Inlaid Veneer Boards
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Premium Staunton & Wooden Chess Sets
Explore our curated range of premium chess sets, handcrafted from fine hardwoods for lasting quality and timeless design. Whether you need a traditional Staunton chess set for serious play or a beautifully made wooden set for home, this collection offers the finest options in the UK.
Chess sets handcrafted from fine hardwoods, combining elegance and playability. Choose from classic Staunton tournament sets, luxury collector editions, or beautifully designed wooden sets for your home.
With over 25 years’ experience, Official Staunton is the UK’s trusted source. Every set is backed by a 3-year warranty and fast UK shipping.
Whether you’re a serious player, collector, or looking for a timeless gift, our carefully curated selection of Staunton and wooden chess sets ensures exceptional craftsmanship, durability, and style. Each piece reflects the heritage of classic chess design while being built for modern play.
At Official Staunton, we continue the proud tradition of the original 1849 Staunton chess design created by John Jaques of London — a design that became the universal benchmark for chess worldwide. Each set in our collection represents a fusion of heritage and precision.
Our wooden chess sets are made from ethically sourced hardwoods including ebony, rosewood, acacia, and boxwood. Each piece is hand-turned, carved, weighted, and felted to ensure perfect balance and smooth handling.
We pair our pieces with European-made wooden chess boards crafted from walnut, maple, mahogany, and anegre. Precision inlay and a durable satin finish ensure long-lasting performance.
From entry-level wooden chess sets to luxury collector editions, our range caters to every type of player. Competitors value the regulation sizing and weighting, while collectors appreciate the authenticity of our Jaques reproduction chessmen.
Historical pieces in our collection, such as the Isle of Lewis Chess Sets, honour ancient craftsmanship. These sets recreate the iconic 12th-century figures discovered in Scotland.
With over 25 years of expertise, we serve players, schools, clubs, and collectors across the UK. Our commitment to authenticity ensures each chess set meets the highest standards.
Customers value our trusted reputation, dedicated service, and 3-year warranty. Official Staunton remains the recognised home of traditional Staunton chess sets — a name associated with precision and heritage.
Our chess pieces follow professional tournament proportions, offering balance, clarity, and long-term durability. For collectors, they represent a tangible link to chess history.
Sustainability matters: our hardwoods come from managed plantations or sustainable forests. Each chess set is made using traditional methods that minimise waste and maximise longevity.
Explore our selection of Staunton chess sets, chess boards, and handcrafted chess pieces, where every move begins with a masterpiece.
Our Inlaid Veneer Chess Boards represent a perfect balance between craftsmanship, durability, and refined design. Each board is carefully constructed from fine wood veneers, with every square meticulously inlaid rather than printed or painted. This traditional method of board-making ensures a surface that’s smooth, elegant, and long-lasting — a true mark of quality in the world of chess craftsmanship.
The veneers, typically crafted from premium hardwoods such as walnut, maple, mahogany, or wenge, are bonded to a stable wood core. This creates a board that resists warping while maintaining the luxurious appearance of solid wood. The inlaid finish highlights the natural contrast between light and dark squares, producing a board that looks as beautiful on display as it does during play.
Each board is polished to a fine sheen, bringing out the richness of the grain and adding a layer of protection against everyday wear. The edges are neatly finished, and the underside is often felted or fitted with small rubber pads to ensure stability on any surface.
Available in a range of square sizes, our inlaid veneer boards pair perfectly with both classic and modern Staunton chess pieces. Whether you’re a casual player or a serious collector, these boards offer a reliable and elegant foundation for your game.
Combining timeless aesthetics with practical design, the Inlaid Veneer Chess Board remains one of the most popular and enduring choices for discerning players who value quality and tradition.
