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£109.82 (per m²)
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Oxford with Rochester is a classic Victorian look: a black and white Oxford chequered pattern, finished with a Rochester border to frame the space. It’s a simple way to make a hallway, porch, or kitchen feel complete — without choosing a busy centre pattern.
- Two popular colourways: Black & White (Oxford A) and Blue & White (Oxford B)
- 151×151×9mm squares (ideal for hallways and medium-to-large areas)
- Helpful advice on borders, corners, grout, wastage, and ordering
Tip: If you’re unsure, start with the chequerboard first — the Rochester border can be added once your layout is confirmed.
Shop Oxford with Rochester (choose your colourway)
Both options use the same Oxford check layout, with a Rochester border to frame the edge. Pick the colourway that best suits your walls, lighting, and overall style.
Oxford (A) with Rochester – Black & White
A timeless chequerboard with a clean framed finish.
- Colours: Black, White
- Shape: Square
- Size: 151×151×9mm
- Style: Classic Checks
Oxford (B) with Rochester – Blue & White
Softer contrast than black & white, with a calm heritage feel.
- Colours: Blue, White
- Shape: Square
- Size: 151×151×9mm
- Style: Classic Checks
Want to compare in your own lighting? Start with a couple of colours and build up your set once you’ve chosen your direction.
Browse Victorian floor tiles and Victorian border tiles for matching options.
What is “Oxford with Rochester”?
Oxford is a traditional Victorian chequerboard layout — simple squares laid in alternating colours. It’s popular because it works in both period and modern homes, and it doesn’t fight with wall colour, paintwork, or décor.
Rochester is the border that “frames” the chequered pattern. It helps the floor look finished, especially in hallways and porches where you often have lots of doorways and edges to tidy up visually.
If you like the chequerboard look but want it to feel more premium, the Rochester border is the upgrade that makes the biggest difference.
What’s included in the Oxford pattern
Included
Tiles required to create the Oxford colour pattern (sold per m²)
Colour mix as shown for this product – Black and White
Not included (optional add-ons)
Borders (sold separately)
Feature corner details (if you’re building a framed hallway layout)
Adhesive, grout, sealer, trims, and special decorated pieces
Which colourway should you choose?
Oxford (A) – Black & White
- Best if you want a strong Victorian statement
- Works brilliantly with white walls, warm neutrals, and darker paint colours
- Great for hallways where you want a “welcome home” feel
Oxford (B) – Blue & White
- Best if you want a softer contrast than black & white
- Pairs well with creams, heritage blues, greens, and natural wood tones
- Lovely in porches, kitchens, and calmer hallway schemes
Sizing your order (the simple way)
- Measure your main area (the “field”). This is the space the Oxford chequerboard covers.
- Decide where the border sits. Rochester typically runs around the edge, inside the walls/thresholds.
- Add wastage. Allow extra for cuts and awkward edges (more if you have lots of doorways/angles).
- Check corners and transitions. Some borders need specific corner details depending on the layout.
If you send us a quick sketch (even a phone photo with measurements), we can check your quantities and help avoid under-ordering.
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Grout & finish tips (so it looks right)
- The grout colour recommended is grey
- Border first or field first? Most people find it easier to plan the center pattern, then add the border.
- Dry-lay a small section: a quick test layout helps confirm orientation and spacing before committing.
For more framing options, see our Victorian border tile page.
FAQs – Oxford with Rochester
Is Oxford with Rochester suitable for a hallway?
Yes — it’s one of the most popular choices for hallways and porches. The Oxford check keeps things clean and balanced, and the Rochester border helps the floor look “finished” at the edges.
What tile size is Oxford with Rochester usually made from?
The Oxford (A) and (B) with Rochester options linked above use 151×151×9mm square tiles. If you need a smaller or larger scale, the Oxford pattern family includes other sizes/colour options.
Start here: Oxford pattern hub.
Do I need border corners?
It depends on the border style and how you want the corners to look. If you share your room shape and border preference, we can advise the cleanest way to handle corners and door thresholds.
Can I tweak the colours?
Often, yes — Victorian designs are flexible. If you have a specific wall paint colour or a “must match” finish, message us and we’ll suggest a few sensible combinations to suit your space.
Where can I see more Original Style options?
Explore our stockist page here:
Original Style tiles (Kent stockist).
| Application | Floor |
|---|---|
| VFT Tile size | Mixed |
| Area of use | Wet Wall, Dry Wall, Dry Floor, External Floor, External Wall, Wet Floor (Shod Only) |
| Area of use: | Most commercials application, interior, exterior heavy domestic locations. |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Price info | per m² |
| Pattern colours: | 1 colour |
| Range | Victorian patterns |
| Room type | Bathroom floor, Kitchen floor |
| Sold info | per piece |
| Suitability | Indoors & Outdoors |
| Tile colour | Black & White |
| Tile finish | Matt |
| Tile size category | XS |
| Tile style | Victorian |
| Tile type | Decorative |
| Tiles per box | multi |
| Pattern library | Oxford |
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