Back in the 1837–1901 era, Victorian tiles were iconic. They were often used to create a variety of geometric patterns on the floors. Victorian style tiles usually featured rich black, green, and red tones. They were used in public buildings, entryways, and ballrooms.
The Victorian patterned floor tiles, including classic checkerboard flooring, are back in fashion. The homeowners are loving them for adding that classic touch to their heritage British interiors. You can find them in restored UK homes and even in modern homes seeking to add character.
In this blog, we will explore different aspects of heritage checkerboard flooring. We will also take you through a range of timeless floor tile designs available at Royale Stones. Hang in tight, because you are going for a ride in the Victorian era.
How Have Victorian Tiles Changed Over The Years?
Back in time, the Victorian tiles were created using different colours of clays, inlaying them together to create patterns. The designs often indicated intricate patterns and colours like black, white, deep red, blue, and green.
However, with time, the production became more advanced and accessible to people. Now, at Royale Stones, you will find a range of traditional checkerboard slabs with a modern touch. We use high-grade porcelain to create a more durable option, available for everyone.
Modern Victorian Floor Tiles preserve the classic look while:
- Offering better durability and strength
- Better technical consistency
- Better suited for modern homes
- Neutral colour palettes, preferred by modern homeowners
Our porcelain checkboard tiles are the perfect combination of classic Victorian charm with the more functional features of porcelain. You get to enjoy the age-old aesthetics without compromising on functionality.
The Victorian style floor tiles came with striking colour tones that may feel a little over the top now. High contrast colour sometimes can’t match the contemporary interiors.
To curb this problem, we have the traditional checkerboard tiles in porcelain. It leans into softer colour tones like warm beige, classic limestone colours, greys and off-whites.
These colours offer the classic rustic charm without being too loud. It complements the modern British homes while offering a lived-in feel.
For instance, we have the Lusso Cosmo Crema Italian Tiles. These light cream and beige colour tiles, paired with Lusso Verde Marble Effect Tiles, offer an authentic rather than imposed look. It complements the modern British homes while offering a rustic Victorian vibe.
A Fun Twist to Victorian Hallway Tiles
Adding a fun twist to Victorian tiles is not about changing their essence. It is about refining it in a way that blends in with modern interiors as well. White traditional Victorian era tiles used more solid patterns and striking colours; we can use muted colours with a matt finish.
With thoughtful styling and the right colour choices, the Victorian style tiles can be the best choice for period homes. We at Royale Stones have a few great options for contemporary spaces that you can check out.
One of our favourites, the Barroco Porcelain Tiles, is designed to strike a balance between statement styling and classic touch. It is a good choice for period property hallway flooring, looking to entertain a classic feel but with a fun twist.
This Barroco decor tile is built for modern homes. It comes with frost and slip resistance, low water absorption, and underfloor heating compatibility. You get the perfect package of strength, technical consistency, and fun layouts with this gorgeous tile.
Keeping Up The Lived-In Feel With Matte Checkerboard Tiles
The one factor that differs between contemporary flooring and heritage floor tiles UK is the finish. A glossy finish floor indicated a modern, sophisticated look. While a matt finish is popular for traditional British interiors.
Matt and honed floor tiles offer a space with a lived-in feel, keeping up the Victorian vibe. They reduce the glare and highlight the natural variations of the tiles.
When the floors age, matt finish porcelain tiles work perfectly. Royale Stones has a lot of Victorian checkerboard tiles in a matt finish. They are loved by designers and homeowners for adding a retro charm to modern properties.
One of our finest, the Lusso Noir Italian Marble Effect Tiles, pairs exceptionally well with the Lusso Gold Italian Marble Effect Tiles. These Italian tiles offer the Victorian style classic black and white checkerboard look. These tiles are very durable and have an R10 anti-slip rating.
These tiles can be used in retro-style hallways, garden extensions, kitchens, and many more. It offers infinite possibilities to design and bring your aspirations to reality.
Want To Add Victorian-Era Charm To Your Home?
If you are already impressed with the Victorian flooring, here is something for you. At Royale Stones, you can find a wide range of checerboard floor tiles in different styles, sizes, and colours.
All our 8.5mm and 12mm checkerboard tiles are suitable for indoors as well as outdoors. These tiles are also frost-resistant with an R10 anti-slip rating, thus an exceptional choice for flooring. You can use them anywhere with confidence.
From classic, stone-effect options to modern, low-maintenance porcelain tiles, we have everything. Visit our official website, Royale Stones UK or visit our nearest tile showroom.
Give your contemporary home a breathtaking Victorian era transformation with Royale Stones.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are checkerboard tiles the right choice for Victorian-themed homes?
Back in time, checkerboard tiles were used in Victorian-era hallways and ballrooms. The most common ones were the white and black checkerboard tiles. Thus, these are absolutely an accurate choice for Victorian homes in modern times.
How to maintain checkerboard flooring?
It is very easy to maintain checkerboard flooring. Most of the Victorian tiles at Royale Stones are crafted using high-quality porcelain. Apart from being highly durable, these tiles also require very little maintenance. With regular cleaning, they will last a long time.
Which are the best tiles for Victorian hallway floors?
For modern Victorian-era inspired hallways, checkerboard tiles in light cream and browns are a winning combination. The classic black and white in matt finish always remains a classic choice.
Royale Stones’ Lusso Rosso Marble Effect Porcelain Tile and the Lusso Carrara Marble Effect Porcelain Tile are perfect for hallways.
For a more traditional feel, the Marquina tiles in white and black can be perfect. We have many more options as well for you to explore.
Where can I find modern checkerboard tiles for period properties in the UK?
Royale Stones has a wide range of high-quality checkerboard porcelain tiles in the UK. We cater to a variety of styles, colours, and size preferences. You can find what you are looking for at our online and offline stores. We have 5 tile showrooms spread across 5 locations in the UK.