Post by Kathy on Mar 2, 2006 9:47:41 GMT -5
This is a great way to recycle a sturdy table that's seen better days or add a flair to a new item. ;D
Tiling a Tabletop
Example One:
Things You'll Need
Tiles
Tile Adhesive
Notched Trowel
Grout
Grout float
Sponge
Directions:
1. If the table doesn't have a rim on it, make one from trim molding: miter the corners and attach the molding to the edge of the table to give the tile something to butt up against. Paint or stain the table as desired.
2. Dry-fit the tile on the table to determine the best arrangement.
3. Using a toothed trowel, spread mastic on the table, working both horizontally and vertically and getting the mastic into the corners.
4. Set the tiles into the mastic, spacing them 1/8" apart (if you use tiles that are mounted on netting, the netting will space them for you. Let dry for 24 hours.
5. Use a grout float to spread grout all over the tile, making sure to work it well into the spaces between tiles.
6. While the grout is still damp, clean it off the tiles with a damp sponge. Let dry.
Example Two:
Things You'll Need
Tiles
Tile Adhesive
Notched Trowel
Grout
Grout float
Sponge
Old Spoon
Directions:
1. Make sure that the entire surface of your tabletop is clean, smooth and level.
2. Lay your tiles out on the table so you can see where they go and the order you should work in. Don't forget to allow for grouting. Plastic spacers will help keep your work nice and even. When it is all mapped out, remove the tiles, and you're ready to start.
3. Use a trowel to spread tile adhesive over the surface, then, pull a notched spreader over the adhesive so that the teeth touch the tabletop.
4. Start in the lower left hand corner of the table and put your first tile in place with a small twisting motion. Put a spacer in the corner and place the next tile. Work one row at a time repeating the process until the surface is covered. Then, let it dry overnight (at least twelve hours).
5. In the morning, spread grout evenly over the tiles making sure to squish it into all of the spaces. Use a wet sponge to clean up excess grout, and use the end of an old spoon to even it out in each row.
Tiling a Tabletop
Example One:
Things You'll Need
Tiles
Tile Adhesive
Notched Trowel
Grout
Grout float
Sponge
Directions:
1. If the table doesn't have a rim on it, make one from trim molding: miter the corners and attach the molding to the edge of the table to give the tile something to butt up against. Paint or stain the table as desired.
2. Dry-fit the tile on the table to determine the best arrangement.
3. Using a toothed trowel, spread mastic on the table, working both horizontally and vertically and getting the mastic into the corners.
4. Set the tiles into the mastic, spacing them 1/8" apart (if you use tiles that are mounted on netting, the netting will space them for you. Let dry for 24 hours.
5. Use a grout float to spread grout all over the tile, making sure to work it well into the spaces between tiles.
6. While the grout is still damp, clean it off the tiles with a damp sponge. Let dry.
Example Two:
Things You'll Need
Tiles
Tile Adhesive
Notched Trowel
Grout
Grout float
Sponge
Old Spoon
Directions:
1. Make sure that the entire surface of your tabletop is clean, smooth and level.
2. Lay your tiles out on the table so you can see where they go and the order you should work in. Don't forget to allow for grouting. Plastic spacers will help keep your work nice and even. When it is all mapped out, remove the tiles, and you're ready to start.
3. Use a trowel to spread tile adhesive over the surface, then, pull a notched spreader over the adhesive so that the teeth touch the tabletop.
4. Start in the lower left hand corner of the table and put your first tile in place with a small twisting motion. Put a spacer in the corner and place the next tile. Work one row at a time repeating the process until the surface is covered. Then, let it dry overnight (at least twelve hours).
5. In the morning, spread grout evenly over the tiles making sure to squish it into all of the spaces. Use a wet sponge to clean up excess grout, and use the end of an old spoon to even it out in each row.