Black and white floor tiles have been a favourite for centuries, and it’s easy to see why.
Whether you’re choosing black and white bathroom tiles, updating your kitchen floor or adding character to a hallway, there are plenty of ways to make this timeless combination your own. From durable porcelain and elegant natural marble to decorative mosaics, there’s something to suit every space.
Here are five ways to introduce black & white floor tiles into your home.
Inspired by traditional Victorian flooring, our Portman Black & White Matt Porcelain combines decorative pattern with striking contrast. Complete with coordinating borders and corners, it’s ideal for creating a beautifully detailed floor.
Particularly well suited to hallways and entranceways, these black and white porcelain tiles work just as well in contemporary interiors as they do in period properties. Pair with simple painted walls and traditional fittings for a heritage-inspired finish, or introduce a splash of colour for something a little more playful.
For a traditional look with a decorative twist, octagon tiles are a great choice. Our Calacatta Amber Honed Marble Octagon Mosaic with Fitz Black combines warm, softly veined marble with contrasting dark inserts, creating an elegant geometric design.
Mounted on a mesh backing for easier installation, these marble mosaics are ideal for bringing a little detail to bathrooms, hallways and entranceways. For something with a more aged appearance, our Calacatta Tumbled Octagon offers a larger format, with softly tumbled edges and plenty of natural variation.
Both offer a beautiful alternative to traditional square tiles, bringing a little extra detail to monochrome flooring.
There are few flooring designs more recognisable than a classic chequerboard. Used in interiors for centuries, this familiar pattern looks just as good in contemporary spaces as it does in period properties.
Our Di Scacchi Tumbled Marble is a beautiful example. Combining Bluestone and Calacatta in contrasting blue grey and off white tones, these natural stone tiles have a wonderfully aged appearance. Their gently tumbled edges and natural variation make them particularly suited to country kitchens, hallways and bathrooms.
Alternatively, why not create your own chequerboard floor by combining two contrasting tiles? Pairing Fitz Black Honed Marble with White Emperador Marble is a great way to put your own spin on the design. Mixing different marbles allows you to experiment with colour, veining and finish, creating a floor that’s unique to your space.
If you love the simplicity of black and white flooring but fancy something a little different, terrazzo tiles are a great alternative. With their distinctive flecked appearance, they introduce pattern and texture without overpowering a space.
Our Terrazzo Nouveau Mono Matt Terrazzo Effect Porcelain combines a monochrome palette with the practicality of porcelain. For those who prefer the real thing, our Terrazzo White Honed and Terrazzo Black Honed offer another way to embrace monochrome flooring. Use either colour on its own for a more consistent finish, or combine the two to create a chequerboard design with a difference.
Terrazzo also pairs beautifully with other textures and materials. A subtle, light coloured floor alongside darker wall tiles, such as our Bowie Grey Gloss Ceramic, creates an interesting contrast, particularly when combined with statement natural stone.
Whether you choose traditional terrazzo or terrazzo effect porcelain, both offer a slightly different approach to black and white flooring.
Black and white tiles don’t have to be traditional. For something a little bolder, geometric designs are a great way to experiment with pattern.
Our Monochrome Porcelain collection brings a playful touch to kitchens, bathrooms and hallways. With its contrasting tones and decorative designs, it’s an easy way to make a feature of your floor without introducing lots of additional colour.
Alternatively, our Fitz Black and Fitz White Honed Marble Triangle tiles allow you to create your own geometric layouts. Combine the two colours for anything from simple diagonal patterns to more intricate designs. The natural marble veining adds another layer of detail, balancing the strong geometric shapes.
Black and white tiles aren’t just for floors. Carrying the monochrome look onto your walls is a great way to tie a space together, whether you’re creating a feature wall or adding a little detail to a bathroom or kitchen.
For something a little different, try mixing contrasting colours from our Zellige collection. Their subtle variations in colour and finish bring texture and character to a simple monochrome scheme.
Alternatively, use contrasting tiles to create a decorative border or frame, as with our Kin Slate and Kin Ivory Gloss Porcelain tiles. The deep charcoal tones stand out against the softer ivory, creating a striking yet simple design that’s particularly effective in bathrooms and shower spaces.
From traditional Victorian designs and classic marble to contemporary patterned porcelain, black and white flooring offers plenty of possibilities.
Explore our full range of black and white tiles to find a style that works for your space.
