, creating cream/beige and red-brown contrast. Each stone varies in shade, veining and markings.

What does the polished finish look like?

Polishing creates a reflective surface that brings out the colour and natural veining. For wet floors, a honed or tumbled finish adds natural grip.

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.