Terrazzo side tables

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Terrazzo tiles glued onto MDF panels to create matching bedside tables.

• The project
• More inspiration for your side table project

 

The project

After my last project, I had leftover Duratile Terrazzo Bianco Floor Tiles and was in desperate need of some side tables for my room, so voila!

Using MDF board, Duratile 30 x 60cm Porcelain Tiles, Selleys Liquid Nails, Durabed Grout and a finishing sealer, I created these two side tables for a total cost of $66.

I managed to grab a Tile Cutter and actually cut the tops as I couldn’t find a 30 x 30cm to match.

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The MDF boards I had cut to 60 x 29.5mm. The way I placed them together into a box shape meant that each side would have a bit of an extension from the next board. So, I placed each tile directly centred which meant that there would be a larger opening for grout. Next time I would aim to use a thinner MDF, as the tiles themselves make/hold the shape. 

The bottoms are MDF 30 x 30cm, so it created a “floating” look. I didn’t want to place a tile on the bottom in case it cracked under pressure over time. Lots of learning experiences through this project.

More inspiration for your side table project

Community member Mariana created this tiled side table using MDF panels and white tiles.

Workshop member Liesel used pots, grout and paint to create her hourglass side table. 

For more clever and creative ideas and tips, check out our Top 10 most popular indoor furniture projects.