Specialty Dance Floor Finishes: Checkerboard, Black & White, and Branded Floors
A dance floor doesn’t have to be a plain neutral finish. Checkerboard, black and white, and other specialty finishes give a reception, gala, or milestone party a distinct look in photos, on top of the sizing and setup covered in ACME’s main dance floor guide.
Finish options
- Checkerboard. A classic black-and-white checkerboard pattern, popular for retro-themed and formal events alike.
- Black & white. A clean, high-contrast look that photographs well and suits a range of themes.
- Classic wood-look. The most traditional finish, versatile for weddings and galas.
Choosing a finish for your event
Checkerboard and black-and-white finishes tend to suit events with a bold color palette or a retro or formal theme, while a classic wood-look finish stays versatile for almost any wedding or milestone event. Whichever finish you choose, sizing works the same way as covered in the main dance floor guide — based on how many guests will be dancing at once, not your full guest count. On grass or dirt, a leveled subfloor goes down first regardless of finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, checkerboard is one of the specialty finish options available alongside classic and black-and-white floors.
No, sizing works the same as any dance floor — based on how many guests will be on it at once. See the main dance floor guide for the sizing chart.
Yes, with a leveled subfloor underneath first, the same as any dance floor setup on grass or dirt.
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