Venetian Checkerboard Pattern Soft Black & Broken White Antique Italian Cement Tile - CM13

Venetian Checkerboard Pattern Soft Black & Broken White Antique Italian Cement Tile

Provenance: Italy

Dimensions: 10" x 10" x 7/8" thick

In-Stock: 248 SF - FOB West Hatfield, MA   

Color: Soft, Broken White + Soft Blacks  

The classic black & white checkerboard floor, seen throughout centuries and cultures from around the world, is making it's showing here at Historic Decorative Materials.  We bring to you a reclaimed Italian cement tile that has a beautiful color palette of soft, broken white + soft blacks.   The patina surface + geometric pattern is historic, neutral and versatile. These antique reclaimed cement tiles will lend structure to an airily expansive foyer or kitchen as well as create artistic appeal to a small space like a powder or mudroom.  Reclaimed cement tiles are beloved for it's saturated, opaque colors and  patina. The authentic patina is raised only with time and footprints, thus introducing incredible history into one's home.  

Throughout historic interior design in France, England, Amsterdam and the Colonies in the New World - the black and white checkered floor was handsomely paired with Delft Tiles.  Combining today our Antiqued 17th Century Delft Tile with our reclaimed black and white Italian cement tile creates an interior authentically accurate - exuding elegance and timelessness. 

Recommended Sealer after Installation:  Akemi Stone Impregnation for French Reclaimed Terra Cotta Tile Flooring 

Cleaning and Maintenance:  Vacuum, then clean with Black Soap (Savon Noir) to disinfect, maintain, protect and enhance patina.