Natural Marble Chess Board — 15-Inch | Handmade Stone Board Only
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Description
This handmade natural marble chess board is a 15-inch solid stone board sold without pieces — available in five natural stone color combinations. Whether you need a replacement board for existing pieces, want to pair our board with pieces bought separately, or simply want the board as a surface piece without a full set, this is the only RADICALn product that gives you the board alone.
15-inch board · Board only — no pieces · 5 color options · Attached felt base · Free US shipping · 30-day returns
What's Included — and What to Know About the 5 Color Options
Each board includes:
- 1 × 15-inch natural marble chess board — hand-cut from solid stone, squared by hand, with an attached felt base to protect your table surface from scratches
- RADICALn branded secure fragile packaging — purpose-built for marble transit
- No chess pieces — this listing is for the board only; pieces are not included
Choose from 5 natural stone color combinations:
- White & Black — white marble frame with black marble squares; white-dominant board; the most universally compatible color for existing piece sets
- Black & White — black marble frame with white marble squares; black-dominant board; bolder visual impact than the White & Black variant
- White & Green Onyx — white marble frame with green onyx squares; the most visually distinctive option; green onyx squares show multi-tonal forest green with amber and cream veining
- Black & Coral — black marble frame with fossil coral squares; warm earthy coral tones contrasted against deep black marble
- Coral & Red — warm coral marble frame with red marble squares; the boldest and most distinctive warm-toned option
Why Buy a Board Without Pieces — Three Buyer Cases
Replacement board. You already own marble chess pieces — from a previous RADICALn set or from another source — but the board is damaged, lost, or you want to upgrade the surface. At $79.35, this board is the most cost-effective way to get a genuine 15-inch handmade natural marble playing surface without paying for pieces you do not need.
Custom pairing. You are buying pieces separately — from our Chess & Checker Pieces collection or from another supplier — and want to choose the board color independently of the pieces. The board is compatible with all standard 15 to 18-inch chess pieces, giving you the freedom to pair any piece set with the marble color that suits your interior.
Decor-only display. Some buyers want the board as a permanent surface piece — on a coffee table or sideboard — without pieces on top. A 15-inch natural marble board displayed alone is a clean, geometric stone object that works as interior decor in its own right. The five color options allow you to match the board surface to your specific room palette.
Five Colors, Five Interior Stories
The color you choose should match both your interior palette and the pieces you plan to use with the board. Here is a brief guide to each:
White & Black is the most versatile option — it works in any interior and is compatible with almost any standard black and white chess piece set. For display without pieces, the clean white frame and alternating squares work well in bright, neutral, Scandinavian, and contemporary spaces.
Black & White is the bolder choice — the black frame makes the board read as more dramatic and anchored. Suited to darker interiors, contemporary rooms with dark surfaces, and buyers who want the board to command the surface it sits on.
White & Green Onyx is the most distinctive option. The multi-tonal green onyx squares — forest green with amber and cream — give the board an organic, gallery-quality appearance. Suited to botanical, natural, Japandi, and maximalist interiors. Pairs naturally with our Green Onyx chess pieces.
Black & Coral pairs deep black marble with warm fossil coral squares. The earthy warmth of fossil coral against black creates a visually grounded board that works in natural, coastal, and transitional interiors. Pairs naturally with our Black & Coral chess pieces.
Coral & Red is our warmest and most distinctive color option — warm coral marble frame with red marble squares. Suited to rich-toned interiors and buyers who want a board that makes a bold material statement. Pairs with our Coral & Red chess pieces.
Materials & Craftsmanship — Solid Stone, Hand-Inlaid Squares
Each board is made from genuine natural stone throughout — no composite materials, no painted surfaces, no resin. The board frame is cut from one stone variety and the 64 playing squares are hand-inlaid from the contrasting stone variety — a construction process that requires precise cutting and fitting of each individual square into the board surface. The result is a board where the color contrast comes from two distinct geological materials meeting at every square boundary, rather than from a printed or coated surface that can wear over time.
