Incorporate Checkerboard Into Your Home With These Accent Pieces

Upgrade your home office with the retro-inspired UO Printed Desk Mat ($24). The cloth mat features a warped checkerboard motif atop a rubber backing to ensure it doesn't move around. You'll feel like you're in the early aughts with this mat on your office desk.

Set the mood in your home with the Checkerboard Taper Candle Set ($18 for four). The set include four wax tapered candles covered in a textured tonal checkerboard motif for an effortless of-the-moment ambience.

Upgrade your planter to a current print with the Checkerboard Tufted Planter Cover ($29). The tufted cover offers a high-contrast motif that complements plants' green leaves wonderfully. Available in pink and neutral prints, these plant covers are a must have.

Turn lounging into an art form with the Orange Twist Floor Pillow by GalaxyEyes ($57). The pillow cover is extra large, making it a great option for sitting. Its zip opening will keep its filling secure, so you never have to worry about a mess.

Upgrade a wall or two in your apartment with the Avenie Warped Checkerboard Removable Wallpaper ($79-$199). The wallpaper is cut into tiles, so you can use it to accent one wall or an entire room. Choose from three different sizes to best fit your space.

Display your favorite trinkets atop this Myla Checkerboard Tray ($24). The tray comes in a green or cream shade and offers a trio of compartments for keeping small treasures in place.

This Cotton Candy Pink and Cadmium Green Checkerboard Rug ($50-$424, originally $59-$499) will add some playfulness to any room. This rug is super easy to clean — simply vacuum it and wipe it with soap and water. We'd suggest a nonslip pad as its cotton backing can move around.

The pop of color that this Checkered Apple Green and White Coffee Mug ($16) exudes will brighten your day. Sip morning coffee out of this mug, and place it in a clear cabinet for guests to see.

This Emissary Torino Checker Vase ($517) is an investment piece. Its gorgeous checkerboard motif and gold edges will liven up your abode. Place it on a shelf or table, and fill it with branches and decorative buds for an eye-catching statement.

Give throw pillows a Y2K feel with the Jojesus Decorative Throw Pillow Covers ($23 for two). The wool covers are nice and cozy, making them suitable for bedrooms or living rooms.

The Checked Pattern Picture Frame ($18-$25) is hard to miss. The unique frame is available in two sizes — 4"x6" and 5"x7" — and is made of plexiglass for a shatter-proof display.

The Lulu and Georgia Irregular Checkerboard Bolster Pillow by Sarah Sherman Samuel ($98) isn't just cute — it's also comfy. It comes in three different neutral shades, and you can mix and match them if you like.

We've been seeing cool checkered rugs all over Instagram this past year, and the Lulu and Georgia Checkerboard Rug by Sarah Sherman Samuel ($498-$4,298) is a total dream. It comes in several sizes, so you can decorate any type of space.

Place the Indoor/Outdoor Short Tiled Side Table ($219) on your porch or inside your home (wherever it looks best) for a groovy appeal. The side table showcases a curbed and tile pattern that will take you back to the early aughts.

Ideal for small spaces, the Sanna Room Divider ($649) is made to separate your living room from your dining area (or any space that needs privacy). Complete with three panels and a vintage-looking checkered motif, it lends a unique look to your home.

This Checkerboard Border Runner Bath Mat ($59) is a total vibe. Available in blue or pink with a fun fringe on its ends, this bath mat has so much character.