Premium Official Chess Board – FIDE Standard
About Premium Official Chess Board
The Premium Official Chess Board is a standard chess board built for players who want championship-style proportions, premium materials, and a serious playing surface at home or in a club. At World Chess, it sits among premium chess equipment designed for serious play and refined display. If you are asking what a standard chess board size should look like for tournament-style play, this board answers it clearly: 5 × 5 cm squares, a 50 × 50 cm overall board size, and compatibility with 3.75-inch official chess pieces. This premium chess board is a hand-crafted tournament board made from ebony, maple, and acacia wood, with a stable 4.5 kg build and a matte hand-polished finish. It works as a practical official chess board for real games and as a luxury wooden chess board for display. If you want to buy premium chess board quality with World Chess heritage, this model is the premium official chess board to choose.
This fancy chess board brings professional-grade design into your home, study, or club setting without losing its practical purpose as a playing surface. It is used in World Chess Championship-style settings and fits naturally with the Official World Chess Pieces, especially if you want a complete premium board and pieces setup with correct proportions.
Why Choose Our Chess Board
A premium board should do more than look impressive on a table. It should feel stable in long games, preserve visual clarity under different lighting conditions, and pair correctly with tournament-size pieces. This board covers all three points with championship-scale dimensions, dense hardwood construction, and a restrained matte finish that keeps the surface practical as well as decorative.
Compared with a basic board, this traditional chess board gives you a more substantial feel, cleaner presentation, and stronger material quality. If you are upgrading from a lightweight board or building a serious playing area, this high end chess board gives you the stability, contrast, and craftsmanship expected from a long-term chess setup.
- Championship-style size: 50 × 50 cm board with 5 × 5 cm squares.
- Premium materials: ebony, maple, and acacia wood.
- Stable feel: 4.5 kg board weight for confident play.
- Matte finish: reduces glare and helps keep the position readable.
- Official pairing: fits Official World Chess Pieces with a 3.75-inch king.
- Display value: refined enough for a study, office, chess room, or club table.
Chess Board Dimensions & Specifications
This premium wooden chess board uses official chess board dimensions: 5 × 5 cm squares and an overall size of 50 × 50 cm. That makes it a strong fit for championship-size pieces and gives each piece enough room to stand clearly without crowding the board.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Board Material | Ebony, Maple, Acacia Wood |
| Square Size | 5 × 5 cm |
| Board Size | 50 × 50 cm — same as the official World Chess Championship boards |
| Board Weight | 4.5 kg |
| Surface Finish | Matte, polished by hand |
| Origin | Made in Spain |
| Logo | Inlaid World Chess hexagon logos |
| Intended Use | Elite tournament play, home display, or premium club setup |
| Compatibility | Fits Official World Chess Pieces with a 3.75” king |
This is a high quality chess board made for players who care about correct proportions as much as appearance. If you are comparing this model with other board sizes, finishes, or materials, you can also explore the wider chess boards collection. For the most natural pairing, this board is designed to work especially well with the Official World Chess Pieces.
Find more compatible designs in the Chess Pieces collection.
Materials & Craftsmanship
The materials are what make this luxury chess board feel different from a standard board. Ebony gives the dark squares a deep, refined tone; maple keeps the light squares clean and readable; and acacia adds warmth and structural character. Together, they create a handmade chess board with the weight, contrast, and finish expected from serious chess equipment.
| Wood | Look & Contrast | Durability & Care | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ebony | Deep black-brown tone with striking contrast | Very dense; avoid harsh sun and humidity swings | Showpiece boards and luxury interiors |
| Maple | Light, neutral, and uniform grain | Hard and reliable with easy routine care | Everyday play and modern minimalist setups |
| Acacia | Warm mid-brown tone with lively figuring | Stable with periodic conditioning | Classic wood character without losing refinement |
Tip: matte finishes improve readability, while a stable core and substantial weight help the board stay flat and comfortable through repeated use.
Shipping Information for Premium Chess Board
The luxury chess board is ready to be shipped in two business days. Worldwide delivery typically takes up to 10 business days, with tracking details sent upon dispatch. Customs duties and import fees may apply depending on your location. If a shipment is rejected because customs charges are not paid, the return shipping cost may be deducted from the refund.
World Chess Guarantee for Premium Chess Board
Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery. The handmade chess board must be unused and returned in its original condition and packaging. Return shipping costs are covered by the customer; EU customers may request a prepaid label, and its cost will be deducted from the refund. After the board is received, refunds are usually processed in 1–2 working days. Choose confidently when you buy premium chess board quality from World Chess — where craftsmanship meets competition.
FAQ about Premium Official Chess Board
What are the dimensions of a chess board?
For this Premium Official Chess Board, the playing surface uses 5 × 5 cm squares and the full board measures 50 × 50 cm. These proportions match the format used on official World Chess Championship boards and are designed to pair correctly with 3.75-inch chess pieces.
What is a premium chess board?
A premium chess board is a hand-finished hardwood board with precise joinery, strong material contrast, a stable core, and a surface that supports clear play. This model uses ebony, maple, and acacia wood, with a matte finish and championship-style proportions for serious games and display.
How to choose the right chess board size?
To choose the right chess board size, start with the king height and base diameter of your pieces. Tournament-size pieces with a 3.75-inch king usually need a board with enough square space to avoid crowding. This board uses 5 × 5 cm squares, making it a natural fit for Official World Chess Pieces and other similarly sized sets.
Why are some boards so expensive?
Rare hardwoods, precise handwork, thicker veneers or solid construction, fine inlays, stable cores, and stricter finishing standards all increase the cost. A premium chess board for sale at this level is not only priced for appearance, but also for durability, balance, material quality, and long-term use.
Keep the chessboard dry at all times, and avoid any form of exposure to water.
Water damages the board.
Keep the board away from extreme temperatures,humidity, an air conditioner, and a fan.
Humidity makes your board expand and contract.
Keep the chessboard away from direct sunlight or harsh artificial light to avoid damages.
If the chessboard gets scratched,clean the smudges with a little damp piece of fabric.
If the chessboard feels sticky, wipe with a piece of cloth.
Dust regularly using a dry, soft piece of fabric.
Use beeswax or 3M polish once a monthfor the shine of the board as the boards have HV melamine lacquer coating on them.
Keep chess pieces away from humidity and heat.
It can cause cracking, discolouration, and warping of chess pieces.
Do not use 3M polish for chessmen.
Once your order is placed, our customer care team will follow up with an email confirmation. Please allow two business days to process the order. Additional time is needed during the holidays and weekends.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
Shipping may take up to 10 business days towards all international destinations. Our team provides tracking number as soon as the goods are dispatched and will monitor the delivery process. For any questions or concerns about delivery please contact shop@worldchess.com
SHIPPING TO THE UNITED STATES
US orders are shipped directly from our US warehouse, ensuring faster delivery with no additional duties, import taxes, or hidden fees at delivery.
CUSTOMS DUTY AND CUSTOMS CLEARANCE FEE
WORLD CHESS is not responsible for the customs duty and the customs clearance fee. You may be charged custom fees for something purchased online. For more information please contact your local customs office. If the customer refuses to pay customs, he/she will be charged for delivery for return.
