Would you like to view the site in your region's language?

Yes, switch

Perfect Chess Board Set-Up Beginners Guide To Follow

chess.game|

Last updated: Jul 19, 2025

How to set-up a chess board

Not sure how to set up a chess board the right way? This guide will help you set up a chessboard properly and play with confidence every single time. No worries, you’re not the only one.

Many chess mistakes by beginners are done and they often get confused about where each piece goes or which way the board should face. 

 

Sometimes, the board is upside down, or even the Queen and King are swapped, and then the game just feels all wrong from the start. This generally happens when most guides are either too complex or skip the basics altogether. 

 

But when it comes to setting up the board, it doesn’t have to be hard. With just a little help, you can set it the correct way in minutes.

This blog explains how to place every piece in the right place, why the setup matters, and helps you avoid the most common mistakes. By the end, you’ll be able to set up chess board properly and play with confidence every time. 

Related Posts