The specific stones vary by color option: white and black marble variants use metamorphic marble onyx; the green onyx variant uses genuine chalcedony-family green onyx for the squares; the coral variants use natural fossil coral sedimentary stone. All boards carry an attached felt base on the underside, preventing the heavy marble surface from scratching furniture. Each board is hand-cut to 15 × 15 inches and squared by hand — the playing squares measure approximately 1.5 × 1.5 inches each.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Board size | 15 × 15 inches (38 × 38 cm) |
| Square size | Approximately 1.5 × 1.5 inches each (64 squares total) |
| Board thickness | 0.04 inches |
| Pieces included | None — board only |
| Base protection | Attached felt bottom |
| Construction | Solid stone slab with hand-inlaid contrasting stone squares |
| Compatible pieces | Standard 15–18 inch chess pieces |
| Color option 1 | White & Black — white marble frame, black marble squares (SKU: SU-Y3FM-36U4) |
| Color option 2 | Black & White — black marble frame, white marble squares (SKU: 6B-HKNI-U2J5) |
| Color option 3 | White & Green Onyx — white marble frame, green onyx squares (SKU: 0B-4NWB-Q6A3) |
| Color option 4 | Black & Coral — black marble frame, fossil coral squares (SKU: W5-2YD9-J4B5) |
| Color option 5 | Coral & Red — coral marble frame, red marble squares (SKU: E0-JBPJ-JDKU) |
| Price | $79.35 — all color options |
| Use | Indoor use only — not suitable for outdoor use |
How to Care for Your Marble Chess Board
- Cleaning: Wipe the board surface with a slightly damp soft cloth and dry immediately. Do not leave moisture sitting on the marble surface — dry thoroughly after any cleaning contact, paying attention to the inlay joints between squares where moisture can sit.
- What to avoid: Never use acid-based cleaners — vinegar, lemon juice, bleach, or standard household cleaning products permanently etch polished marble. Never use abrasive cloths or scouring pads on the playing surface.
- The inlaid squares: The hand-inlaid stone squares are set into the board surface with natural stone adhesive. Avoid soaking the board in water or leaving standing liquid on the surface for extended periods — moisture penetration at the inlay joints can weaken the bond over time.
- Display and storage: The attached felt base protects your furniture surface. If storing the board, keep it flat and away from areas of high humidity. Avoid placing heavy objects on top of the board when stored.
Perfect For
- Replacement board buyers — for anyone who already owns a set of marble chess pieces and needs a new board; at $79.35 this is the most cost-effective genuine natural marble chess board available
- Custom set builders — for buyers pairing this board with pieces purchased from our Chess & Checker Pieces collection or from another supplier; compatible with all standard 15 to 18-inch chess pieces
- Home decor and display buyers — for buyers who want a natural marble surface piece without pieces on top; a 15-inch hand-inlaid marble board displayed alone on a coffee table or sideboard works as a clean geometric stone object
- Gifting a board upgrade — for recipients who already own chess pieces and need a quality board to play on; at $79.35 it is an accessible premium gift that fills a specific gap
- Interior designers and home stagers — the five color options allow precise color-matching to a specific interior palette; a natural stone chess board can anchor a styled surface more effectively than any decorative object at this price point
- Chess clubs and schools — for buyers who need a premium display board for a specific setting without the cost of a complete set
- Father's Day — for a chess-playing dad who already has pieces but plays on a plastic or wooden board; the natural stone upgrade at $79.35 is a specific, thoughtful gift
- Birthday and occasion gifting — any occasion where the recipient owns chess pieces and would benefit from a genuine marble board upgrade
Complete Your Set
- Need pieces to go with this board? Shop all Marble Chess & Checker Pieces → — standalone pieces in all our major color families from $69
- Want a complete set with board and 32 pieces? Browse all 15-Inch Complete Marble Chess Sets → from $125.90
- Looking for a complete set with storage box? Our storage box sets start from $172 — see the Black & White 15-inch with Storage Box →
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Pair with matching pieces by color:
- White & Black or Black & White board → Black & White Marble Chess Pieces ($75.85) →
- White & Green Onyx board → Green Onyx & White Chess Set ($125.90) →
- Black & Coral board → Black & Fossil Coral Chess Set ($125.90) →
- Coral & Red board → Coral & Red Chess Set ($99.50) →
- Browse the full collection: All Marble Chess Sets → · All Board Games →
The RADICALn handmade natural marble chess board at $79.35 is the only product in our collection that gives you the board without the pieces — in five natural stone color options, at the most accessible price point in our range. Every board ships free across the United States with a 30-day return guarantee, in RADICALn branded secure fragile packaging built for natural stone in transit. If you have questions about which color option pairs best with existing pieces, whether the board fits a specific surface, or anything else before you order — contact us directly. We know every board we make.
Frequently Asked Questions
This product is a board only — no chess pieces are included. You receive one 15 × 15-inch natural marble chess board with an attached felt base, and RADICALn branded secure fragile packaging. The board is available in five colour combinations: White & Black, Black & White, White & Green Onyx, Black & Coral, and Coral & Red. All colour options are priced at $79.35.
This board is compatible with standard 15 to 18-inch chess pieces. The playing squares measure approximately 1.5 × 1.5 inches each. It is specifically designed to pair with RADICALn's own marble chess pieces and complete chess sets, but will accept any standard Staunton-style chess pieces sized for 15 to 18-inch boards. If you are buying pieces separately, our Marble Chess & Checker Pieces collection offers standalone pieces in all major colour families from $69.
The board is available in five natural stone colour combinations: White & Black (white marble frame, black marble squares — the most versatile option), Black & White (black marble frame, white marble squares — bolder and more dramatic), White & Green Onyx (white marble frame, green onyx squares — the most visually distinctive), Black & Coral (black marble frame, fossil coral squares — warm earthy tones), and Coral & Red (coral marble frame, red marble squares — the boldest warm-toned option). All five are priced at $79.35.
The board measures 15 × 15 inches (38 × 38 cm) with a thickness of 0.04 inches. Each of the 64 playing squares measures approximately 1.5 × 1.5 inches. The board carries an attached felt base on the underside to protect furniture surfaces.
Yes — replacement is one of the primary use cases for this board. If you own marble chess pieces from a previous RADICALn set or from another supplier, and need a new board, this 15-inch marble board at $79.35 is the most cost-effective genuine natural marble playing surface we offer. It is compatible with all standard 15 to 18-inch chess pieces. Choose the colour option that best matches your existing pieces for the most cohesive result.
Yes. This board is specifically designed to be purchased independently and paired with pieces bought separately. RADICALn sells standalone marble chess pieces through our Chess & Checker Pieces collection in Black & White, Black & Coral, Oceanic & White, Black & Golden, Black & Multi Green, and Red & Coral colour families, priced from $69 to $75.85. Buying the board and pieces separately gives you the freedom to choose each colour independently and pair combinations not available in our complete sets.
Both boards use the same two stones — white marble and black marble — but with reversed colour hierarchy. The White & Black board has a white marble frame and border with black marble playing squares inlaid — white is the dominant stone and visual base. The Black & White board has a black marble frame with white marble squares — black is the dominant stone. The White & Black is the more versatile option for most interiors. The Black & White is bolder and better suited to darker, more dramatic spaces.
Yes. A 15-inch hand-inlaid natural marble chess board displayed on a coffee table or sideboard without pieces works as a clean, geometric stone object in its own right. The alternating stone squares create a strong visual pattern, and the natural variation in each stone type gives the surface material depth that a printed or glass board cannot produce. The five colour options allow you to choose a board that complements your specific interior palette for display purposes.
Each board is made from genuine natural stone throughout. The board frame is cut from one stone variety and the 64 playing squares are individually hand-inlaid from the contrasting stone variety into the board surface. This hand-inlay construction — where each square is cut and fitted precisely — is what distinguishes genuine natural stone chess boards from boards with printed, painted, or sticker-applied squares. The colour contrast on this board comes from two distinct geological materials meeting at each square boundary, not from a surface coating that can chip or fade.
The most natural pairings are: White & Black or Black & White board with any standard black and white chess pieces, including our Black & White Marble Chess Pieces ($75.85). White & Green Onyx board pairs best with our Green Onyx & White chess pieces. Black & Coral board pairs with our Black & Fossil Coral pieces. Coral & Red board pairs with our Coral & Red pieces. All boards also accept any standard 15–18 inch chess pieces from other suppliers.
Yes — specifically for a chess player who already has pieces but plays on a plastic or wooden board. The marble board upgrade at $79.35 is a targeted, thoughtful gift that addresses a specific gap rather than duplicating something the recipient already owns. It is the right gift when you know the recipient plays chess and you want to upgrade their experience without buying a complete set they do not need. Choose the White & Black option if you are unsure of the piece colours — it is compatible with almost any standard chess piece set.
Wipe the board surface with a slightly damp soft cloth and dry immediately. Pay attention to the inlay joints between squares where moisture can sit — do not leave standing liquid on the surface for extended periods as moisture penetration at the inlay joints can weaken the stone adhesive over time. Never use acid-based cleaners (vinegar, lemon juice, bleach) as these etch polished marble permanently. Store the board flat, away from high humidity. The attached felt base protects your furniture — do not remove it.
All RADICALn marble chess boards ship free to US addresses. Handling time is 1 to 2 business days; transit time is 3 to 7 business days — total estimated delivery is 4 to 9 business days. The board ships in RADICALn branded secure fragile packaging. RADICALn offers a 30-day return policy — returns are free and accepted by mail for any reason.
No. Natural marble is not suitable for outdoor use. Moisture penetrates the stone and causes staining and structural damage. Marble also reacts to acid rain, UV exposure, and temperature fluctuation — all of which degrade the polished surface and can compromise the hand-inlaid squares over time. This board is designed exclusively for indoor display and play.
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